2021 Honda Civic Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 161 owner complaints for the 2021 Honda Civic. The EPA rates it 25 to 36 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 161
- Crashes / fires reported
- 7 / 3
- EPA combined
- 25–36 MPG
2021 Honda Civic recalls
Air BagsMay 21, 2026 · NHTSA 26V332000+
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
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.
Air BagsFeb 1, 2024 · NHTSA 24V064000+
Risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Fuel System, GasolineDec 18, 2023 · NHTSA 23V858000+
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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.
Service Brakes, HydraulicJun 29, 2023 · NHTSA 23V458000+
Risk: Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are VEU, AEV, and ZET.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles. The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster assembly.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2021 Honda Civic problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Steering68
- Forward Collision Avoidance33
- Electrical System21
- Service Brakes18
- Unknown or Other13
- Air Bags13
- Lane Departure11
- Engine8
2021 Honda Civic gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 32 | 42 | 36 | $1,800 |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 31 | 40 | 34 | $1,900 |
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) | 30 | 38 | 33 | $1,950 |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 30 | 38 | 33 | $1,950 |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,000 |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) | 29 | 35 | 32 | $2,500 |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,500 |
| Civic 5Dr | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 22 | 28 | 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 2021 Honda Civic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2021 Honda Civic, most recently for the air bags (May 21, 2026). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2021 Honda Civic problems?
Owners filed 161 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are steering (68), forward collision avoidance (33), electrical system (21).
What gas mileage does the 2021 Honda Civic get?
The EPA rates the 2021 Honda Civic at 25 to 36 MPG combined (best version: 32 city / 42 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.