Honda Civic recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 45 safety recalls naming the Honda Civic, launched from 1994 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Honda Civic recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 45
- 1994 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 16 February 2026
- R/2026/025
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Honda Civic recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Civic Wheel Steel Bushes Missing (Accessory)
R/2026/025, launched 16 February 2026
Defect: On affected vehicles the alloy steel bushes may be missing in all five positions of the alloy wheel. This may result in the wheel nuts falling off or in the worst-case scenario wheel detachment.
Remedy: Inspect the wheels for the presence of bush and replace wheel(s) in case of missing bushes.
22-25M Civic and Other Models EPS Gear Box Worm Wheel Swelling Failure 6JP
R/2025/024, launched 31 March 2025. Also covers the CR-V, Zr-V E:hev
Defect: On affected vehicles due to decrease of the grease amount in the worm wheel gear meshing area of the EPS gear box during use the sliding resistance at the meshing area increases and the torque fluctuation when turning the steering becomes larger resulting in an abnormal noise or a dangerous sticking occurs when turning the steering.
Remedy: For the Honda Civic (FL4 FE1) CR-V and ZR-V models replace the worm gear pre-load spring with a countermeasure part and add grease. For the Honda Civic Type R (FL5) model replace the Steering Gearbox with a countermeasure part.
23-25M High Pressure Fuel Pump Solenoid Component Part Breakage - 6YP
R/2024/476, launched 9 December 2024. Also covers the CR-V, Cr-Vp, Zr-V E:hev
Defect: On affected vehicles due to manufacturing issues the high pressure fuel pump could leak
Remedy: On the affected vehicles check for leaks and replace the high pressure pump if necessary
23YM Civic Lithium-Ion Battery Negative Terminal Defect
R/2024/389, launched 5 December 2024, 40 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the Hybrid HV battery may develop a fault where battery electrolyte leakage occurs that may result in a vehicle fire in a worst-case scenario.
Remedy: Replace the Hybrid HV battery with a modified component.
23-24M ZR-V and Others Overspeed Alarm Inoperative
R/2024/320, launched 11 November 2024. Also covers the CR-V, ENY:1 RS1, Zr-V RZ4
Defect: On affected vehicles after cancelling the ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) the ISA (Intelligent Speed Assistance) will not alert the driver when over speed.
Remedy: Update Multipurpose Camera Unit with modified software.
THE ABSORPTION OF MOISTURE INTO THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG PROPELLANT COULD LEAD TO SLOW DEPLOYMENT OR INFLATOR RUPTURE
R/2020/061, launched 23 October 2020, 42,435 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Accord, CR-V, EV Plus, Integra, Legend, Logo, Shuttle
Defect: The absorption of moisture into the driver’s airbag propellant could lead to slow deployment or inflator rupture.
Remedy: Replace the airbag inflator or the airbag assembly. Honda is still preparing for the development and production of the remedy parts.
VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH A FUEL PUMP MODULE MANUFACTURED WITH LOW DENSITY IMPELLARS
R/2020/186, launched 24 August 2020. Also covers the CR-V, HR-V, Jazz, Nsx
Defect: Affected vehicles may be equipped with a fuel pump module manufactured with low density impellers.
Remedy: The affected fuel pumps will be replaced.
THE REGULATORY REQUIREMENT FOR EMISSIONS LEVELS ARE NOT MET
R/2020/008, launched 31 January 2020, 50,823 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CR-V, HR-V
Defect: The regulatory requirement for emissions levels are not met.
Remedy: Update the software in the Engine Control Unit to improve the performance of the emissions control system
POSSIBLE AIR BAG INFLATOR RUPTURE
R/2019/246, launched 29 August 2019, 8 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CR-V, Jazz
Defect: Driver air bag may not deploy correctly.
Remedy: The inflator inside the drivers airbag module is to be replaced.
POSSIBLE AIR BAG INFLATOR RUPTURE
R/2019/245, launched 29 August 2019, 43 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Insight, Jazz
Defect: Driver air bag may not deploy correctly.
Remedy: The inflator inside the drivers airbag module is to be replaced.
