Two problems related to engine have been reported for the 2008 Honda Civic. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Honda Civic based on all problems reported for the 2008 Civic.
#2 spark plug blown from cylinder head while driving.
Cracked engine block on 2008 Honda Civic- most owners experience overheat + failure of engine. Honda TSB 08-044 clearly explains defect-likely to crack around coolant passages on 06,07,+08 Civic most owners will be in a dangerous position - possible fire+.