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2023 Honda Civic

Gas
Large Cars
12 EPA-rated configurations
Data refreshed 2026-09-11
D
Safety Signal
60 / 100 from the NHTSA recall record
RecallsNHTSA campaigns5
Complaintsowner reports to NHTSA326
Crash ratingNHTSA overall5★
Fuel economybest combined, EPA36 mpg
20262025202420232022202120202019201820172016

The 2023 Honda Civic is sold in the U.S. as a gas large car with 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Civic 4Dr, is EPA-rated at 36 mpg combined. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of D. Owners have filed 326 complaints, most often about the steering. NHTSA crash-tested it at 5 stars overall.

Specs & fuel economy

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
ConfigurationPowertrainDriveEngine / motorCityHwyCombAnnual fuel*
Civic 4DrGasFWD1.5L 4-cyl turbo334236$1,750
Civic 4DrGasFWD2.0L 4-cyl314035$1,800
Civic 5DrGasFWD1.5L 4-cyl turbo313935$1,800
Civic 4DrGasFWD1.5L 4-cyl turbo313834$1,850
Civic 4DrGasFWD2.0L 4-cyl303733$1,900
Civic 5DrGasFWD1.5L 4-cyl turbo303733$1,900
Civic 5DrGasFWD2.0L 4-cyl303833$1,900
Civic 5DrGasFWD2.0L 4-cyl293732$1,950
Civic 4DrGasFWD1.5L 4-cyl turbo273731$2,500
Civic 5DrGasFWD1.5L 4-cyl turbo283731$2,000
Civic 5DrGasFWD2.0L 4-cyl263629$2,150
Civic 5DrGasFWD2.0L 4-cyl turbo222824$3,250

*EPA estimate at 15,000 miles/year at EPA reference fuel and electricity prices. fueleconomy.gov record ids: 46051, 46506, 46137, 46052, 46054, 46138, 46509, 46140, 46053, 46139.

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Recalls (5)

Source: NHTSA recall database
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Seats

121 vehicles
ProblemHonda (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."RiskAn unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.FixDealers 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.
NHTSA campaign 24V859000reported Nov 14, 2024Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
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Steering

SJS, MJU, QJT, VJV
1,693,199 vehicles
ProblemHonda (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.RiskDifficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.FixDealers 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.
NHTSA campaign 24V744000reported Oct 3, 2024Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
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Steering

YFW
264,567 vehicles
ProblemHonda (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.RiskA damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury.FixDealers 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.
NHTSA campaign 23V704000reported Oct 19, 2023Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic

OEJ,XEK,AEY,XEX,OEW
386 vehicles
ProblemHonda (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.RiskUnintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.FixDealers 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.
NHTSA campaign 23V430000reported Jun 15, 2023Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
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Seats

TDY
640 vehicles
ProblemHonda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic Type R vehicles. The driver's seat frame may not have been welded properly, which can cause the seat cushion frame to break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."RiskA broken seat cushion frame may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.FixDealers will replace the front driver seat cushion frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TDY.
NHTSA campaign 23V229000reported Mar 30, 2023Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

NHTSA defect investigations

Steering — Momentary Increased Steering Effort closed

On November 29, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Engineering Analysis (EA23003) to assess allegations of momentary increase in steering effort in model years (MY) 2022-2023 Honda Civic, 2023MY Honda CR-V, and 2023MY Acura Integra vehicles (subject vehicles). The complaints received by ODI alleged that the subject vehicles experienced a momentary increase in required steering effort (described as “sticky steering�) occurring mostly at highway speeds after driving for an extended amount of time; these complaints could not be duplicated during dealer service technicians’ quick test drives.  The complaints had been received over the previous two years with mos

Opened Nov 29, 2023 · closed Jan 28, 2025 · action EA23003

Steering — Momentary Increased Steering Effort closed

On March 17, 2023, The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE23-005) to access the alleged defect of momentary increase in steering effort in model years (MY) 2022 and 2023 Honda Civic vehicles. The complaints report that the momentary increase in steering effort (described as "sticky steering") occurs mostly at highway speeds after driving for a certain amount of time. The reports have been received over the past 2 years with most occurring with low vehicle mileage. The steering gear contains a unit that includes a worm gear and a worm wheel. Honda stated this condition of momentary increase in steering effort occurs due to two factors within this unit. Duri

Opened Mar 17, 2023 · closed Nov 30, 2023 · action PE23005

Owner complaints

Source: NHTSA complaint database
326complaints filed

20 involved a crash · 0 a fire · 12 injuries · 0 deaths reported

Filed per year: 2023: 141 · 2024: 129 · 2025: 33 · 2026: 23

Most-cited components

Steering256
Lane Departure31
Forward Collision Avoidance22
Electrical System17
Unspecified15
Service Brakes15

What owners describe

“During a controlled low-speed autocross event (~55 mph entry), I applied the brake pedal firmly to decelerate for an upcoming turn. The vehicle failed to decelerate at anywhere near its rated capability. Despite full, sustained pedal application, the car would not slow adequately, departed the course, and struck a barr…”Aug 31, 2026 · Service Brakes · NHTSA owner report
“I respectfully request that the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles investigate Rick Case Honda for a repair I believe was performed negligently and the dealership's refusal to accept responsibility. On December 2, 2025, Rick Case Honda performed a cylinder head replacement on my 2023 Honda Civic be…”Jul 1, 2026 · Engine · NHTSA owner report
“The contact owns a 2023 Honda Civic Hatchback. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the steering wheel was jumping uncontrollably. The steering wheel was difficult to maneuver. The maintenance light was illuminated. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steer…”Feb 3, 2026 · Steering · NHTSA owner report

Complaint counts are raw owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects, and scale with how many were sold. Use them to spot patterns, not to rank.

Crash ratings

Source: NHTSA NCAP
ConfigurationOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover risk
4 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★★10%
4 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★★10%
5 HB FWD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★★10%
5 HB FWDnot ratednot ratednot rated★★★★★10%

NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. Standard driver-assist: forward collision warning, lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking.

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Other Civic model years

A

2026 Honda Civic

1 recalls · 27 complaints

C

2025 Honda Civic

2 recalls · 94 complaints

C

2024 Honda Civic

3 recalls · 139 complaints

D

2022 Honda Civic

4 recalls · 957 complaints

D

2021 Honda Civic

4 recalls · 156 complaints

D

2020 Honda Civic

5 recalls · 229 complaints

D

2019 Honda Civic

4 recalls · 442 complaints

F

2018 Honda Civic

6 recalls · 746 complaints

F

2017 Honda Civic

6 recalls · 596 complaints

F

2016 Honda Civic

5 recalls · 1,080 complaints

Sources & method

Safety Signal starts every model-year at 100 and subtracts points per open NHTSA recall campaign by severity: critical 15 (fire risk, park-outside or do-not-drive advisories), high 8 (brakes, steering, airbags, loss of drive power, structure, battery), moderate 6, minor 3 (software, labels, lighting fixed by an update). Floor 35. A ≥ 90, B ≥ 80, C ≥ 70, D ≥ 60, otherwise F. Complaint counts and NHTSA crash ratings are shown separately and are not blended into the grade.

EPA figures come from fueleconomy.gov vehicle records. Recalls, complaints, investigations and crash ratings come from NHTSA's public flat files, refreshed weekly.

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