POSSIBLE AIR BAG INFLATOR RUPTURE
R/2019/243, launched 29 August 2019, 122,397 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Accord, CR-V, Insight, Jazz, Stream
Defect: Passenger air bag may not deploy correctly.
Remedy: The inflator inside the passenger’s airbag module is to be replaced.
INNER PRESSURE OF THE INFLATOR MAY IRREGULARLY RISE UPON AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT RUPTURING THE INFLATOR CONTAINER
R/2019/125, launched 29 May 2019, 9 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Accord, Odyssey
Defect: Driver air bag may not ignite correctly.
Remedy: Replace the drivers air bag assembly.
SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY AS INTENDED
R/2018/119, launched 27 July 2018, 8 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front seat back pad mould (seat back cushion) and side airbag (SAB) are fitted to the seat back frame. The SAB is fitted underneath the pad mould and the pad mould has been designed with a slit that allows the SAB to deploy from underneath the pad mould. Seat back pad moulds that were supplied for after-sales use were not manufactured correctly; the slit process was not completed. When a front seat pad without the slit is assembled to the car it may block SAB deployment and may not satisfy occupant protection performance which is a non-conformance to side impact regulation.
Remedy: Registered owners of affected vehicles will receive a notification letter that will ask them to take their vehicles to a dealership or authorised repairer for a free repair. The technician will carry out inspection to verify the condition of the front seat back pad mould and will replace the pad mould and if necessary the seat heater element and seat back cover.
PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2018/030, launched 23 February 2018, 13,272 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CR-V
Defect: The propellant used in the air bag inflators may degrade over time due to heat cycles and exposure to moisture. In the event that the airbag is activated it may overinflate due to overly aggressive combustion of the propellant. The excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing severe injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag inflator and airbag.
AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2017/017, launched 28 March 2017, 22,805 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Accord, CR-V, Jazz, Legend
Defect: Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the passenger's air bag inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the inflator inside the passenger's air bag module.
POSSIBLE WHEEL LOCK WHEN ABS ACTIVATED
R/2016/177, launched 12 August 2016, 769 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Due to a manufacturing a check valve in the Vehicle Stability Assist / Anti lock braking modulator not operate correctly.The anti lock braking may not operate correctly resulting in possible wheel lock under anti lock braking operation. In addition the City Brake Active system (CTBA) may not operate as intended.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace Vehicle Stability Assist / Anti lock braking modulator
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2016/127, launched 8 August 2016, 46,444 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CR-V
Defect: In the event that the airbag is activated excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the vehicle occupants and / or in worst cases a fatality.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the passenger front air bag module.
VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
R/2016/165, launched 22 July 2016, 97 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A filter in the Vehicle Stability Assist / Anti lock braking modulator may break and foul one of the one-way check valves in the modulator. If the check valve does not operate correctly the vehicle stability control (using brake pressure) will not operate correctly. In some driving conditions the vehicle stability system may not be able to control the vehicle as intended and this may result in a skid or loss of vehicle control. The braking system does not lose function.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the VSA modulator.
DRIVERS AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE IF DEPLOYED
R/2016/045, launched 16 May 2016, 252,174 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CR-V, FR-V, Jazz, Legend
Defect: Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the driver's air bag inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the inflator inside the driver's air bag module.
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2015/104, launched 29 June 2015, 242,653 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Accord, CR-V, Insight, Jazz, Stream
Defect: Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled upward toward the windshield or downward toward the front passenger’s foot well potentially causing injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the inflator inside the front passenger’s airbag module with a new one.
DRIVERS AIRBAG MAY RUPTURE IF DEPLOYED
R/2015/103, launched 29 June 2015, 121,686 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CR-V, Jazz
Defect: Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment potentially causing injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the drivers airbag module.
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2015/043, launched 16 March 2015, 31,135 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Accord, CR-V, Jazz, Stream
Defect: The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators which could have been assembled with improperly manufactured propellant wafers. Improperly manufactured propellant wafers could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash. This could result in increased risk of injury to the occupant or in a thermal issue in the interior compartment which may lead to fire.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the airbag inflator module.
