2007 Honda Civic: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2007 Honda Civic? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 1,203 complaints, with Suspension Failures as the top reported area.
2007 Honda Civic Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 5 2007 Honda Civic trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 5 trims analysed.
2007 Honda Civic Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program3 variants tested — showing 2007 Honda Civic GX (CNG) 4-DR. w/SABOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2007 Honda Civic has 1,203 owner complaints, 48 crash-related complaints, and 9 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Suspension Failures. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- Civic
- Model year
- 2007
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 1,203
- Crash-related complaints
- 48
- Safety recall campaigns
- 9
- Top reported component
- Suspension Failures
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 29
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 25 / 36
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- No
Most Common 2007 Honda Civic Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Suspension Failures
Engine Problems
Visibility
Complaint patterns center on Suspension Failures, Engine Problems, Visibility. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2007 Honda Civic?
The 2007 Honda Civic shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2007 Honda Civic
Inspection Focus
- Inspect suspension components, especially struts and control arms, for wear or damage.
- Check for engine-related issues such as excessive oil consumption or unusual noises.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, as there are 9 recalls for this model year.
- Request service records to see if previous owners addressed common complaints.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect suspension components, especially struts and control arms, for wear or damage.
- Check for engine-related issues such as excessive oil consumption or unusual noises.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, as there are 9 recalls for this model year.
- Request service records to see if previous owners addressed common complaints.
- Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on reported problem areas.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2007 Honda Civic, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 1203 NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Honda Civic, the most frequently reported issues involve suspension failures and engine problems, each with over 240 complaints. Visibility and airbag malfunctions are also notable concerns. However, the data is consumer-submitted and does not confirm a manufacturing defect.
- Suspension failures account for 246 complaints, the highest count among all components.
- Engine problems are reported 244 times, nearly as frequent as suspension issues.
- Visibility issues are cited in 176 complaints, indicating a potential pattern.
- Suspension failures are the most common complaint, with 246 reports.
- Engine problems are a close second, with 244 complaints.
- Airbag malfunctions are reported 156 times, a significant concern.
All 2007 Honda Civic Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Honda Civic. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Failures | 246 | 4 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 244 | 3 | 5 | — | |
| Visibility | 176 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 156 | 26 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 103 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Tire Issues | 74 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 70 | 3 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 67 | — | 2 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 55 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 43 | 8 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 42 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 37 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 28 | 6 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 26 | 2 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 24 | 4 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 24 | 2 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 16 | 2 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 14 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Other/I Am Not Sure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Honda Civic. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I financed a 2007 Honda Civic on July 30 2025, this car has a faulty fuel pump from Roseville car group. There is no check engine light on, this just appeared this afternoon Aug 2nd 2025.
About a month ago, I brought my vehicle to a Honda-specialized shop, which has been servicing Hondas exclusively for over 30 years, due to a power steering issue. During the inspection, they informed me that my car is covered under a service bulletin (1048 or 10 048) related to a…
Coolant leaking out looked at engine block it is leaking from there started to overheating
Engine block cracked causing coolant leak as confirmed by an ase mechanic. A replacement engine is needed at a cost of $5k-6k. I’m [XXX] old and can’t afford the cost. honda customer service was called and they said it was my responsibility to fix their manufacturing engine defe…
In the manual it does not show how to use a pool noodle/towel to help with car seats install
At just over 130K miles, we have a cracked engine block.
Cracked engine block to the front, lower passenger sideof the engine block behind of the catalytic converter. Issue unknowingly began when commuting on the freeway until car was left parked for an hour. Coolant had puddled under the car in that time and upon inspection noted drie…
Engine Block Cracked. Coolant all leaked out of water jacket. (concurrent with TSB 10-048) Yes it is available for inspection. Car Over Heated, while traveling at speed. Manufacturer is denying inspection. No warning lamps, or lights.
Transmission issue Started from no where, I keep my car maintained all the time, making sure of oil, other maintenance. Even exterior cleaning. After checking with many places and online they mentioned it’s the 3rd clutch for the transmission. I have the same issue after driving…
Transmission issue reported and the mechanic was surprised bc the car was running very well and I maintain it all the times. Engine light was on as well as the D was blinking Green at the time. Very Safety concerns when the car does have this issues, the car can’t shift to next s…
cracked engine block
The engine block is cracked and is available for inspection upon request. My safety is put at risk when my car overheats regularly. The problem has been confirmed by an independent service center. The vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police or insurance represe…
UNKNOWN. This has been an ongoing problem for years. I finally retired and had enough time to trace it down Water was getting on the floor of my car on passenger side after substantial rainfall. Extended shoulder harness webbing as far as it would go and found webbing soaking we…
2007 Honda Civic with cracked engine block. Problem is well documented yet concealed. Honda knows the car was possibly defective but issued no recall
Honda put out a warranty extension of ten years for certain Civic models for a known casting issue that led to a cracked engine block. Rather than issuing a recall, they settled some law suits and did a warranty extension. I recently purchased a 2007 Civic from a relative who was…
Engine block failure leaking coolant in cylinders 3 and 4. According to Honda Civic forums, this is a common problem with the 2006-2009 Honda civics.
CRACKED ENGINE BLOCK
Both sun visors (driver and passenger) fail to stay in their position, resulting in them rotating down, CREATING A SAFETY HAZARD; OBSTRUCTING VISIBILITY THRU FRONT WINDSHIELD. Additionally because the visors don't stay in their position, they hang down creating AN IMMEDIATE SAF…
Block engine started leaking coolant all of a sudden car never overheated.This happen while I was driving in freeway all I saw was smoke coming from under my hood.i had quite a few a cars in my life and I never seen a block engine just leaking coolant from 2 places in the front a…
I have a 2007 Honda Civic with 129K miles. 5/27/2022: First, we had a leak on drivers side and had to replace the steering rack, tie rod ends, hoses which cost $3K. Exactly a month later, my car started leaking from the passenger side. They stated the engine block is cracked and …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Honda Civic.
2007 Honda Civic Recalls
9 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Honda Civic. 9 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2007 Honda Civic Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2007 Honda Civic reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 1,203 owner complaints, 48 crash-related complaints, and 9 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2007 Honda Civic shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Honda Civic?▾
#1: Suspension Failures (246 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (244 complaints). #3: Visibility (176 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Honda Civic?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Honda Civic?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Honda Civic, NHTSA complaints include 48 crash-related reports and 9 fire reports out of 1,203 total complaints. 71 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Honda Civic have any recalls?▾
Yes. 9 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Honda Civic. A major recall area is AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. 9 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2007 Honda Civic?▾
The 2007 Honda Civic shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Suspension Failures during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
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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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.