One problem related to brake popping noise has been reported for the 2001 Honda Civic. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Honda Civic based on all problems reported for the 2001 Civic.
I have an ongoing issue with a popping noise coming from the front brakes. After going in reverse, and then proceeding forward, at the first application of brakes there is a popping noise that sounds like metal shifting or binding. It will not make the noise again until the next occurrence of going into reverse and then coming to the first stop. After being taken to the dealer, the noise will diminsh for a day or two, and then resume as normal. The dealer indicated that they are not adjusting anything on the brakes. The dealer also indicated that there was a change in the design of the brakes for the 2001 model year that causes this noise. It sounds bad, and I'm afraid it will lead to a brake component failing.