2005 HONDA CIVIC Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2005 Honda Civic. This model year has 314 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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Worst 2005 Honda Civic Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbag Malfunctions
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2005 Honda Civic. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 127 | 53 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 36 | 3 | 2 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 33 | 2 | 3 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 26 | 1 | 3 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 25 | 6 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 25 | 8 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 19 | 5 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 16 | 2 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 13 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 12 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Tire Issues | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 7 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 6 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Gasoline | 6 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Showing 314 most recent complaints
Pushrods going through engine and shredding bottom half of motor. I know many 05 Honda civic owners who have had the same issues
The air bag light came on in April of 2022 indicating that the air bag will not deploy in the event of a car accident. We took the car to the Honda dealership and the mechanic diagnosed it as a bad seat-belt tensioner and confirmed that the part is under warranty by American Hond…
Hagerstown Honda is 80 plus miles away from my house. My ignition failed which is a very common problem in that generation of all Honda vehicles. My ignition failed and I had it replaced by a local mechanic with genuine Honda parts. All dealerships including Honda run a monopoly …
- Sensor in seatbelt, causing airbags not to deploy (airbag light is on) -Since the airbags will not deploy, this is a danger -The dealer, Avalon Honda, confirmed that replacement of this part is warrantied for life by Honda. They are willing to replace it at no cost but the par…
I took my car to Balise Honda in West Warwick, RI for the recall Tikata air bags. The light went off after repaired. However light then came on for Code 9-3. Seatbelt driver. A part for metal part of belt has been ordered a month ago and can't get answer and I am now due for …
185/70 R14 88T SL BSW Tire blew out while driving on the highway. Caused the vehicle to come to a stop and the vehicle was rear-ended. The driver lost consciousness and was taken to the ER. Injuries included TBI and multiple lacerations (possibly due to airbag deployment issu…
I purchased this car from a Honda dealership used for over 7 thousand dollars in 2021 it's a 2005 car with known issues. I drove it for less than 2 months before it overheated without an indication by the gauge that it was overheating and blew a head gasket. It was acting funny b…
The car runs good but will not stay in 2nd gear this is the 2nd manual transmission the factory did the same then tran#2 did the same now had replaced for 3rd time and this one's doing the same thing.
This car had not been driven or started in 36 hours. it was sitting at the end of my driveway . there were no vehicles near it or close to any traffic. i noticed a black smoke coming from rear seat/trunk area of drivers side. This is where the batteries were located..I called fir…
In 2019 Honda came out to fix the air bag recall. I never had problems with the air bag light coming on until after they fixed the air bag. The air bag light stays on all the time along with a check engine light. Also I’ve had to replace the whole transmission in 2019. In 2018 my…
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V370000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time …
My mother in law was driving on a 5 lane highway and pulled out of a driveway onto the road and was attempting to make a right merge to make a right turn traveling about 10-15 mph as she was engaged in a left hand entry onto road and was about 90% complete in her maneuver and was…
Hood safety latches both failed, causing hood to slam into windshield breaking windshield & denting hood. Various electrical issue, battery issue. Alternator issues that haven been tested to be working but don't work in car. Coolant system loses pressure & over heats, no leaks, n…
The contact's grandson owns a 2005 Honda Civic. The contact stated her grandson was driving at approximately 70 mph when he dozed off and crashed into another vehicle. The contact and her husband were driving in front of the grandson's vehicle and the contact's husband witnessed …
Air bag light came on due to cable reel (clockspring) failure. I called Honda and they said I would have to pay for repair and dealer said $450 cost. I bought cable reel at NAPA auto parts for $146 and installed it myself but air bag light stays on. I researched technical service…
The contact owns a 2005 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving 50 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed and ceased with the RPM level rising. The vehicle then loss motive power. The contact was awaiting a tow to the dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The …
The contact owns a 2005 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V501000 (Air Bags) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not informed of …
THE MANUFACTURER FAILED OR WASN'T ABLE TO REMEDY THE SAFETY RECALL ON MY VEHICLE IN A TIMELY MANNER
I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE I HYDROPLANED AND WENT HEAD ON WITH A TREE YET MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY
THE AIR BAG WHITE HAS BEEN ON FOR SO LONG AND I DIDN'T KNOW THERE WAS A RECALL I SIDESWIPED A CAR IT WAS NOT MY FAULT THE OTHER NIGHT AND THE AIRBAG DIDN'T DEPLOY AND I BUMPED MY HEAD
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2005 Honda Civic.
Recalls for 2005 Honda Civic
15 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2005 Honda Civic. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2005 Honda Civic — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2005 Honda Civic reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2005 Honda Civic has 314 NHTSA owner complaints, 74 crash-related, and 15 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Airbag Malfunctions (127 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Honda Civic?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (127 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (36 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (33 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Honda Civic?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2005 Honda Civic?▾
The 2005 Honda Civic has 74 crash-related complaints and 9 fire reports out of 314 total NHTSA complaints. 70 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2005 Honda Civic have any recalls?▾
Yes — 15 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2005 Honda Civic. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2005 Honda Civic?▾
The 2005 Honda Civic has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Airbag Malfunctions issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Honda Civic reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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