2018 Honda Civic
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Steering is the leading concern among 596 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 8th highest complaint count among 26 Civic model years with reports.
Of the 2018 reports, 25 involved a crash and 4 involved a fire. 21 people were injured and 1 person died.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Air bags, sensor, occupant classification, front passengerMay 21, 2026
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Campaign 26V332000 on NHTSA.gov
Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, fuel pumpDec 18, 2023
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Campaign 23V858000 on NHTSA.gov
Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, fuel pumpMay 28, 2020
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 20V314000 on NHTSA.gov
Equipment, other, owners/service/other manualNov 16, 2018
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles. The owners guide in these vehicles may not have been included or if included, the owner's guide may not have been properly provided required information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
If the information is missing or improper, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the owners information kit, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O3A.
Campaign 18V817000 on NHTSA.gov
Steering, electric power assist systemSep 27, 2018
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly secured, allowing the magnet to become dislodged. During a full lock turn, the dislodged magnet may cause steering assist to be applied in the opposite direction.
The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
Campaign 18V663000 on NHTSA.gov
Equipment, other, labelsJun 20, 2018
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Civic vehicles. The manufacturing date area of the certification labels may have random characters which can affect the owner's ability to determine if a safety recall includes their vehicle.
If the owner is not able to verify if their vehicle is involved in safety recall, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is U23.
Campaign 18V421000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
596 reports, newest first.
Steering, Oct 7, 2022
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated that when she started the vehicle and shifted into drive (D), the power steering failed. The contact stated numerous warning lights were illuminated. The contact turned the vehicle off and on and she was not able to recover the power steering function. The contact drove the vehicle to her residence. The vehicle was she not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000.
Steering, Electrical system, Oct 5, 2022
I was driving on the freeway, at roughly 65 mph as I began s switching lanes my steering wheel had locked up! Nearly causing me to crash on the freeway. Barely made it over. Steering wheel was stiff with 4 lights coming on my dash Electric power steering light Traction control light Tire sensor light Brake sensor light I’ve been seeing this is a recurring thing with this car all online ! And needs ti be taking care of ASAP !! My life was in danger.
Electrical system, Structure, Fuel/propulsion system, Sep 21, 2022
Actuator Assy., Fuel Lid (FUEL FILL DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR). Repeatedly locks and unlocks (making a gun shot noise loudly) every time I get in and out of the vehicle. Yes, it is available for inspection at any time. My safety or the safety of others could be at risk with the open gas cap, constant moving electrical components, and to be left stranded unable to open the gas door. The Problem was talked about with the Honda dealership. They said it was a common problem. That Honda knows about. No warning lamps or any notification.
Visibility/wiper, Sep 12, 2022
Honda has a documented issue with the air condition condensor due to leaks in numerous Honda Civic 2016 - 2018 models. My car has a leaking condesnsor, but also a leaky compressor and evaporator - which are not covered under warranty. The repair cost for those is roughly $3,300 (Compressor $1,696 and Evaporator $1,590, if they are repaired with the condensor). My 2018 Honda Civic has 30K miles and I am afraid that the windows may fog up and I won't be able to see out the window during hazardous conditions.
Suspension, Structure, Other or unspecified, Sep 12, 2022
The car had damage because in the carfax they gave me on the left side of the car the shock absorbers fail and I always had that problem also The moldings the first time I cleaned it also fell apart at the time to revere and turn to the right when it is going back it has such an annoying noise
Power train, Sep 8, 2022, fire
My 2018 Honda Civic had caught on fire two days ago coming onto Florida’s turnpike car was running just fine had no signs of anything going wrong with it come to come on to the turnpike and what sounded like the engine blowing up so I pulled over top the hood and the engine is on fire so I got a grab something and put it out there won’t go out so then the AC line gets hot and explodes luckily the road ranger was right behind us otherwise the whole car would’ve went up in flames I personally think with all of what I’ve read that Honda needs to recall the engine which is a 1.5 dual overhead cam turbo or fix it or the people that have had the same situation like me needs to have their money returned or car bought back something or they give you a new vehicle toes that’s ridiculous just random combustion I have also had them service engine light codes come on and then I will turn the car off turn it back on and it’s not on anymore and it does this on the random also had lack of power ever since I bought it
Steering, Aug 22, 2022
When driving the steering catches and is very hard to turn causing over correcting and a potential safety hazard. The steering feels like it sticks. The problem has not been inspected yet - the dealership wants to charge over $100 just to assess. There are no warning lamps on in the vehicle. There are several other reports of the same problem in other Honda Civics. This needs to be opened for potential recall. It could be very dangerous.
Fuel/propulsion system, Aug 8, 2022
While I leased this vehicle, I noticed an issue with the fuel door every so often. Every so often, I would press the corner of the fuel door to open but the spring/locking mechanism would not release it. I would have to keep pressing it in over and over or I would have to pry it until it popped open. This was not frequently an issue, the majority of times the fuel door would open without issue.
