general problems of the 2016 Honda Civic - part 1

Blown head gasket failure due to coolant leak into cylinders evaporator leak for a/c due to condenser and compressor shaft.

The contact owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while the vehicle was running with the a/c unit activated, there was an abnormal odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. Additionally, while the a/c unit was activated, only hot air was coming from the vents. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the a/c evaporator needed to be replaced because of leaks in three places. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000.

[xxx] a/c didn,t work blowing hot air needed freon, cost $293. 96 , ,germain Honda told me some 2016 Civic,s a/c compressors & componets needed to be replace but not mine. Today [xxx] a/c blowing hot air again. Was there a recall on a/c on 2016 Honda Civics. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

- the engine failed. The engine block warped and both had to be replaced. I have pictures from the dealer. The cost was $8,194. 56 at the dealer for a replacement engine with 89k miles on it. - my son's safety was put at risk because he is in a rural area. Every warning lamp on the dashboard turned on after indy Honda replaced the coolant (maintenance minder a125). Then the lights would turn off. Then andy mohr Honda inspected it (for the first time) and their diagnosis was a pvc pipe crack. We paid for that repair. The second time was the head gasket and the engine was destroyed. - the problem was confirmed by andy mohr Honda and indy Honda in the state of indiana. Andy mohr confirmed the turbo engine for the Honda Civic has a known issue and than we should have purchased the 2. 0 liter instead of the 1. 5 liter because of the load the turbo puts on the engine. American Honda motor CO. , inc disagrees and stated there was no issue. - the vehicle was inspected by the manufacturer via pictures taken at andy mohr Honda. - prior to the coolant service in June 2025 there were no warning lamps. There were no symptoms. The Civic has only been maintained by Honda dealers. The first time (approximate date) we noticed the issue: June 23. My son videoed it. Please note the text from andy mohr Honda stating the engine was overheated. The coolant was replaced by indy Honda a week prior to the overheating. It should not have occurred. This is the link to the engine replacement invoice: https://dealer. Reyrey. Net/public/onlinepayment/?branchid=140881&ro=154688&sig=4jvihlirz1r8lgubapgtxu8fg9vxoe26etduswjnpkqpeunebpexkva%2fepbysdczgxkmjsqo0cy%3d.

Air conditioner stopped working - I heard the condenser has a 10 year warranty extension - regardless of mileage. Please assist [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Went to my local dealer on January 11 to have my car checked due to a possible knock in my engine or transmission. They checked it but was not able to find a code or the actual cause after changing the oil of transmission and running it. It still continues to have issues they told me “might need to leave your car overnight because their master technician is not here until Monday “ to me I didn’t like much that answer because I spend too much for a no fix or cause. Also they could not provide me a loaner as well which was not a good idea no codes in the system or lights in the dashboard , it started a day before I took it to the shop.

All light are coming in off and on in my car , keys will lock my car but when I walk away it unlocks and rolls all my windows down on its own. Had to remove key batteries for it to stop and had a diagnostic ran and it shows the body control module is misfiring and having issues. Was told there was a recall on 10th gen Honda Civics but you sight doesnt show it.

I have been experiencing engine and transmission issues for nearly 2 years. I have under 90k miles and am the 2nd owner since 2017. There is lack of power, speed inconsistencies, sputtering and hesitation upon acceleration. It feels unsafe. I have taken the vehicle in for a diagnosis and they stated it was an issue with the turbo and it has failed. This should not have occurred as the vehicle is under 120k miles. I have since paid to have it repaired at the cost of $5678. 00.

Driving on highway to work when check engine light came on in addition to "emissions system problem", "hill start assist", "power steering issue", etc. When scanned for codes it showed misfire codes p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304. When spark plugs and coils were changed one set showed signs of rust. The misfires persisted after changing out these parts. When taken to the dealership they stated that the powertrain warranty had been extended to 6yrs from the original date of purchase because of an oil dilution issue. My car was outside of this warranty and the dealer did not offer to help with repairs. I called Honda of America and explained the situation - they also stated that it was outside of warranty. My mechanic has recommended an engine replacement and estimates repair costs over $4000+ for a used engine. Radiator fluid had been topped off 3-4 times this year but we did not realize it was leaking into the engine. A full recall should be issued for this, it is a known issue and Honda is aware of it. The warranty extension is not enough if the issue is going to keep occurring.

The differential inside the transmission is making a knocking noise and shakes really badly check engine light came on and traction control light both are on and break system light and I have not even had it for a year.

