Brake Light problems of the 2009 Honda Civic

Three problems related to brake light have been reported for the 2009 Honda Civic. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Honda Civic based on all problems reported for the 2009 Civic.

1 Brake Light problem

Failure Date: 12/09/2015

Interior center led brake light failed, right side engine mount failed, atomic blue paint on roof and edges of rear fenders around trunk faded and chalky.

2 Brake Light problem

Failure Date: 11/06/2015

The center (interior) brake light works intermittently. Many others have had same problem. Only affects ex model led light assembly. It is unsafe and costly fix. It should be recalled.

3 Brake Light problem

Failure Date: 08/29/2013

The center 3rd brake light stopped working. Since it's an led array and not a normal light bulb it costs over $200 to replace. Also, it can only be replaced by the dealer. From searching the internet this is apparently a very common problem with these vehicles. An led array should not fail. Because this is a safety issue Honda should issue a recall to replace the defective units.


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