Do 2017 Honda Civic owners report Steering problems?

162 of 571 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Honda Civic (28%) involve Steering.

Do 2017 Honda Civic owners report Electrical System problems?

99 of 571 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Honda Civic (17%) involve Electrical System.

Do 2017 Honda Civic owners report Engine problems?

65 of 571 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Honda Civic (11%) involve Engine.

2017 Honda Civic — Common Problems Owners Report

Owners filed 571 complaints with NHTSA. Steering is by far the most reported area at 28%, followed by the electrical system (17%) and engine (11%). No deaths are reported. The brakes draw the fewest complaints but the most crashes (9) and injuries (4) of any area, so they are worth a close look on a test drive.

Most reported areas

Steering safety 28%

The single biggest complaint: 162 reports (28%), tied to 3 crashes and 2 injuries. Listen for grinding or stiffness when turning the wheel.

Electrical System safety 17%

Second most reported: 99 reports (17%), including 5 with fire and 1 injury. The fire count makes this worth checking carefully.

Engine safety 11%

65 reports (11%), with 3 fires, 1 crash, and 2 injuries. Watch for loss of power or warning lights while driving.

Structure safety 6%

35 reports (6%), linked to 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury. A smaller but recurring complaint area.

Service Brakes safety 6%

Only 35 reports (6%) but the most serious by outcome: 9 crashes, 4 injuries, and 1 fire. Test the brakes thoroughly.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 571 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.