CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Honda Civic has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 604 complaints with NHTSA, including 23 crashes, 6 fires, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (174 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2017 Honda Civic recalls
Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash
A front passenger seat weight sensor can crack and short circuit, which may cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Missing or incorrect owner's manual may raise crash risk
Certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles may have been built without the owner's guide, or with an owner's guide that does not properly include required information.
Steering May Assist in Wrong Direction, Raising Crash Risk
A magnet that helps the electric power steering system read how hard you turn the wheel may not be properly secured and can come loose.
Seat Pad May Block Side Air Bag During a Crash
Replacement front seatback pads for some 2017 Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles were made without slits for the seat-mounted side air bags.
Right axle may break, causing loss of drive or rollaway
The right halfshaft, which carries power from the transmission to the front wheel, may have been improperly heat treated.
Most common 2017 Honda Civic problems
Problem areas named in the 604 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 174 |
| Unknown Or Other | 166 |
| Electrical System | 103 |
| Engine | 66 |
| Structure | 38 |
| Service Brakes | 37 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 32 |
| Power Train | 29 |
| Air Bags | 24 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 23 |
What owners report
While Driving i looked in the rear mirror and noticed my rear glass was shattered. I pulled over to inspect it and there was no visible points of impact.
The contact owns a 2017 Honda Civic equipped with BF Goodrich Tires, Tire Line: Advantage T/A Sport, Tire Size: 215/55/R16, DOT Number: [XXX]. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, there was an abnormal pop coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the front driverâs side tire had a blowout. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, and it was determined that all four tires was dry rotted on the inner tire, and all four tires needed to be replaced. The front driverâs side tire was replaced. The dealer stated that the tires were approximately 6 years old. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 78,132. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATI
2017 Honda Civic Hatchback Ex Vehicle taken into Honda dealer due to SRS/airbag lights on dash, a diagnostic scan was done, Honda dealer diagnosed a failed clock spring. Independent mechanic replaced it. After the repair, the SRS/airbag lights remained on. Honda dealer attempted seat weight sensor relearn/initialization but could not complete it. Independent mechanic then diagnosed failed front passenger seat weight sensors (photos available). Dealer confirmed VIN not flagged for NHTSA 26V332 (Honda OOA / bulletin 26-073) covering seat weight sensors on 2017â2021 Civic Hatchbacks. Requested goodwill repair; denied. They refused written denial and would not name the decision-maker. With
Evaporator on the AC system has failed repeatedly Honda is aware this is a reoccurring issue as they offered a goodwill discount once but Iâve had to replace more than once. This is a major visibility issue as the moisture from the faulty evaporator fogs my windshield making it dangerous to drive and the defogger is much less effective
After driving for 20 minutes or more and especially on hotter days my steering sticks. It is very noticeable when going in a straight line. It feels as if it gets stuck in a notch and I have to give it extra pressure to move the car which results in overcorrecting.
2017 Honda Civic safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Honda Civic 2 DR FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 5 (9.3% rollover risk) |
| 2017 Honda Civic 5 HB FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 5 (9.5% rollover risk) |
| 2017 Honda Civic 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 5 (9.5% rollover risk) |
2017 Honda Civic questions
Does the 2017 Honda Civic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2017 Honda Civic: Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash; Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving; Missing or incorrect owner's manual may raise crash risk; Steering May Assist in Wrong Direction, Raising Crash Risk; Seat Pad May Block Side Air Bag During a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Honda Civic?
Based on 604 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (174), Unknown Or Other (166), Electrical System (103).
How safe is the 2017 Honda Civic?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2017 Honda Civic up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Honda Civic has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.