2019 Honda Civic Hatch Type R
Common Problems
Ranked from 187 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
17 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Random Engine Stall
32complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine randomly stalls or fails to start, often requiring multiple attempts to start the vehicle.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Steering Wheel Sticking and Jerking
27complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering wheel sticks and jerks, requiring extra force to turn, especially at highway speeds and during minor adjustments.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Fuel Pump Recall Issues
23complaintsSafety riskFuel systemIssues related to the fuel pump recall, including delays in repair and non-availability of parts, leading to engine stalling or loss of power.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Lane Departure Warning Malfunction
23complaintsMedium severityOtherThe lane departure warning system malfunctions, failing to provide proper assistance to the driver.
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Steering Rack Issues
20complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering rack is malfunctioning, causing the steering wheel to stick or become difficult to turn, especially at highway speeds.
$900–$2,000est. steering rack replacement · 4–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Air Conditioning System Failure
14complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe air conditioning system has multiple failures, including leaks, abnormal pressure conditions, and evaporator core issues.
$800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 3–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Evaporator Core Leaking
10complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe evaporator core is leaking, causing low A/C system pressures and dark spots, leading to potential 10-year warranty extensions.
$100–$600est. evap system repair · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Fuel Pump Failure
10complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe fuel pump fails intermittently, causing the car to stall or not start.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Power Steering Control Module Failure
10complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering control module is failing, causing the steering to become unresponsive or require excessive force to turn, especially at highway speeds.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Fuel Injector Malfunction
8complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel injector is failing, causing the engine to stall or lose power, especially at higher speeds or under load.
$300–$1,200est. fuel injector replacement · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Steering Issues at High Speeds
6complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering becomes sticky or notchy at higher speeds, causing difficulty in maintaining control of the vehicle.
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Unintended Acceleration
3complaintsSafety riskFuel systemThe vehicle experiences unintended acceleration, posing a risk of accidents.
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Brake Malfunction Causing Unintended Braking
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe automatic braking system engages unexpectedly, causing the car to brake suddenly without any external stimuli.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls or misfires at idle when the stop-start system is engaged.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 16
Steering system malfunctions leading to erratic behavior
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering system malfunctions, causing the car to jerk and lunge forward unexpectedly.
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Suspension system failures leading to structural damage
2complaintsMedium severitySuspensionThe suspension system has failed, causing structural damage such as paint peeling and dings on the rear part of the car.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.