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2014 Honda Civic. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 43 / 45 / 44 | Regular | $1,400 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 29 / 37 / 33 | Regular | $1,900 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S7) | FWD | 29 / 37 / 32 | Regular | $1,950 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto 5-spd | FWD | 27 / 38 / 31 | Natural Gas | $1,500 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 28 / 35 / 31 | Regular | $2,000 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 22 / 31 / 25 | Premium | $3,100 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 4,900 and 77,800 miles. Median 34,000, from 178 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 42,100 | 4,900–99,800 | 56 |
| Airbags | 58,000 | 28,000–87,600 | 31 |
| Electrical | 40,800 | 16,000–73,000 | 22 |
| Engine | 39,000 | 2,000–95,000 | 15 |
| Wheels | 10,800 | 2,900–51,500 | 18 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 27% |
| Electrical | 15% |
| Airbags | 13% |
| Wheels | 13% |
| Tires | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 298 | 31 | 4 | 20 | 0 | 27 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
15V574000 Sep 2015 Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation may result in damage to the transmission drive pulley shaft.
Risk. If the transmission drive pulley shaft is damaged, it may break, and the vehicle may lose acceleration or the front wheels may lock up while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU2 (Civic) and JU3(Fit).
14V109000 Mar 2014 Tires / Bead
Defect. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Honda Civic LX vehicles manufactured November 26, 2013, through January 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, during mounting of the tires, the tire bead may have gotten pinched between the assembly equipment and the steel wheel rims, resulting in damage to the tire.
Risk. The tire damage could cause the tire to lose air, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any damaged tire, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JD8.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Desiccated air bag inflator rupture | 2021 | – |
| Closed | Electrical overstress | 2019 | 2024 |
Manufacturer communications 109
Honda filed 109 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 Civic CVTs with a…
- Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Honda Civic 2 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Honda Civic Cng 4 DR FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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