My 2016 Honda Civic has a recurring safety-critical defect that began approximately 2–3 weeks after purchase. While turning (most often left turns), the vehicle suddenly shuts off without warning. When this occurs, the power steering assist locks, brake assist is lost, and the electrical system cuts off and then reboots. This has happened more than 5–6 times and nearly caused collisions. I had to apply extreme brake pressure to avoid hitting another vehicle during one incident. The steering becomes rigid, the dashboard goes dark, and the car restarts on its own while still in motion. Before I purchased the vehicle, a diagnostic inspection was performed and no issues were reported. Since owning the car, it has also been taken to a mechanic multiple times, and no diagnostic code or mechanical explanation for this shutdown issue has ever been identified. The defect appears intermittently and leaves no trace or error codes, making it extremely difficult to detect or repair. This is a serious safety hazard that could cause injury or death. The problem appears to be a latent defect that was present at the time of vehicle sale. I am reporting this so NHTSA can investigate whether this is a known issue with this model or whether other consumers have experienced similar sudden shutdowns.

Alarm sounded, went outside with fob to shut off . Still alarm on . Tried to get in car with fob . Had to use key in door to get in . Stepped on brake and pushed start/stop button . Alarm now silent. Push start/stop button to shut off engine and message on dash read keyless start system error. Engine still running. Pushed button again and ac shuts off , engine still running and dash still reading error. Put in driver, then reverse to park and pushed button again and engine shut off finally. Disconnect negative from battery and let sit overnight. Tried to start, but just kept cranking. Disconnect battery again, tried starting again and it started. This time it took me 10 minutes before I could shut off engine. Disconnect battery again and haven’t tried again. I’ve read about other people having the same issues. Most say start/stop switch. Mine is on order, will install ASAP and see what happens. Fingers crossed.

Lost transmission fluid cap, don’t turn on any sensor light. I realized only because a friend just replace his. He shared the information I check it was gone. I had to buy a new one at Honda. High risk since temperature is super high in California, potential risk to lose all the transmission oil and brake.

Turbo charger malfunctioned went out.

The contact owned a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked unattended, it caught fire. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. There were no reported injuries. A police report was filed. The air bags did not deploy. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number 16v074000 (engine and engine cooling).  .

Over a several month period the car was losing radiator fluid. I figured it was probably a stuck thermostat and the fluid was coming from the overflow. But only once did I see a minimal amount of fluid. Not near the amount that had been lost in the cooling system. Fast forward a few months and I am driving home. Top speed starts out at the speed limit of 70 and slowly slips to 65 then 60. Giving it more gas would increase the rpms but no power or forward thrust was making to the tires. It was as if, it was falling into neutral. The next morning drive to work was much worse. Starting with a top speed of 65 within 10 miles on the highway the top speed went to 55 then to 45 then 35. When the top speed was 45 mph I took the first exit and made it through a stop sign on the service road. With a crawling speed of 10 mph it limped into a strip-center parking lot. Once it was stopped, pushing the gas pedal would increase rpms but no forward movement. So, I assumed a new transmission (ctv) was in my future and had it towed to a local dependable, honest, five-star reviewed auto shop. They found it misfiring and upon investigation find radiator fluid in the oil. So, they tell me the engine died and they could not even check the transmission. In the end, a used engine with 40k miles was put in it, a newer used transmission, and a new turbo (it was bad too). $14,000 + dollars is what the shop charged in June of 24 and Dec of 23. I tried to no avail to have the turbo covered under a lifetime warranty of an autobody shop that had replaced it following a road hazard claim that damaged it.

I bought my 2016 Honda Civic and never had issues with it besides the ac unit not working which was resolved because of the recalls and was repaired by my local dealership. Now I am having issues when it comes to accelerating. There is an accelerating delay/ stall when completing a stop and there’s a delay to get the car to move after pressing on the gas pedal or when reversing when getting out of th driveway. The most dangerous event is when I’m driving and I come to a stop to make a right turn and right after ensuring there is no upcoming traffic to make the right turn my car does not accelerate and it’s very scary because I can get hit by another car. There’s times where I’m driving and the car can turn off. I feel like my life and other drivers life’s are at risk. Honda has recalls for fuel pumps for other year/models but not for mine. I just want to make sure if this is something that can be recalled. Thank you.

I bought my Honda new in 2016 from space coast Honda in cocoa, florida. It had 0 miles. Since 2016 I have had 5 separate issues with the air conditioner, and have had to repeatedly go back to space coast Honda. They released a warranty for the condenser, but refuse to acknowledge problems with the evaporator. There are many many people with a 2016-2018 Honda Civic who experience issues with the evaporator and Honda wants people to pay over $2000 to fix the issue. I find it hard to believe that these issues aren’t all related. Honda needs to be held accountable for manufacturing faulty models of the 2016 Honda Civic.

