Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2014 Honda Civic. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Transmission Software may Result in Pulley Damage
- Summary
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation may result in damage to the transmission drive pulley shaft.
- Consequence
- If the transmission drive pulley shaft is damaged, it may break, and the vehicle may lose acceleration or the front wheels may lock up while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU2 (Civic) and JU3(Fit).
Tire Bead Damage
- Summary
- American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Honda Civic LX vehicles manufactured November 26, 2013, through January 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, during mounting of the tires, the tire bead may have gotten pinched between the assembly equipment and the steel wheel rims, resulting in damage to the tire.
- Consequence
- The tire damage could cause the tire to lose air, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any damaged tire, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JD8.
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Owner complaints (292)
292 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 292 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 98 | 33.6% |
| Air bags | 57 | 19.5% |
| Electrical system | 38 | 13% |
| Unknown or other | 38 | 13% |
| Engine | 23 | 7.9% |
| Wheels | 22 | 7.5% |
| Service brakes | 18 | 6.2% |
| Tires | 18 | 6.2% |
| Steering | 15 | 5.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | 3.8% |
How 2014 compares with other Civic years
Best and worst Civic years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 397 | 8 |
| 2011 | 169 | 9 |
| 2012 | 455 | 3 |
| 2013 | 319 | 0 |
| 2014 | 292 | 2 |
| 2015 | 380 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1,081 | 5 |
| 2017 | 597 | 6 |
| 2018 | 745 | 6 |
| 2019 | 434 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2014 Honda Civic 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 34 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,950
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 259 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 34 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 40 / 34 | $1,950 | 259 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 37 / 33 | $2,050 | 273 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · AV-S7 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 37 / 32 | $2,100 | 276 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 38 / 31 | $1,500 | 218 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 35 / 31 | $2,150 | 289 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | $3,300 | 352 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2014 Civic for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2014 Honda Civic FAQ
How many recalls does the 2014 Honda Civic have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 15V574000 (power train), 14V109000 (tire). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2014 Honda Civic problems?
Owners filed 292 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (98), Air bags (57), Electrical system (38) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2014 Honda Civic get?
EPA rates the 1.8 L 4-cyl · CVT version at 31 city, 40 highway and 34 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2014 Honda Civic get?
NHTSA rated the 2014 Honda Civic 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (10.5% rollover risk).
How does the 2014 Civic compare with other years?
Among the 2010–2019 Honda Civic model years at least five years old, the 2011 drew the fewest complaints (169) and the 2016 the most (1,081). The 2014 drew 292. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.