The Lemon Index2025 Honda Civic.
The 2025 Honda Civic is so far better than average by owner complaints: 94 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 64, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about steering, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 24 to 49 mpg combined. The best Honda Civic year is 2011.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 94 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Honda Civic year. 2025 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 1K to 33K miles on the car (8 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 2
- fuel system, gasoline 2024
The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
- steering 2024
The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Honda told dealers about
Honda sent dealers 103 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
- Service Bulletin - There is a dull creaking, rubbing, popping, or clicking noise coming from…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic Hatchback 5 HB FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Honda CIVIC HATCHBACK HYBRID 5 HB FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $1300–3300 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Steering wheel getting stuck at highway speeds when I make micro adjustments.
2025 Honda Civic owner · NHTSA complaint 11771009
More owner reports
2025 honda civic hybrid just over 3000 miles has developed a ticking noise when I turn the steering. Took it to the dealership was told it was normal. If this is normal for Honda they just lost a future customer
NHTSA complaint 11679380
Sticky steering. Steering wheel locks up driving straight or in turns.
NHTSA complaint 11739221
Quick answers
Is the 2025 Honda Civic reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.6× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2025 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 64; 100 is average). The best Honda Civic year by this measure is 2011.
What are the most common 2025 Honda Civic problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are steering (41%), automatic emergency braking (18%) and lane assist (11%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2025 Honda Civic have?
2 safety recalls (latest: fuel system, gasoline). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Honda Civic get?
24 to 49 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2025 Honda Civic safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2025 Honda Civic have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2025 Honda Civic cost in fuel a year?
About $1300 to $3300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2025 Honda Civic have?
1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl.
What Honda Civic year is better than the 2025?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2011, 2013 and 2015.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works