2015 Honda Civic Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 394 owner complaints for the 2015 Honda Civic. The EPA rates it 25 to 44 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 1
- Owner complaints
- 394
- Crashes / fires reported
- 37 / 2
- EPA combined
- 25–44 MPG
2015 Honda Civic recalls
Power TrainSep 15, 2015 · NHTSA 15V574000+
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.
Fix: 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).
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.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2015 Honda Civic problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Power Train181
- Air Bags59
- Unknown or Other59
- Engine34
- Electrical System29
- Steering21
- Vehicle Speed Control20
- Structure17
2015 Honda Civic gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic Hybrid | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 43 | 45 | 44 | $1,450 |
| Civic HF | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 31 | 40 | 34 | $1,900 |
| Civic | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29 | 37 | 33 | $1,950 |
| Civic | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,000 |
| Civic | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 28 | 35 | 31 | $2,050 |
| Civic Natural Gas | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic 5-spd | 27 | 38 | 31 | $1,500 |
| Civic | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,200 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2015 Honda Civic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Honda Civic, most recently for the power train (Sep 15, 2015). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Honda Civic problems?
Owners filed 394 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are power train (181), air bags (59), unknown or other (59).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Honda Civic get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Honda Civic at 25 to 44 MPG combined (best version: 43 city / 45 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.