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2023 Honda Civic Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Steering — runs 12.3× the fleet median for that category across the 1656 model-years tracked on this site.
249Complaints
4Recalls
18Crashes
0Fires
12Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Steering (76.7% of complaints) — is covered by 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.

Steering complaints here are 12.3× the median for that category across the 1656 model-years tracked on this site.

2 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 4 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Steering191 · 76.7%RecalledRecall 23V704000 · Recall 24V744000
Electrical System15 · 6%No official action
Lane Departure: Assist15 · 6%No official action
Service Brakes13 · 5.2%RecalledRecall 23V430000
Engine8 · 3.2%No official action
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings8 · 3.2%No official action

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

STEERING191 · 76.7%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15 · 6%
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST15 · 6%
Unspecified / other13 · 5.2%
SERVICE BRAKES13 · 5.2%
ENGINE8 · 3.2%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS8 · 3.2%
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING8 · 3.2%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING8 · 3.2%
AIR BAGS7 · 2.8%

Percentages are the share of the 249 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 4 campaigns

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module

NHTSA campaign 23V430000 · 2023 · reported 06/15/2023

Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Steering:rack And Pinion

NHTSA campaign 23V704000 · 2023 · reported 10/19/2023

A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Steering

NHTSA campaign 24V744000 · 2024 · reported 10/03/2024

Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seats:critical Fasteners

NHTSA campaign 24V859000 · 2024 · reported 11/14/2024

An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“I have a steering wheel that sticks at highway speeds around 50-70 mph while driving straight, my steering wheel sticks. The honda dealership says it's…”NHTSA complaint 11563995 — filed 01/07/2024 · STEERING
“When driving the wheels feels sticky and would sometimes get stuck in positions only when driving highway speeds above 30 mph. Making minor adjustments while…”NHTSA complaint 11563840 — filed 01/05/2024 · STEERING
“Steering wheel feels stiff while driving on the road and difficultly keeping car in lane”NHTSA complaint 11563700 — filed 01/05/2024 · STEERING

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda Civic?

Steering issues are the most-reported category, cited in 191 of 249 NHTSA complaints (76.7%), followed by electrical system (15), lane departure: assist (15), unspecified/other issues (13). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2023 Honda Civic have?

249 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 18 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 12 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2023 Honda Civic have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 23V430000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2023 Honda Civic's reported problems?

2 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.