While the Honda Civic Coupe has an excellent driving record, several model years are an exception. Even though some of these issues may seem minor, failure to have them corrected can potentially result in a crash.
Have there been any recalls issued for the Honda Civic Coupe?
Yes, several of which include:
- Right side (Pass) driveshaft may have been improperly installed
- Unstable software that can prevent the application of the electric parking brake
- Tail lamps that may fail while driving
- Driveshafts that may break while the engine is in gear
- Ruptured airbag inflator that causes metal fragments to pass through the airbag cushion
Here is a listing of the latest Honda Civic Coupe recalls, along with simple steps to find the answers you need about each. Be sure and search for your specific VIN number to see if your vehicle is included:
2017 Honda Civic Coupe
NHTSA Recall ID: 17V-706
What is the recall for? Right Side (Pass) Drive Shaft may have been improperly installed.
How can it affect the vehicle? If improperly heat-treated, the drive shaft can break while driving normally. This can cause the engine to stop while in gear.
Which models were affected? Certain 2017 Honda Civic sedan and coupe models.
Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? Increases the risk of personal injury due to a crash without prior warning.
How is the recall resolved? If the right driveshaft is suspected to be defective, any Honda dealer will replace the driveshaft and align the front wheels for free.
2016 Honda Civic Coupe Software Programming
NHTSA Recall ID: 16V-725
What is the recall for? Unstable vehicle software.
How can it affect the vehicle? Unstable software can prevent the application of the electric parking brake.
Which models were affected? Certain 2016 Honda Civic sedans and coupes.
Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? Inability to apply the electric parking brake increased the possibility of a vehicle rollaway and crash.
How is the recall resolved? Any Honda dealer will reprogram the CSA ECU with updated software no charge.
2016 Honda Civic Coupe Rear Side Marker Light
NHTSA Recall ID: 16V-526
What is the recall for? Failure to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108.
How can it affect the vehicle? If the tail lamp fails to operate properly, your vehicle’s visibility to traffic can be reduced.
Which models were affected? Certain 2016 Honda Civic coupes.
Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? Increased risk of a traffic accident.
How is the recall resolved? A Honda dealer will replace the tail light assembly, free of charge.
2016 Honda Civic Coupe Tire Bead Damage
NHTSA Recall ID: 14V-109
What is the recall for? Tire beads pinched between the steel wheel rims and the assembly equipment.
How can it affect the vehicle? Damage to tire.
Which models were affected? Certain 2014 Honda Civic LX vehicles manufactured from November 26, 2013 to January 21, 2014.
Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? Tire damage can cause the tire to lose air, increasing the risk of an accident.
How is the recall resolved? Damaged tires will be replaced at no charge by any Honda dealer.
2014 Honda Civic Coupe M-CVT Drive Pulley Shaft
NHTSA Recall ID: 15V-574
What is the recall for? M-CVT Drive Pulley Shaft.
How can it affect the vehicle? Can break during operation.
Which models were affected? Certain 2014 Honda Civic coupes.
Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? When a drive pulley breaks, the vehicle can lose acceleration or lock up the front wheels. This increased the risk of a crash.
How is the recall resolved? Any Honda dealer will update your vehicle’s CVT software at no cost to you.
2012 Honda Civic Coupe Left Driveshaft
NHTSA Recall ID: 12V-256
What is the recall for? The driver’s side driveshaft is improperly seated.
How can it affect the vehicle? The drive shaft may separate.
Which models were affected? Certain 2012 Honda Civics.
Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? The vehicle might lose power, causing a rollaway if the parking brake was not set before placing the vehicle in “Park.”
How is the recall resolved? Any Honda dealer will reprogram that instrument at no charge.
2011 Honda Civic Coupe Takata Honda Passenger Side Airbag Inflator
NHTSA Recall IDs: 19V-502, 19V-378, 18V-268, 18V-661, 18V-042, 17V-030, 16V-346
What are the recalls for? Airbag inflators.
How can they affect the vehicle? A ruptured airbag inflator causes metal fragments to pass through the airbag cushion.
Which models were affected? Certain model year 2006-2011 Honda Civics.
Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? Can potentially injury vehicle occupants.
How are the recalls resolved? Any authorized Honda Dealer will replace the inflator with a newly designed inflator at no charge to the owner.
Visit the NHTSA website to see learn more about recalls issued on the Honda Civic Coupe. You can also enter your 17-digit VIN number here to see if there any recalls specific to the Honda you own.
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