*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Steering
My 2018 Honda Civic EX developed a steering problem that made the steering wheel difficult to turn. On [XXX], at approximately 67,219 miles, I brought the vehicle to J&L Auto & Tire Center in Nyack, New York, for evaluation. The repair facility documented the complaint as âhard time steering wheelâ and recommended replacing the rack-and-pinion steering gear assembly with a rebuilt unit. The estimated repair cost was $4,901.84, including labor, parts, and tax. I contacted American Honda after the repair facility advised me to investigate a possible known steering gearbox issue affecting certain 2017â2018 Honda Civics. Honda informed me that my VIN was not included in Safety Recall…
Aug 21, 2026Structure › BodyCrash2 injuries
I am reporting a structural manufacturing issue on my 2018 Honda Civic. The vehicle is currently grounded at Caliber Collision in Ceres, CA. A certified structural facility (Caliber Collision) has documented that the factory sheet metal seams are splitting open in both front wheel wells and the center floor area directly under the driverâs seat. The vehicle was involved in a minor right-side accident on [XXX] (fully repaired), and a minor left-side accident on [XXX]. Caliber Collision has officially stated in writing that the impact forces from these accidents were not hard enough to cause this type of structural damage. Coupled with a complete lack of buckling to the sheet metal, Caliber…
Aug 3, 2026Steering
I am reporting a potentially serious steering safety problem with my 2018 Honda Civic, which currently has approximately 84,000 miles. While driving, the steering develops a sticking or notchy condition, particularly when making small steering corrections. The steering wheel resists movement and requires additional force to overcome the resistance. When sufficient force is applied, the steering can suddenly release and move. This makes smooth steering corrections difficult and creates a risk of overcorrection. I am particularly concerned about this behavior because it affects the driver's ability to make small, controlled steering corrections and therefore may affect safe control of the…
Oct 1, 2026Electrical system
Infotainment screen stuck in software update mode. Rear camera and Heat - A/C - Defroster no longer visible. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request.
Apr 1, 2026Steering
Car steering gets stuck/jerks and cannot stay straight, wheels jerk aggressively from left to right in speeds up to 50 on the highway during rain.
Sep 12, 2026Unknown or other
I am the owner of two 2018 Honda Civic EX vehicles that were purchased new and maintained according to Honda's recommended service schedule. Both vehicles have experienced repeated air-conditioning system failures over several years. Both vehicles previously required condenser replacements under Honda's extended warranty program for known air-conditioning defects. My wife's 2018 Honda Civic EX, with approximately 60,000 miles, recently experienced another air-conditioning failure and required yet another condenser replacement. My second 2018 Honda Civic EX developed similar symptoms including poor cooling performance and cold air from the passenger-side vents while warm air came from the…
Sep 1, 2026Air bags
Today, an SRS warning message unexpectedly appeared on my vehicleâs dashboard. I drove the vehicle normally earlier in the morning without any warning lights, messages, or other symptoms. When I returned to my vehicle after work and started it, the SRS message appeared for the first time. There was no accident, collision, impact, or other known event that occurred between the time I drove the vehicle in the morning and when the warning appeared. I have had no prior accidents involving this vehicle and am not aware of any damage or circumstances that would have caused a problem with the Supplemental Restraint System. The vehicle had been operating normally prior to this warning appearing.…
Sep 23, 2026Steering
I purchased this car used about a year ago from the Honda dealership, since then I have noticed very tight steering when driving straight, people behind me say I look like Iâm swerving back-and-forth. Also, when taking slight turns like an on-ramp the wheel completely sticks in that direction, and I have to jerk it back into position. Very concerning since I drive this car with my family and children in it. Luckily I have not gotten into an accident yet, but Iâm afraid it will happen if I donât get this repaired.
Jun 1, 2025
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