2002 Honda Civic Reliability Report

NHTSA data as of Sep 17, 2026Published Oct 15, 2026

Good

Ranks 19th of 25 Civic years we score.

Owner complaints: 705; 42 are recall notices
Per 10,000 cars: 20.1; 330,640 made for the U.S.
Vs the average car: 0.66×; same age, 1× is average
Serious outcomes: 267; crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
Recalls: 11
NHTSA crash rating: Not rated; no overall rating before 2011

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Should You Buy the 2002 Honda Civic?

Yes, with the usual checks. Our reliability score for the 2002 Honda Civic is 72 out of 100, which rates Good. Owners reported fewer problems than for the average car of the same age. It ranks 19th of the 25 Civic years we score.

The most reported problem is the transmission, mostly failure or loss of drive (164 of 705 complaints). Owners also complain about airbag warning lights and frontal airbags. 267 of the 705 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.

It has 11 recalls. Honda also offers a warranty extension that may still apply, for passenger airbag sensor (airbag warning light stays on). For comparison, the 2001 scores 66 and the 2003 scores 74.

Before you buy, check that the recalls were done, ask a Honda dealer about warranty extension 06-009 and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.

Pros

Good reliability score of 72
Fewer problems than the average car its age
No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls
1 Honda warranty extension may cover repairs

Cons

Transmission: failure or loss of drive164 complaints
Airbag warning light107 complaints
Frontal airbags: no deployment in a crash44 complaints

How the 2002 Civic Earned Its Score

Every model year starts at 100. Each part takes points away when this year has more problems than the average car of the same age. How we score

Score breakdown
Item	Vs average	Points lost
Starting score		100
Serious problems	0.69×	−14
Everyday problems	0.61×	−5
Recalls	2.6×	−9
Score		72

What Owners Report

We read all 705 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Honda Civic, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first.

Transmission: failure or loss of drive
164 complaints (23%)
Failure or loss of drive, slipping and a loss of power. 119 of these 164 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. In 5 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 11 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 101,000 miles.
Airbag warning light
107 complaints (15%)
Warning lights, a failure and a feature that stopped working. In 7 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 18 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 64,000 miles.
Frontal airbags: no deployment in a crash
44 complaints (6%)
No deployment in a crash, deployment with no crash and chemical burn during deployment. 16 of these 44 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often an airbag problem. Median mileage when it started: about 98,000 miles.
Seat belts failure
44 complaints (6%)
A failure, the system not working when needed and warning lights. 5 of these 44 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often an airbag problem. In 3 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 68,000 miles.
Airbags: no deployment in a crash
39 complaints (6%)
No deployment in a crash, a failure and deployment with no crash. 4 of these 39 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often an airbag problem. Median mileage when it started: about 90,000 miles.
Headlights: stopped working
35 complaints (5%)
A feature that stopped working, parts breaking or coming apart and water leaking in. 5 of these 35 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often loss of visibility. In 4 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 131,000 miles.
Wiring, fuses or body control module failure
21 complaints (3%)
A failure, damage and overheating. 4 of these 21 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 104,000 miles.
Steering: loss of steering control
20 complaints (3%)
Loss of steering control, sticking or stiffness and locking up. 7 of these 20 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often loss of steering control. Median mileage when it started: about 38,000 miles.
Brakes: loss of braking
18 complaints (3%)
Loss of braking, unusual noises and a failure. 4 of these 18 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often loss of braking. In 3 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 42,000 miles.
Struts or shocks: a leak
16 complaints (2%)
A leak, a failure and vibration or shudder. Median mileage when it started: about 18,000 miles.
Tires: parts breaking or coming apart
16 complaints (2%)
Parts breaking or coming apart, damage and early wear. 5 of these 16 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 20,000 miles.
Unintended acceleration (cause not stated)
16 complaints (2%)
Sudden acceleration and surging. 11 of these 16 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden acceleration or braking. In 5 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 114,000 miles.
Engine: stalling
11 complaints (2%)
Stalling, surging and rough running or misfires. 4 of these 11 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 108,000 miles.
Seats: parts breaking or coming apart
9 complaints (1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart, early wear and a failure that needed a new part. Median mileage when it started: about 10,000 miles.
Torque converter: failure or loss of drive
9 complaints (1%)
Failure or loss of drive, slipping and stalling. 6 of these 9 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 110,000 miles.

