2024 Honda Civic Reliability Report

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

Good

Ranks 15th of 25 Civic years we score.

Owner complaints: 140; 33 are recall notices
Per 10,000 cars: 4.7; 226,012 made for the U.S.
Vs the average car: 0.60×; same age, 1× is average
Serious outcomes: 39; crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
Recalls: 3
NHTSA crash rating: 5★; overall, out of 5

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Should You Buy the 2024 Honda Civic?

Yes, with the usual checks. Our reliability score for the 2024 Honda Civic is 76 out of 100, which rates Good. Owners reported about half as many problems as for the average car of the same age. It ranks 15th of the 25 Civic years we score.

The most reported problem is the steering, mostly sticking or stiffness (44 of 140 complaints). Owners also complain about adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking. 39 of the 140 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.

It has 3 recalls. NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. For comparison, the 2023 scores 67.

Before you buy, check that the recalls were done and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.

Pros

Good reliability score of 76
About half the problems of the average car its age
No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls
5-star NHTSA overall crash rating

Cons

Steering: sticking or stiffness44 complaints
Adaptive cruise control: hard braking with nothing ahead9 complaints
Automatic emergency braking: hard braking with nothing ahead9 complaints

How the 2024 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	0.53×	−12
Everyday problems	0.75×	−6
Recalls	1.1×	−6
Score		76

What Owners Report

We read all 140 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Honda Civic, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first.

Steering: sticking or stiffness
44 complaints (31%)
Sticking or stiffness, unusual noises and loss of steering control. 8 of these 44 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a crash. In 5 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 6 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 8,000 miles.
Adaptive cruise control: hard braking with nothing ahead
9 complaints (6%)
Hard braking with nothing ahead, sudden acceleration and not shutting off. 2 of these 9 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden braking.
Automatic emergency braking: hard braking with nothing ahead
9 complaints (6%)
Hard braking with nothing ahead, the system not working when needed and a feature that stopped working. 8 of these 9 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden braking. Median mileage when it started: about 13,000 miles.
Lane keeping assist: the system acting on its own
7 complaints (5%)
The system acting on its own, vibration or shudder and warning lights. 4 of these 7 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 17,000 miles.
Brakes: loss of braking
6 complaints (4%)
Loss of braking, unusual noises and a hard pedal or less assist. 1 of these 6 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of braking. Median mileage when it started: about 10,000 miles.
CVT: failure or loss of drive
4 complaints (3%)
Failure or loss of drive and hesitation. 3 of these 4 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 10,000 miles.
Airbags: no deployment in a crash
4 complaints (3%)
No deployment in a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 5,000 miles.
CV axles: damage
3 complaints (2%)
Damage, parts breaking or coming apart and a failure that needed a new part. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome: a crash.
Driver-assist camera and radar: stopped working
3 complaints (2%)
A feature that stopped working and problems that come and go.
Noise (cause not stated)
3 complaints (2%)
Unusual noises.
Windshield: shattering or cracking
3 complaints (2%)
Shattering or cracking and early wear.
Ball joints and control arms: parts breaking or coming apart
2 complaints (1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart and damage. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome.
Engine oil leak
2 complaints (1%)
A leak.
Screen and audio: stopped working
2 complaints (1%)
A feature that stopped working and a failure that needed a new part.
Manual transmission or clutch: failure or loss of drive
2 complaints (1%)
Failure or loss of drive. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: stalling or losing power while driving.

Show 4 more problems

Suspension failure
2 complaints (1%)
A failure and unusual noises.
Phone and navigation: works on and off
2 complaints (1%)
Problems that come and go.
Unintended acceleration (cause not stated)
2 complaints (1%)
Sudden acceleration. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: sudden acceleration or braking.
Windshield wipers: poor wiping
2 complaints (1%)
Poor wiping and a feature that stopped working.

Reported Once (35)

Show the 35 problems reported once

A/C: stopped working
Uneven tire wear: pulling or wandering
Climate controls failure
Door latches: not opening or unlocking
Engine: stalling
Engine failure
Exterior lights: stopped working
Exterior trim: parts breaking or coming apart
Fumes in cabin (cause not stated)
Headlights failure
Ignition or power mode (won't shut off): not shutting off
Instrument cluster: stopped working
All driver assistance systems failure
Auto idle stop system: hesitation
Auto start function
Body panel gaps (fender, hood): misaligned
Brake pedal to booster cotter pin: parts breaking or coming apart
Door window glass: shattering or cracking
Electrical power shut off: a loss of power
Front wheel (detached): parts breaking or coming apart
Steering knuckle: damage
Vehicle fire (origin not stated) (cause not stated)
Window switch failure
Paint and rust: damage
Power windows or regulator failure
Seat belts: unlatched during crash
Stability control (VSA): stopped working
Sway bar links failure
Struts or shocks: damage
Sunroof glass (shattered): shattering or cracking
Tires: damage
Turbocharger: unusual noises
Vibration (cause not stated)
Warning lights (cause not stated)
Wiring, fuses or body control module failure

How the 2024 Honda Civic Compares With Other Years

The other Civic years of the 11th generation, 2022 to 2026, 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
2026	Too new	–	–	1.6	1	Automatic emergency braking: hard braking with nothing ahead
2025	Provisional 75	–	–	3.5	2	Steering: sticking or stiffness
2024 This year	Good	76	0.60×	4.7	3	Steering: sticking or stiffness
2023	Caution	67	1.5×	20.1	5	Steering: sticking or stiffness
2022	Caution	64	2.5×	43.7	4	Steering: sticking or stiffness
2021	Good	78	0.41×	8.1	4	Steering: sticking or stiffness

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2024 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.

Seats: critical fasteners
An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA 24V859000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Nov 14, 2024. By the second quarter of 2026, 59% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Steering
Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 24V744000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Oct 3, 2024. By the second quarter of 2026, 88% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Steering: rack and pinion
A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA 23V704000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Oct 19, 2023. By the third quarter of 2025, 84% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.

NHTSA Investigations

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

Momentary heavy steering in Civics and CR-Vs
Led to a recall
NHTSA's engineering analysis covered momentary hard steering in 2022-2024 Civics and 2023-2024 CR-Vs. NHTSA's test center reproduced it. Causes included gear wheel deformation, uneven grease and a spring load set too high. Twenty-three crashes were reported. Honda filed recall 24V-744 in October 2024 to replace the spring and add grease. NHTSA closed the case in January 2025.
NHTSA EA23003 Opening report (PDF)Closing report (PDF)Nov 29, 2023 to Jan 28, 2025

NHTSA Crash Test Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for this model year. See the 2024 Civic ratings on NHTSA.gov.

Hatchback 5-door FWD, Sedan 4-door FWD and Sedan Si 4-door FWD

Overall5/5

Frontal crash4/5

Side crash5/5

Rollover5/5

Hatchback Type R 5-door FWD

OverallNot rated

Frontal crashNot rated

Side crashNot rated

Rollover5/5

Check Before You Buy

A checklist for the 2024 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.

Seats: critical fasteners NHTSA 24V859000
Steering NHTSA 24V744000
Steering: rack and pinion NHTSA 23V704000

On the Test Drive

Turn the wheel fully left and right, parked and at low speed. Sticking, notches or stiffness are warning signs.
Watch for sudden braking or steering with nothing ahead, and ask whether the driver-assist software updates were done.
Brake firmly from a moderate speed. A soft, hard or pulsing pedal, or a brake warning light, is a warning sign.

Ask the Seller

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

Steering
Adaptive cruise control
Automatic emergency braking
Also ask for the service records, especially oil 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.