My 2016 Honda Civic started blowing warm air and within 24 hours I took it to my local Honda dealership and had it inspected. I was told that there were two trbs which may be related to the a/c system. After dealer inspection I was told that the mechanics noted leaks in both the condenser and the compressor shaft seal. The result of the leaks was that the these components would need to be replaced along with the a/c compressor. Unfortunately I was told that the extended warranties on both of these components (10 yr unlimited mileage) would not cover the compressor replacement despite the dealership telling me that the leaks likely caused the a/c compressor failure. Honda is acutely aware that these types of leaks will cause in ac component failures (condenser, compressor and evaporator) because the a/c systems are closed systems and complaints about the a/c system leaks, and their effects, are pervasive on online media forums and the auto community at large. In my case the leaks due to the failure of the condenser and compressor shaft seal resulted in the failure of a/c compressor. I have had the a/c system inspected by other Honda certified mechanic shops and all have expressed the causality between the failed components and the compressor catastrophic failure. The fact that Honda has issued "unlimited mileage" extended warranties on these 10th gen Civic compressor shaft seals and condensers expresses Honda's awareness that these components should not fail in the way they are doing so. Like any mechanical system perfection should not be the goal but when a manufacture is aware of a failure in its product it has the responsibility to make whole those harmed by its failures. Unfortunately customers, like me, who purchased Hondas because the brand's reliability and strong customer service appeal will have to look elsewhere unless Honda chooses to correct this clear and present issue across multiple vehicles in its lineup.

This car has given me the same repeating issues. Winter time the screen blinks blank. Ac issues because of the design. Feeling the car with my foot on the break at a red light makes me want to puke. And the big one the steering. After driving on the highway for a bit, I notice the steering has a sticky kind of groove it likes to be in. I have not found a solution to the problem. Safety-camera screen blinking but you're used to using it, could potentially hit something. Nausea in traffic not good for any one. Steering-trying to maintain a lane while the steering gets stuck to the left but the road is veering to the right, it's terrifying. The car has a mind of its own and only performs when it wants. . . No official dealer report. I don't believe there are any official reports in regards to my vehicle. There have been no lights or any kind of warning or messages about this. Ac was about a year into having the car. The screen happened first winter and every winter since. The sticky steering wheel has been like herpes for about the past 5 years. I just want to have nice things that work. Thank you for your time.

All engine lights flashed while driving, check engine light remained on after all others went off, emission system warning keeps prompting attention, and car just slowed to only 8 mph as I was driving down the road. Available for inspection any day. I had my 7 month old child in the backseat and almost got slammed in the back while going down the road as my car slowed abruptly as I was driving. Nothing was wrong prior, and I took it to a service department when I went for my oil change, but it was going to be very costly to just hook up for diagnostic testing. Car ran at normal speed after this incident, but engine sounds louder and rougher and check engine light and warnings are still present.

The contact owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that on numerous occasions while idled or driving at various speeds, she depressed the accelerator pedal however, the rpm’s increased and the engine revved however, the engine was delayed two to three minutes to engage. No warning lights was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was notified, and an appointment was schedule. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000.

The air conditioner does not blow cold air. The heating and fan work just fine, but no cool air. I was told by Honda that if it’s not because of the recall, that I would have to pay, and that just wasn’t feasible at the time.

This vehicle is having electrical problems due to rodents and the oil smells like gasoline.

Received recall notice on my vehicle per cylinder 2 & 3 misfiring. I brought my vehicle into service and I was told this recall did not apply to my vehicle as it was specific Civics that had this problem (with my VIN on this recall) Honda then took this notice and disposed of it. I received another recall for drivability of my vehicle, still nothing done. About a year later my car was in and out of Honda due to my check engine light being illuminated. This was the trend from at least October 30, 2021 to present time. When my vehicle was brought in due to the check engine light being illuminated and the vehicle juddering, Honda replaced the solenoid purge valve as it was misfiring ($147). October 29, 2021 preformed a transmission fluid service ($159. 95) and brake system fluid flush ($129. 87) which I never approved of as I have never done any flush on any of my vehicles. December 10, 2021 my car was loosing power while car had only been running for less than 5 minutes, then died out in the middle of the road. Had car towed to Honda for diagnostic once again. . They performed a valve adjustment and replaced the gasket cover ($408. 10). Which did not fix the problem but I was still responsible for the bill. Resulting in a “cracked engine” block per Honda’s diagnosis after all this extra work was put into my vehicle. I was giving a diagnosis of cylinders 2 and 3 being below specification (exact recall on vehicle, cylinders 2 and 2 under specification) resulting in the car needing a new engine, priced out to about $10,000 for a used engine and labor. Honda refuses to do anything about this problem.