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Manual transmission or clutch: harsh or delayed shifts
8 complaints (1%)
Harsh or delayed shifts, early wear and unusual noises. 2 of these 8 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 32,000 miles.
Paint and rust: damage
8 complaints (1%)
Damage. Median mileage when it started: about 91,000 miles.
Ignition or push-button start: sticking or stiffness
7 complaints (under 1%)
Sticking or stiffness, a feature that stopped working and the car not starting. 4 of these 7 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start. Median mileage when it started: about 110,000 miles.
Loss of power (cause not stated)
7 complaints (under 1%)
A loss of power and failure or loss of drive. All 7 describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 106,000 miles.
Cooling system failure
6 complaints (under 1%)
A failure that needed a new part and a leak. Median mileage when it started: about 198,000 miles.
Passenger airbag sensor: stopped working
6 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working, a failure and a stored fault code. Median mileage when it started: about 52,000 miles.
Suspension: unusual noises
6 complaints (under 1%)
Unusual noises, vibration or shudder and pulling or wandering.
Stall (cause not stated)
6 complaints (under 1%)
Stalling. 4 of these 6 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 99,000 miles.
Shifter or park: the car rolling away
6 complaints (under 1%)
The car rolling away, a failure and sticking or stiffness. 4 of these 6 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 88,000 miles.
Unexplained crash (cause not stated)
6 complaints (under 1%)
Loss of steering control, pulling or wandering and the car rolling away. 4 of these 6 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 28,000 miles.
Windshield: shattering or cracking
6 complaints (under 1%)
Shattering or cracking. Median mileage when it started: about 24,000 miles.
A/C: stopped working
5 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working, problems that come and go and unusual noises. Median mileage when it started: about 89,000 miles.
Engine failure: a fire
5 complaints (under 1%)
A fire, a failure and shattering or cracking. 1 of these 5 complaints describes a serious outcome: a fire.
Fuel pump: a leak
5 complaints (under 1%)
A leak. Median mileage when it started: about 170,000 miles.
Transmission fluid leak
5 complaints (under 1%)
A leak. 1 of these 5 complaints describes a serious outcome: stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 95,000 miles.
Airbag inflator (rupture risk or Takata): parts breaking or coming apart
4 complaints (under 1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart and a failure that needed a new part. 3 of these 4 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often an injury. Median mileage when it started: about 150,000 miles.
Fuel gauge or level sensor: wrong readings
4 complaints (under 1%)
Wrong readings. Median mileage when it started: about 13,000 miles.
Screen and audio: unusual noises
4 complaints (under 1%)
Unusual noises, problems that come and go and a feature that stopped working. Median mileage when it started: about 8,000 miles.
Headlight switch: overheating
4 complaints (under 1%)
Overheating, a failure and a feature that stopped working. 1 of these 4 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of visibility. Median mileage when it started: about 113,000 miles.
Tire valve stem: a leak
4 complaints (under 1%)
A leak and shattering or cracking. 3 of these 4 complaints describe a serious outcome.
Body seals (water leak): water leaking in
3 complaints (under 1%)
Water leaking in.
Cylinder head gasket failure
3 complaints (under 1%)
A failure. Median mileage when it started: about 123,000 miles.
Defroster: stopped working
3 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working and problems that come and go. Median mileage when it started: about 42,000 miles.
Engine oil leak
3 complaints (under 1%)
A leak. Median mileage when it started: about 90,000 miles.
Exhaust or catalytic converter: damage
3 complaints (under 1%)
Damage, a stored fault code and a failure that needed a new part.
Interior trim: damage
3 complaints (under 1%)
Damage and unusual noises. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome: an injury.
Rear window: damage
3 complaints (under 1%)
Damage and a failure.
Vehicle fire (cause not stated)
3 complaints (under 1%)
A fire. All 3 describe a serious outcome, most often a fire.
Door lock actuators: stopped working
3 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working and the system acting on its own. Median mileage when it started: about 78,000 miles.
Power windows or regulator: overheating
3 complaints (under 1%)
Overheating, sticking or stiffness and a feature that stopped working.
Car not starting (cause not stated)
3 complaints (under 1%)
Hard starting and the car not starting.
Warning lights (cause not stated)
3 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights. Median mileage when it started: about 148,000 miles.
Windshield wipers: stopped working
3 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working. Median mileage when it started: about 60,000 miles.
12V battery: damage
2 complaints (under 1%)
Damage and a failure.
ABS: warning lights
2 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights.
Ball joints and control arms: unusual noises
2 complaints (under 1%)
Unusual noises and a failure.
Cabin odor or mold: a bad smell
2 complaints (under 1%)
A bad smell. Both describe a serious outcome, most often an injury.
Check engine light (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights.
CV axles: damage
2 complaints (under 1%)
Damage and parts breaking or coming apart.
Engine sensors or computer: stalling
2 complaints (under 1%)
Stalling and sudden acceleration. Both describe a serious outcome, most often a tow.
Exhaust manifold: shattering or cracking
2 complaints (under 1%)
Shattering or cracking.
Instrument cluster: stopped working
2 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working.
Airbag cable: warning lights
2 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights and a failure.
Cruise control (conventional): works on and off
2 complaints (under 1%)
Problems that come and go and surging.
Cylinder head failure
2 complaints (under 1%)
A failure.
Floor mat: early wear
2 complaints (under 1%)
Early wear.
Interior lights: stopped working
2 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working.
Trunk latch: not closing or latching
2 complaints (under 1%)
Not closing or latching and problems that come and go.
Parking brake: loss of braking
2 complaints (under 1%)
Loss of braking. Both describe a serious outcome.
Poor acceleration (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
A loss of power and failure or loss of drive. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome.
Side or curtain airbags: no deployment in a crash
2 complaints (under 1%)
No deployment in a crash.
Vibration (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
Vibration or shudder and pulling or wandering.

