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2023 Honda Civic Sedan
Common Problems

Ranked from 144 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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High severity
7
Medium
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Low

14 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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  1. 1

    Steering Wheel Jerking and Sticking

    116complaints
    High severitySteering

    The steering wheel jerks or sticks, requiring additional force to turn, especially at highway speeds, and causing the vehicle to veer off course.

    $200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  2. 2

    Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Failure

    20complaints
    High severitySteering

    The EPS system intermittently fails, causing the steering wheel to become stuck or require excessive force to turn, especially at highway speeds.

    $200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  3. 3

    Steering Wheel Locking Up at High Speeds

    20complaints
    High severitySteering

    The steering wheel locks up or becomes very stiff at high speeds, requiring forceful adjustments to maintain control.

    $200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  4. 4

    Lane Departure Assist System Malfunction

    9complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The lane departure assist system malfunctions, causing the vehicle to veer unexpectedly or requiring the driver to manually correct the steering.

  5. 5

    Steering Wheel Noise and Vibration

    9complaints
    Low severitySteering

    The steering wheel produces unusual noises and vibrations, affecting the driving experience without posing immediate safety risks.

  6. 6

    Forward Collision Avoidance System Failures

    8complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Forward collision avoidance systems fail to function properly, increasing the risk of accidents.

  7. 7

    Recall Non-Performance

    8complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Recalls for steering defects are not being performed in a timely manner, leaving vehicles unsafe.

  8. 8

    Steering System Failure at Low Speeds

    8complaints
    Medium severitySteering

    The steering system malfunctions at low speeds, making it difficult to control the vehicle, especially during minor adjustments.

  9. 9

    Steering Wheel Locking During Turns

    8complaints
    Medium severitySteering

    The steering wheel locks during turns, requiring excessive force to break free, leading to difficulty in maintaining vehicle control.

    $200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  10. 10

    Air Bag Deployment Issues

    6complaints
    High severityElectrical

    Air bags deploy unexpectedly without a crash, leading to loss of control and potential injury.

  11. 11

    Power Train Issues

    6complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    Clutch slippage and premature head gasket failure lead to loss of power and potential safety risks.

  12. 12

    Service Brakes Issues

    5complaints
    High severityOther

    Service brakes fail to respond during emergency situations, posing a significant safety risk.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs labor
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  13. 13

    Brake Malfunction Leading to Unintended Acceleration

    4complaints
    High severityOther

    The brake system malfunctions, causing the vehicle to accelerate unexpectedly without the driver's input, posing a significant safety risk.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs labor
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  14. 14

    Cruise Control Malfunction

    4complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The cruise control system malfunctions, failing to deactivate or activate properly, leading to loss of vehicle control.

Other years & sources

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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.