Equipment, Jul 23, 2022
AC compressor and condenser are both broken or have leaked. They should cover both, not just one part. A lot of people with civic owners are complaining with the same issue. Honda should cover all AC parts. P.S: im not sure if this is related but i smell like metal from the AC vent which is very bad for the health.
Air bags, Jul 19, 2022
I was driving when all of a sudden as I was turning left into a parking area my driver side airbag self deployed, Causing me to lose some control of the stirring wheel. No crash minor injuries to left hand, arm, and stomach.
Engine, Jul 19, 2022
This car's evaporator is defective. Evaporator failure left many individuals, including myself, without air conditioning. In California, where I live, the temperature can rise above 100 degrees. Due to the leak and the high flammability of the freon, it is a safety risk. Additionally, drivers who must commute in hot weather may have dehydration due to the lack of air conditioning. Whenever i'm traveling the heat makes me feel weak and dizzy. Honda dealerships charge between $1,500 and $2,000 for repairs. I believe a recall should be issued to repair the entire A/C system in Honda vehicles from 2017 to 2019.
Other or unspecified, Jul 13, 2022
This car has a defective Evaporator mine and many other people have had evaporator go back and left with no Air Condition i live in California weather is over 106 degrees. Dealership are aware and charging $1,500-$2,000 to repair. I believe a recall should be made to fix 2017-2018 Honda civic evaporator.
Other or unspecified, Jul 9, 2022
Service center states evaporator is leaking. The leaking ac components is a known issue to Honda who have issued a extended warranty for other AC component. R1234yf refrigerant is a flammable danger and leaking in the engine bay.
Steering, Jul 8, 2022
The electric power steering is getting hard to steer properly.
Other or unspecified, Jul 4, 2022
The problem is Compressor of the AC is faulty/damage. This is very common and i see a lot of people online having this problem. Its weird because they only warranty the condenser. Not Compressor which is also affected by bad manufacturing. Please help bring this to light and let it fully covered all AC parts. Thank you in advance
Electrical system, Other or unspecified, Forward collision avoidance, Jun 28, 2022
There crappy electrical Systems and cause a fire! It’s breaks the Ac system. Someone could die of heat related reason from driving in 95 degree weather. DAMN YOU HONDA!!!
Steering, Jun 26, 2022
Steering sticks when driving on the highway. When make small steering adjustments it has resistance, then suddenly becomes easy. This can cause oversteering when correcting.
Steering, Jun 24, 2022
When driving at highway speeds the steering is stiff or notchy when trying to return the steering wheel to center. It binds, then breaks free which causes the steering wheel to move further than intended and the car to swerve. We have not brought it to the dealer for this problem yet but plan to in the coming days. It seems this is a very common issue and in my opinion creates a dangerous situation and could cause an accident. The NHTSA site asks for a specific date but it has been happening regularly for quite some time.
Other or unspecified, Jun 22, 2022
Air conditioning is malfunctioning and not blowing cold air. It is available for inspection. This is an issue on long drives during summer months in high heat. No inspection due to personal cost No visible warnings.
Steering, Jun 16, 2022
The steering will stick at 50 or more MPH requiring frequent adjustments
Steering, Tires, Jun 8, 2022
The contact's son owns a 2018 Honda Civic equipped with Hankook tires, Tire Line: Unknown, Tire Size: 215/55/R16, and DOT Number: 7R11BH3620. The contact stated while his son was driving at 50-55 MPH, the rear passenger's side tire blew up on its side. The contact's son veered to the side of the road. The contact's son was able to replace the tire with a spare tire with the assistance of AAA. The vehicle was then taken to the local dealer who replaced the spare tire with a new tire. The tire manufacturer was not notified of the failure. Additionally, the contact stated while his son was reversing in the driveway, the steering wheel locked inadvertently. The steering, the traction control, and the brake warning lights illuminated. The contact's son then parked the vehicle. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The tire failure mileage was approximately 17,000. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 37,000.
Other or unspecified, Jun 7, 2022
The AC compressor system is faulty and there are so many people with the same issue and Honda is doing nothing to address it other than say the condenser has issues when in reality it's the entire AC unit https://www.vehiclehistory.com/articles/honda-civic-air-conditioning-recalls-to-know-about
Steering, Jun 3, 2022
The steering wheel has become very glitchy. The driver must over compensate while shifting lanes and going around turns. It’s like the steering wheel gets stuck. Very unsafe! I noticed a recall that was for 2018 Honda civics in regards to the malfunction of the EPS gear box; however when I contact Honda dealership and the corporate office both say they vin number/vehicle isn’t part of the recall. But seems that it has the same problem.
Air bags, May 23, 2022
Passenger front air bag not working. The air bag warning light has been coming on and off, over the last year.
Steering, May 22, 2022
After the vehicle has warmed up or been driven at least 20 minutes there is a dead spot in the steering where it becomes "sticky" to turn the wheel hard enough to get outside of the dead spot. Driving around a city at low speeds it is hardly noticeable, driving on a highway it is very noticeable and you're constantly overcorrecting the steering to try and get it to go straight. Once you break over the sticky part in the steering you're turning further than you need to for minor course corrections on a highway. It is dangerous and difficult to manage.