Reported Once (50)

Show the 50 problems reported once

Alternator or charging failure
Battery drain: draining the battery
Brake calipers failure
Control arm bushings
Engine air intake: parts breaking or coming apart
Engine mounts: parts breaking or coming apart
Engine oil consumption: burning or using oil
Fuel filler door: not opening or unlocking
Fuel leak
Heater: works on and off
Horn: works on and off
Key fob: stopped working
SRS sensor failure
Accelerator pedal: sticking or stiffness
Accessory outlet: damage
Airbag sensor failure
Carpet: damage
Crankshaft seals: a leak
Cruise control: stopped working
Cruise control indicator lamp: stopped working
Cruise control switch: a fire
Dashboard burning odor (cause not stated)
Door chime: stopped working
Electrical system (part not stated): works on and off
Electronic load detector: warning lights
Fog lights: shattering or cracking
Headlight combination switch failure
Headlight switch or harness: overheating
Headlight switch connector: damage
Headlight switch wiring: damage
Hood prop rod retainer: parts breaking or coming apart
Immobilizer failure
Interior light: works on and off
Right front wheel assembly: parts breaking or coming apart
Shift linkage: unusual noises
Solenoid seal: a leak
Strut bearings failure
Sun visor: parts breaking or coming apart
Throttle body: sudden acceleration
Throttle cable failure
Timing cover: a leak
Trunk lid spring failure
Underhood burning smell (cause not stated)
Valve cover: a leak
Valve cover gasket: a leak
Windshield washer motor failure
Timing chain or camshaft: early wear
Transmission computer failure
Wheel bearings: unusual noises
Windows or locks or sunroof (operate by themselves): the system acting on its own

How the 2002 Honda Civic Compares With Other Years

The other Civic years of the 7th generation, 2001 to 2005, and the years just before and after it. When two scores are less than 3.5 points apart, treat them as about the same.

Year	Rating	Score	Vs average	Per 10k cars	Recalls	Most reported problem
2006	Caution	68	1.1×	41.1	15	Engine failure: shattering or cracking
2005	Good	78	0.37×	11.5	10	Airbag warning light
2004	Good	79	0.37×	12.0	10	Airbag warning light
2003	Good	74	0.56×	17.0	11	Transmission: failure or loss of drive
2002 This year	Good	72	0.66×	20.1	11	Transmission: failure or loss of drive
2001	Caution	66	1.1×	30.1	14	Transmission: failure or loss of drive
2000	Excellent	84	0.27×	7.8	6	Frontal airbags: no deployment in a crash

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2002 Honda Civic Recalls

A recall can cover some or all cars of this model year. Look up a specific car by its VIN at NHTSA to see which recalls are still open on it.

