2023 Honda Civic Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 336 owner complaints for the 2023 Honda Civic. The EPA rates it 24 to 36 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 336
- Crashes / fires reported
- 20 / 0
- EPA combined
- 24–36 MPG
2023 Honda Civic recalls
SeatsNov 14, 2024 · NHTSA 24V859000+
Risk: An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
SteeringOct 3, 2024 · NHTSA 24V744000+
Risk: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
SteeringOct 19, 2023 · NHTSA 23V704000+
Risk: A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the electric power steering rack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YFW.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Civic 4-door and Civic 5-door vehicles that received a replacement power steering rack as part of a service repair. The steering rack may have been incorrectly assembled, which can allow the tire to chafe against the lower suspension or tie rod end, possibly resulting in tire damage.
Service Brakes, HydraulicJun 15, 2023 · NHTSA 23V430000+
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the VSA modulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are OEJ, XEK, AEY, XEX and OEW.
Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2023 Honda Civic problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Steering261
- Lane Departure25
- Electrical System20
- Forward Collision Avoidance17
- Unknown or Other16
- Service Brakes16
- Engine10
- Air Bags8
2023 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) | 33 | 42 | 36 | $1,800 |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 31 | 40 | 35 | $1,850 |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 31 | 39 | 35 | $1,850 |
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) | 31 | 38 | 34 | $1,900 |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) | 30 | 37 | 33 | $1,950 |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) | 30 | 37 | 33 | $1,950 |
| Civic 5Dr | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 30 | 38 | 33 | $1,950 |
| Civic 5Dr | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,000 |
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,550 |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 28 | 37 | 31 | $2,050 |
| Civic 5Dr | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 26 | 36 | 29 | $2,200 |
| Civic 5Dr | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 22 | 28 | 24 | $3,300 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2023 Honda Civic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2023 Honda Civic, most recently for the seats (Nov 14, 2024). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 Honda Civic problems?
Owners filed 336 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are steering (261), lane departure (25), electrical system (20).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Honda Civic get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Honda Civic at 24 to 36 MPG combined (best version: 33 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.