Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2023 Honda Civic. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Driver's Seat Frame Improperly Tightened/FMVSS 207
- Summary
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
- Consequence
- An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Difficulty Steering from Steering Gearbox Damage
- Summary
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
- Consequence
- Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
Incorrectly Assembled Steering Rack
- Summary
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Civic 4-door and Civic 5-door vehicles that received a replacement power steering rack as part of a service repair. The steering rack may have been incorrectly assembled, which can allow the tire to chafe against the lower suspension or tie rod end, possibly resulting in tire damage.
- Consequence
- A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the electric power steering rack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YFW.
Unintended Vehicle Movement from Brake Fluid Leak
- Summary
- Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel.
- Consequence
- Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the VSA modulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are OEJ, XEK, AEY, XEX and OEW.
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Owner complaints (255)
255 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The steering is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 255 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 191 | 74.9% |
| Lane departure | 19 | 7.5% |
| Electrical system | 16 | 6.3% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 16 | 6.3% |
| Unknown or other | 15 | 5.9% |
| Service brakes | 14 | 5.5% |
| Air bags | 8 | 3.1% |
| Engine | 8 | 3.1% |
| Power train | 6 | 2.4% |
| Wheels | 6 | 2.4% |
How 2023 compares with other Civic years
Best and worst Civic years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 597 | 6 |
| 2018 | 745 | 6 |
| 2019 | 434 | 4 |
| 2020 | 226 | 5 |
| 2021 | 145 | 4 |
| 2022 | 883 | 4 |
| 2023 | 255 | 4 |
| 2024 | 124 | 3 |
| 2025 | 75 | 2 |
| 2026 | 29 | 0 |
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), 2023 Honda Civic 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 36 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,850
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 243 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 36 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 / 42 / 36 | $1,850 | 243 |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 39 / 35 | $1,900 | 258 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 40 / 35 | $1,900 | 254 |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · AV-S7 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 38 / 34 | $1,950 | 260 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · AV-S7 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 37 / 33 | $2,050 | 266 |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · AV-S7 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 37 / 33 | $2,050 | 267 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 38 / 33 | $2,050 | 269 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · AV-S7 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 37 / 32 | $2,100 | 277 |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 37 / 31 | $2,650 | 285 |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 37 / 31 | $2,150 | 282 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 36 / 29 | $2,300 | 304 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 28 / 24 | $3,400 | 364 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2023 Honda Civic FAQ
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Civic have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 24V859000 (seat), 24V744000 (steering), 23V704000 (steering), 23V430000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2023 Honda Civic problems?
Owners filed 255 complaints with NHTSA. Steering (191), Lane departure (19), Electrical system (16) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2023 Honda Civic get?
EPA rates the 1.5 L 4-cyl · CVT version at 33 city, 42 highway and 36 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2023 Honda Civic get?
NHTSA rated the 2023 Honda Civic 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (9.5% rollover risk).
How does the 2023 Civic compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Honda Civic model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (145) and the 2018 the most (745). The 2023 drew 255. 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.