This page covers 4 recalls, 392 owner complaints and NHTSA crash-test ratings for the 2019 Honda Civic.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Steering is the dominant complaint theme for the 2019 Civic, with a large share of owners describing the electric power steering as sticky or binding, particularly during turns or at highway speeds once the vehicle has warmed up. Owners report the wheel momentarily resists input and then releases, which many say requires noticeable force to correct, the problem tends to appear most often near or just off center and during left turns. The fuel system draws the next-highest complaint volume, though the representative reports skew toward AC and refrigerant issues: owners describe repeated evaporator leaks, refrigerant loss, and the system blowing warm air, with some noting the evaporator was replaced under a warranty extension before the problem returned. A smaller but recurring thread involves the rear window shattering spontaneously, often described as happening shortly after the rear defroster is activated.
392
Total Complaints
23
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
12
With Injuries
By System
The 2019 Honda Civic has 4 recalls, the most serious being a passenger seat occupant sensor that can misread who is sitting in the front seat, causing the airbag to deploy incorrectly in a crash and raising the risk of injury.
The remaining three recalls all point to the same underlying problem: the low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank can fail while the engine is running. When this pump stops working, the engine loses its fuel supply and stalls, which can leave the driver without power steering or power brakes at highway speeds and create a crash hazard in moving traffic. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve the issue, and the fuel pump concern has been addressed through multiple campaigns over time. The Civic Hatchback, Civic Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Type R trims are among the configurations covered by these fuel pump recalls, so owners of several body styles should check their VIN to confirm whether their vehicle is included.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and create an electrical short, potentially causing airbags to deploy unexpectedly during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger seat weight sensor at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, which could prevent fuel from reaching the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
