Table 1 shows one common power train related problems of the 2026 Honda Civic.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems |
I bought a 2026 Honda Civic. About two days after receiving the car while driving the car I felt a shaking while driving mostly around 30-40 mph. Also when I put my foot on the gas sometimes there is a hesitation before I start to move and when I do start moving it’s like getting launched on a rocket. Many times while driving I get a shutter, the whole car would lerch forward even while driving it felt like the car was lerching forward. I brought the car to the dealer and had them look at the car, I explained everything I was feeling. They had the car for hours and when I got the car back they said they had two different mechanics look at the car and they said they test drove it and couldn’t replicate the problem. But when I got in the car just after the test drove it, I absolutely still had the problem. I brought the car back to the dealer a couple of weeks later and talked to the assistant service manager and he said that could be that the transmission is learning how I drive. I feel Honda is covering up a problem with the cvt transmission. There is so much information online about problems with the cvt transmission and Honda just tells me it’s normal for the car to act that way. I do not feel safe driving this car. I was hoping that your department could please investigate this situation.
Vehicle: 2026 Honda Civic sport hatchback VIN: [xxx] mileage at time of complaint: 1,500 miles description of problem: the vehicle jerks/shudders when turning at low rpm. This occurs consistently during low-speed maneuvers such as parking lot turns and slow cornering. The issue is repeatable and has been present since purchase. Multiple passengers have independently noticed and remarked on the issue. The vehicle has not yet been seen by a dealer. When it occurs: low-speed turns, low rpm frequency: consistent/repeatable injuries or accidents: none to date I am reporting this issue as it may represent a safety concern and to ensure it is documented for investigation. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).