The 2007 Honda Civic has 10 recalls, the most serious being a passenger-side airbag inflator that can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, along with a wheel bearing defect that can cause a wheel to detach from the vehicle while driving.
The airbag issue accounts for several of the recalls. The core problem is a front passenger airbag inflator prone to explosive rupture, and prior repair attempts at some dealerships may have introduced a secondary concern: incorrectly installed replacement inflators that may not deploy properly in a crash. Note that the airbag recalls only affect Hybrid models in some filings, while others cover the broader Civic lineup. On the electrical side, Hybrid models also face a voltage converter failure that can shut off the headlights, stall the engine, and prevent a restart. There is also a brake light switch concern on sedan and Hybrid models, where excess silicone grease from the steering column can drip onto the switch and cause the brake lights to stop working, raising the risk of a rear-end collision. A label recall covers certain vehicles where the tire and loading information label shows incorrect weight ratings for the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode due to propellant breakdown from long-term exposure to high humidity, heat, and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly during a previous replacement, potentially affecting its ability to deploy properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the inflator installation and replace the passenger front air bag module assembly if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly during replacement, potentially affecting its ability to deploy properly in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the passenger air bag and replace the module assembly if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Replacement passenger front air bag inflators may have been incorrectly installed at one dealership, potentially affecting proper deployment.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module assembly at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger air bag inflator may rupture during a crash due to propellant degradation from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator at no cost when parts become available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may rupture during a crash due to propellant degradation from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the air bag inflator at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The voltage converter that transfers power from the hybrid motor assist system to the vehicle's electrical components may fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the voltage converter at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Excess silicone grease applied to the steering column during assembly can drip onto the brake light switch, causing it to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective cover over it at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wheel speed sensor housing has an O-ring seal that may not have been installed correctly, allowing water to enter the wheel bearing. Water can damage the bearing, especially in areas with road salt. Continued driving could loosen the bearing and cause it to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear ABS sensors and wheel bearings for damage and replace any damaged parts at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The tire and loading information label shows incorrect weight limits. It displays specs for a lighter Civic LX model instead of your heavier Civic EX model, with lower GVWR and GAWR values than correct.
What the fix does
No corrective action required. The weight rating difference does not create a safety risk.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
