2017 Honda Civic
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Steering
Steering leads by volume: 171 of 597 complaints (29%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (7) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 1,081 in 2016 to 597 in 2017.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | vs. 2017 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,400–3,100 | 1,800–2,100 | 1,750–3,100 | 1,750–3,100 | 1,750–3,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–44 | 30–35 | 25–36 | 25–36 | 25–36 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–43 / 31–45 | 26–31 / 37–42 | 22–32 / 28–42 | 22–32 / 28–42 | 22–32 / 28–42 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 202–352 | 250–293 | 248–360 | 247–360 | 248–360 | |
| Complaints filed | 392 | 1,081 | 597 | 747 | 442 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 4 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 37 | 36 | 23 | 27 | 26 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 23 | 16 | 13 | 23 | 17 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 7 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Honda Civic have?
6 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Honda Civic?
Steering: 171 of 597 NHTSA complaints (29%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Honda Civic get?
EPA rates it 25–36 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Honda Civic?
EPA estimates $1,750–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (15)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 28 mpg | 39 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,950 | 278 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 30 mpg | 39 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,850 | 262 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 30 mpg | 41 mpg | 35 mpg | $1,800 | 258 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 31 mpg | 40 mpg | 35 mpg | $1,800 | 256 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 28 mpg | 40 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,950 | 273 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 31 mpg | 40 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,850 | 257 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 31 mpg | 42 mpg (high) | 35 mpg | $1,800 | 251 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 32 mpg (high) | 42 mpg (high) | 36 mpg (high) | $1,750 (low) | 248 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 9 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 30 mpg | 39 mpg | 33 mpg | $1,900 | 264 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 31 mpg | 40 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,850 | 260 g/mi |
| Configuration 13 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 22 mpg (low) | 28 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 360 g/mi (high) |
Show 4 more configurations
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 11 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 30 mpg | 36 mpg | 32 mpg | $2,400 | 274 g/mi |
| Configuration 12 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 30 mpg | 39 mpg | 33 mpg | $2,350 | 264 g/mi |
| Configuration 14 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 28 mpg | 38 mpg | 32 mpg | $2,400 | 279 g/mi |
| Configuration 15 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 28 mpg | 38 mpg | 32 mpg | $2,400 | 279 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 70 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 29 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 35 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 101 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Brakes | 46 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 171 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 27 | 10 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 40 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 166 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (6)
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER · Campaign 26V332000 · May 22, 2026
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · Campaign 23V858000 · Dec 19, 2023
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · Campaign 18V817000 · Nov 21, 2018
Defect: 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."
Consequence: If the information is missing or improper, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy: 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.
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM · Campaign 18V663000 · Sep 28, 2018
Defect: 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.
Consequence: The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
AIR BAGS; SEATS · Campaign 18V266000 · Apr 30, 2018
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles. Driver and front passenger seatback pads sold as replacement service parts were made without slit openings for the seat-mounted side air bags. In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the seatback pad would interfere and adversely affect air bag performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Consequence: If the seat-mounted air bags cannot not deploy correctly in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seatback pads, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is E1D, U1B, and X1C.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · Campaign 17V706000 · Nov 14, 2017
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles. The right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength.
Consequence: The improper heat treatment can result in the halfshaft breaking, preventing the engine from moving the vehicle, and can allow a possible roll away situation if the parking brake is not engaged. This can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the halfshaft's serial number, replacing it as necessary and aligning the front wheels, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K0E.