Honda Civic Type R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 40 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Honda Civic Type R, across 8 model years (2017–2025). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is steering.
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Honda Civic Type R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Civic Type R year: 2021. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2021 Civic Type R: 11 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2023 Civic Type R: 9 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2019 Civic Type R: 6 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2020 Civic Type R: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2024 Civic Type R: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2017 Civic Type R: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Honda Civic Type R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 9 | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda Civic Type R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Civic Type R | 4 | 1 | — | Steering | |
| 2024 Civic Type R | 1 | 1 | — | Visibility/wiper | |
| 2023 Civic Type R | 9 | 2 | — | Steering | |
| 2021 Civic Type R | 11 | 2 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 Civic Type R | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2019 Civic Type R | 6 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2018 Civic Type R | 6 | 2 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2017 Civic Type R | 2 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda Civic Type R years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2021 (11) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Civic Type R year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Honda Civic Type R?
Steering, with 9 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda Civic Type R have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.