The contact owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph the vehicle suddenly reduced in speed to about 5 mph. The vehicle's check engine warning light had illuminated . The contact returned the vehicle to the dealer who diagnosed that the catalytic converter had failed and that the inner cooler with gaskets were defective. The catalytic converter was replaced, however, the failure reoccurred. The contact had returned the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage 236,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light and attempting to drive through the light, the vehicle started to vibrate abnormally. The contact coasted into a parking lot, looked under the hood and became aware of fluid leak. The contact reached out to hendrick Honda bradenton (5515 14th st w, bradenton, FL 34207) and informed the dealer of the failure. The contact was informed that a tow truck was sent to tow the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission reservoir top detached under pressure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 197,001.

This car has the infamous 1. 5 liter turbocharged earth dreams engine from Honda. Even after the product update applied to the car on Jan 2019 while it was owned by the previous owner, it still has a high amount of oil dilution issue which will severely impact the car in the long run. Parking this car in a garage after a drive makes the whole garage smell like gas. And a point to note is that it's summer here in ohio now. After a fresh oil change right after I bought it and driving a mere distance of 50 miles already had dumped so much of gas into the engine that the dipstick had high oil level. Taking it to the dealership resulted no resolution as they insisted that it's normal. It's not normal to have that amount of gas in the engine so I strongly believe that Honda should make a recall on this car.

This vehicle has repeatedly been dying and having all of the error codes pop up while the car is running. We have had the car diagnosed and have been told there is nothing wrong by two different dealerships. However even when we are driving the car the car starts freaking out and losing power. We have verified that nothing is draining the battery and have had the battery tested twice. The battery must not be the problem but the electrical system is messing up so much that we are scared to drive it. I'm hoping by visiting the dealerships so many times that I will be able to file a lemon law vehicle and return the vehicle that was only purchased a few months ago.

About 3 weeks ago my a/c stopped working. It only blows out lukewarm or hot air on both the driver and passenger side. I have one much research being as the car is barely 4 years old and this should not be happening. It seems that Honda has faulty condenser and/or compressor.

Tried to start car (in walmart parking lot) after shopping. Wouldn't start. Instead, all systems warning lights came power steering, parking brake, brake failure, tpms, traction control system, hill assist system, abs system, etc. All these warnings kept cycling through on the dashboard when I tried to start car. Tow company came and jump started battery just to see if that would start car. It did! but warnings continued to cycle through all previously mentioned items while I drove car to mechanic. Did not turn car off till I got there for fear it would not start again.

Air compressor needed to be replaced at 26,000 miles and cost $1200 at the dealer. The a/c was blowing hot air. I live in florida so this is unacceptable and not safe for children or elderly. I have had the car since day one and religiously maintain and take care of the vehicle. The man at the dealer said the condenser is under extended warranty only to find out that it was the compressor. A quick online search shows that 2016 Honda Civics have massive numbers of both condenser and compressor failures, leaking freon into the atmosphere. This needs to be a recall on the part of Honda.

Ac system needs a new condensor and compressor due to leaking. . . . Car is not even 4 years old. . . This issue is ongoing and Honda has done nothing. . . . Not living up to reputation. . . This is my first and last Honda. I had to replace the battery in this car less than 3 years old and nothing was draining it. . . . This has been a pain in the butt experience. . . . I'm going back to toyoya. Honda refuses to deal with this ac issue that many of us are having when they are fully aware of it.

I recently purchased my 2016 Honda Civic ex sedan on February 5th, 2020. The ac almost immediately doesn't work and I think nothing of it because I have windows and then when I finally have time to take it to a shop to get checked out, they recharge the ac freon and when it runs it sounds like it's leaking a lot and I didn't think think of it until the ac no longer works after a day, I take it back and they say it all leaked out and to replace the compressor which is leaking it, they want to charge me $1800 and I don't have that kind of money so I've been going along with ac and its getting really hot in cali summer. I just think that's a huge environmental and safety issue and Honda America should definitely pay for it because I'm not the only one complaining, forums all over the states have people complaining about it and some people have even replaced their compressor 2 or 3 times(and payed for it themselves). This is an issue among all of the 10th gen Civic sedans and coupes. You may share all of my info with the manufacturer or all investigative parties for any reason they need if needed.

I purchased a 2016 Honda Civic for my son in 2016. I received a notice about ac problems this year. I contacted my son and asked him if he had problems with the a/c. He reported that it doesn't blow very much air and the air never gets cold. So I had him take to dealership. He was told that the recall for a/c affected only one part of the unit which they could fix under no cost. . . But they said that there was a huge hole in the air compressor and this was not covered. They quoted over $2,000 to replace air compressor. I found this hard to believe and researched to find out what causes a hole in the compressor that makes it beyond repair and the only information I could find were others having the same problem with 2016 Honda Civic faulty air compressors. Again when I tested it myself, it was not blowing cold air and sometimes not blowing air at all. Since I purchased vehicle, it seems like system was not fully capable of defrosting windows in front and back and figured the design was bad.