Air bags: inflator module
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 19V501000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 27, 2019. By the fourth quarter of 2020, 42% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 19V499000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 27, 2019. By the fourth quarter of 2020, 22% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 19V182000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Mar 6, 2019. By the third quarter of 2020, 49% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
An incorrectly installed air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA 18V268000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Apr 26, 2018. By the third quarter of 2019, 85% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the passenger seat occupant or other occupants possibly causing serious injury or death.
NHTSA 15V370000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 15, 2015. By the fourth quarter of 2017, 65% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 15V320000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued May 28, 2015. By the fourth quarter of 2017, 68% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.

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Air bags
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengers frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 14V700000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Nov 4, 2014. By the first quarter of 2016, 70% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Exterior lighting: switch
If the terminal ends melt within the wiring harness connector, the low beam headlights may become inoperative, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 12V136000 Owner letter (PDF)Issued Mar 30, 2012.
Fuel system, other: tank assembly
This could result in a tank rupture, explosion, and ejection of the tank from the vehicle.
NHTSA 07V512000 Owner letter (PDF)Issued Nov 1, 2007.
Exterior lighting: headlights
An unexpected loss of low beams could result in a crash.
NHTSA 04V086000 Owner letter (PDF)Issued Feb 24, 2004.
Engine and engine cooling: engine
If the plastic piece lodges in the throttle body, the throttle could stick in a partially open position.
NHTSA 01V329000Issued Oct 22, 2001.

Honda Warranty Extensions and Programs

Repairs Honda agreed to cover or update outside a recall. Whether one applies depends on the VIN and the conditions listed. A Honda dealer can confirm.

Warranty extensionHonda 06-009
Passenger airbag sensor (airbag warning light stays on)
The problem:
The passenger airbag sensor can fail and keep the airbag warning light on.
The fix:
A Honda dealer repairs the passenger airbag sensor and its control unit for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light must be on with a listed fault. Other airbag faults are not covered. Cars with a salvage or branded title are not covered. The VIN must show as eligible.
Coverage:
10 years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Customer support programHonda 20-009
Driver's airbag inflator
The problem:
The driver's airbag inflator can be faulty, and the airbag warning light comes on.
The fix:
A Honda dealer replaces the driver's airbag inflator for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light must be on. A Honda dealer test must show the inflator is faulty. Only replacement inflators that fail later are covered. Open inflator recalls must be done first. Salvage or branded titles are not covered.
Coverage:
Covered until January 31, 2030.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Customer support programHonda 20-014
Front passenger's airbag inflator
The problem:
The front passenger's airbag inflator can be faulty, and the airbag warning light comes on.
The fix:
A Honda dealer replaces the front passenger's airbag inflator for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light must be on. A Honda dealer test must show the inflator is faulty. Only replacement inflators that fail later are covered. Open inflator recalls must be done first. Salvage or branded titles are not covered.
Coverage:
Covered until January 31, 2030.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Customer support programHonda 18-046Ended
Driver's airbag inflator
The problem:
The driver's airbag inflator can be faulty, and the airbag warning light comes on.
The fix:
While the program ran, a Honda dealer replaced the driver's airbag inflator for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light had to be on. A Honda dealer test had to show the inflator was faulty. Only replacement inflators that failed later were covered. Salvage or branded titles were not covered.
Coverage:
The program ended on June 30, 2022.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Customer support programHonda 18-049Ended
Front passenger's airbag inflator
The problem:
The front passenger's airbag inflator can be faulty, and the airbag warning light comes on.
The fix:
While the program ran, a Honda dealer replaced the front passenger's airbag inflator for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light had to be on. A Honda dealer test had to show the inflator was faulty. Only replacement inflators that failed later were covered. Salvage or branded titles were not covered.
Coverage:
The program ended on October 31, 2022.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)

NHTSA Investigations

Defect investigations by NHTSA that cover this model year, with what they found.