DRIVERS AIRBAG MAY RUPTURE IF DEPLOYED
R/2014/158, launched 5 January 2015, 12,723 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Jazz
Defect: The drivers front airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure. If an affected airbag deploys the increased internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment potentially causing injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the inflator inside the drivers airbag module with a new one.
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2013/049, launched 17 April 2013, 60,365 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Accord, CR-V, Jazz, Stream
Defect: The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators which could have been assembled with improperly manufactured propellant wafers. Improperly manufactured propellant wafers could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash. This could result in increased risk of injury to the occupant or in a thermal issue in the interior compartment which may lead to fire.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the airbag inflator module.
VEHICLE MAY MOVE UNEXPECTEDLY
R/2012/122, launched 13 November 2012, 244 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Due to a software issue it could be possible to start the engine when the vehicle is in gear and the clutch is not depressed.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to install new software.
TRANSMISSION MAY MALFUNCTION
R/2012/071, launched 16 July 2012, 14,310 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Jazz
Defect: In rare circumstances the gear indicator may display neutral when the gearbox is in reverse gear. If this happens the vehicle may reverse unexpectedly and cause an incident.
Remedy: Recall vehicles likely to be affected to correct the unit software and inspect the reverse shift holder for deformation. Where necessary the reverse shift piece and shift holder will be replaced.
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR
R/2011/144, launched 30 November 2011, 13,183 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Incorrect positioning of the engine bay wiring harness under the engine mounting bracket could result in damage to the harness leading to a short circuit or in the worst case a fire.
Remedy: Inspection of the wiring harness. If damaged harness is to be replaced
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2011/021, launched 12 April 2011, 583 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible that a diode within the DC converter of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system became damaged during initial testing. Over time the diode could deteriorate and eventually fail causing a short circuit within the IMA system which results in the 100amp fuse blowing. A melted fuse will result in the engine stalling and the engine cannot be restarted. There will not be any noticeable symptoms prior to the engine stalling.
Remedy: The dealer will replace the DC converter with a new one.
IF DEPLOYED THE AIRBAGS MAY ENDANGER PASSENGER
R/2010/087, launched 6 September 2010, 132 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Stream
Defect: The combustion rate of the airbag propellant may be too fast causing excessive internal pressure in the inflator during airbag deployment. In an extreme case the inflator casing may rupture leading to a scattering of metal fragments.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front passenger airbag assembly.
BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL
R/2010/053, launched 22 June 2010, 5,376 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Jazz
Defect: The footbrake pedal is connected to the master cylinder via the brake pedal pin. It is possible that the retaining clip/locking pin that locks the footbrake pedal pin may not have been installed. If this is the case it is possible that the brake pedal pin may become detached. This will result in an increase in pedal travel and a corresponding increase in stopping distance.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicle and check for presence of retaining clip/locking pin. If found to be missing a new clip/pin will be installed.
POSSIBLE INADVERTENT RELEASE OF HANDBRAKE
R/2009/098, launched 20 October 2009, 889 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the handbrake ratchet tooth dimensions are incorrect resulting in a mismatch and incorrect engagement between pawl and ratchet teeth. Consequently the handbrake lever may disengage
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles check date stamp on lever and if marked 200709 replace handbrake lever
EXCESSIVE TRAVEL OF PARKING BRAKE LEVER. PARKING BRAKE PERFORMANCE AFFECTED
R/2008/124, launched 17 September 2008, 157 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Parking brake assy; guide plates may separate allowing parking brake cable to move within the guide plates resulting in excess travel at lever and incorrect tension in cables.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace parking brake lever assembly.
HANDBRAKE MAY RELEASE
R/2008/059, launched 16 April 2008, 78,524 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that; if the handbrake is applied with the release button intentionally or unintentionally depressed there is a small risk that the handbrake may not latch sufficiently to hold the vehicle securely on a slope.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the handbrake assembly replaced.
BRAKE LIGHTS MAY FAIL TO ILLUMINATE. GEAR SELECTOR MAY BECOME STUCK IN PARK
R/2007/141, launched 15 October 2007, 601 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the brake lights may not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed. Additionally it may not be possible for the driver to release the gear selector from the park(P) position.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the brake light switch replaced additionally a new block connector will be fitted which has additional protection against ingress of foreign substances.
