Three problems related to body have been reported for the 1996 Honda Civic. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Sun visor failed.
After using sunvisor and it is returned back to its position against the roof of the vehicle, the visor pops out of its right-side fastening clip blocking view.
Loss of control due to driving during extensive rain conditions. Car is built too close to the road and excessive water on the road has no place to go except under the car. Lost control every time over 40mph, even with new tires. Traded car. Too afraid to drive in heavy rain. Also saw a fatility on the news about loss of control in heavy rain with a Honda Civic sedan.