Both low beam headlights going out at once
Led to a recall
NHTSA's engineering analysis looked at reports of both low beam headlights failing together. It covered 2002-2003 Civics, 2002-2004 CR-Vs and 2003-2005 Pilots. A worn switch wiring terminal could overheat and melt its connector. Honda recalled vehicles in two stages under recall 12V-136. NHTSA closed the case in September 2012.
NHTSA EA11012 Opening report (PDF)Closing report (PDF)Sep 12, 2011 to Sep 17, 2012
Takata air bag inflators rupturing, mostly in humid areas
Led to a recall
NHTSA's preliminary evaluation began in June 2014 after six Takata air bag inflator ruptures. It covered Honda Accord, Civic, CR-V, Odyssey and Pilot models from 2001 to 2007, among others. All 10 makers started regional recalls within about two weeks. NHTSA asked them to widen the recalls. It closed in March 2015 and moved to engineering analysis EA15-001.
NHTSA PE14016 Opening report (PDF)Closing report (PDF)Jun 11, 2014 to Mar 2, 2015
Takata air bag inflator ruptures across all makers
Still open
NHTSA's engineering analysis, opened in February 2015, covers Takata air bag inflators that can rupture. It includes Honda Accord, Civic, CR-V, Odyssey and Pilot models from 2001 to 2007, among others. NHTSA is studying the root cause, the affected vehicles and whether repairs are adequate. The record links 194 recall campaigns to it. It is still open.
NHTSA EA15001 Opening report (PDF)Open since Feb 24, 2015
Rupture risk in Takata inflators with a desiccant
Still open
NHTSA's engineering analysis, opened in September 2021, asks whether Takata inflators with a moisture-trapping desiccant could degrade and rupture over time. They are not yet recalled. It covers Honda Accord, Civic, CR-V, Odyssey and Pilot models from 2001 to 2015, among others. No field ruptures have been reported in them. The case is still open.
NHTSA EA21002 Opening report (PDF)Open since Sep 17, 2021

NHTSA Crash Test Ratings

NHTSA gave the 2002 Civic no overall, frontal or side rating. It did rate each seat in those tests and lists the seat ratings under Rating Breakdown on its page. We show them the same way below. These tests are from before 2011, so the stars are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and newer models. See the 2002 Civic ratings on NHTSA.gov.

2-door Hatchback, 4-door and 4-door with side airbags

OverallNot rated

Frontal crashNot rated

Driver seat5/5

Passenger seat5/5

Side crashNot rated

Front seat4/5

Rear seat4/5

RolloverNot rated

2-door with side airbags

OverallNot rated

Frontal crashNot rated

Driver seat5/5

Passenger seat5/5

Side crashNot rated

Front seat5/5

Rear seat5/5

RolloverNot rated

2-door

OverallNot rated

Frontal crashNot rated

Driver seat5/5

Passenger seat5/5

Side crashNot rated

Front seat3/5

Rear seat4/5

RolloverNot rated

Check Before You Buy

A checklist for the 2002 Civic, from its recalls, Honda's programs and the problems owners report most.

Confirm the Recalls Were Done

Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.

Air bags: inflator module NHTSA 19V501000
Air bags: inflator module NHTSA 19V499000
Air bags: inflator module NHTSA 19V182000
Air bags: inflator module NHTSA 18V268000
Air bags: inflator module NHTSA 15V370000
Look up the VIN at NHTSA to see all 11 recalls and which are still open.

Ask a Honda Dealer

Ask whether this warranty extension applies to this VIN, and whether the work was done.

06-009: passenger airbag sensor (airbag warning light stays on)

On the Test Drive

Accelerate gently from a stop and again at 20 to 40 mph. Shudder, slipping or harsh shifts are warning signs. Ask for the transmission fluid records.
Confirm every airbag recall on this VIN has been repaired before you buy.

Ask the Seller

Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.

Transmission
Airbag warning lights
Frontal airbags
Also ask for the service records, especially oil changes and transmission fluid changes.

Before You Pay

Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.

What to do next

All Civic Years →Best years and years to avoid, side by side.Compare With Other Years →Put up to four model years side by side.Find Warranty Extensions →Repairs Honda may still cover for this year.Decode a VIN →Confirm the exact year, engine and trim of a car.