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
R/2007/025, launched 6 March 2007, 569 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been established that when the rear seat is occupied the deformation of the seat back may cause a brief interference between a protection plate and an electrical connector. This can result in the main fuse blowing causing the engine to cut out.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have an additional plastic cover placed over the subject electrical connector.
POWER STEERING MAY BE LOST
R/2006/180, launched 27 November 2006, 8,872 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The electrical power steering warning lamp may illuminate and power assistance to the steering will be lost. The driver will not experience any symptoms prior to the failure.
Remedy: The electric power steering control unit will be tested and replaced as necessary
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT AND OR FAIL TO START
R/2006/154, launched 2 October 2006, 3,038 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the engine may fail to start or may stall and fail to restart. This situation is caused by the presence of water residue from the tank testing procedure being left on the fuel pump wiring connector block. This situation can result in electrolytic corrosion of the connector terminals which may then break thus interrupting the electrical supply to the fuel pump with subsequent loss of fuel pressure.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will be checked for the presence of corrosion and or water on the fuel pump connector block. Should this situation be found the fuel pump assembly will be replaced.
LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE.
R/2004/034, launched 24 May 2004, 44,055 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Insight, Jazz, Logo, Stream
Defect: Dipped beam headlights may malfunction either when switched on or during driving.
Remedy: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the headlight switch with a modified part. Additionally the terminal for dipped beam operation within the wiring harness will also be changed in order to rectify any heat damage that may have occurred.
POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO INNER SIDEWALL OF TYRE
R/2003/078, launched 16 June 2003, 288 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CR-V
Defect: It is possible that the tyre inner side wall may have been damaged during the tyre/wheel balance identification process. In the worst case the tyre could deflate when the car is being driven.
Remedy: Examine tyre side walls and replace any tyres found to have been damaged as a result of the wheel balancing operation.
IGNITION SWITCH MAY FAIL
R/2002/071, launched 6 August 2002, 53,175 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Accord, CR-V, Prelude, Shuttle
Defect: Electrical contacts within the ignition switch wear prematurely. This can eventually cause the engine to stall without warning.
Remedy: Fit a new ignition switch.
POSSIBLE INCORRECT FIXING OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE
R/2001/075, launched 5 July 2001, 4,601 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The screw clips on the filler tube connecting the fuel filler pipe to the fuel tank may not be correctly installed. The tube may not therefore be securely fixed to the tank and/or pipe. This could permit fuel to leak from the tank in the event of a severe rear end impact.
Remedy: Affected vehicles are being recalled to check for correct installation of the fuel filler tube clips. Any clip not properly installed will be retorqued correctly.
POSSIBILITY OF INCORRECT BRAKE OPERATION.
R/2001/073, launched 1 July 2001, 3,694 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possibility that the brake pedal lock pin which ensures a positive connection of the brake pedal to the braking system may be incorrectly installed. In such cases it is possible that excessive free play in the brake pedal can occur leading to incorrect brake pedal operation. The clutch may also be similarly affected.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles to check for correct installation of the lock pins. If either lock pin is not correctly installed the pin will be re-installed correctly.
REAR SUSPENSION LOWER ARM BOLTS COULD BREAK
R/2000/104, launched 3 November 2000, 2,327 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Aerodeck
Defect: There is a possibility that the rear suspension lower arm bolt could break due to improper heat treatment. Vehicle handling and control would be reduced.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace lower arm suspension bolts with quality assured type.
POTENTIAL INSTABILITY UNDER HARD BRAKING
R/2000/037, launched 20 May 2000, 12,711 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Under certain hard braking conditions the PCV (Proportion Control Valve) setting allows inappropriate brake force to be applied to the rear wheels. In these circumstances this may cause locking of the rear wheels leading to possible vehicle instability.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace PCV with a modified unit.
THE GEAR LEVER POSITION MAY NOT MATCH THE TRANSMISSION MODE SELECTED
R/1994/026, launched 3 May 1994, 6,788 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Crx
Defect: The transmission shift cable lock pin may become ineffective. In consequence the gear lever position may not match the actual gear position selected in the transmission.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the lock pin with a modified type.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Honda Civic, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Honda dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.