2015 HONDA CIVIC Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Honda Civic. This model year has 374 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2015 Honda Civic Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Uncategorized Issues
Airbag Malfunctions
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Honda Civic. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 175 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 58 | 5 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 55 | 20 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 32 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 27 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 20 | 4 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 20 | 6 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 16 | 2 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 14 | 3 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 13 | 3 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 8 | 3 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 5 | 4 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2015 Honda Civic. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 374 most recent complaints
I had purchased the vehicle from a private seller. It had an SRS light on at the time I purchased it. The code reader indicated high resistance to the driver airbag. While trying to change the clock spring, I removed the drivers airbag from the steering wheel and found that the w…
Vehicle battery drains while vehicle not in use. Have replaced the battery twice, and replaced alternator. Problem persists. When this began, it coincided with the car's door lock feature unlocking the vehicle upon approach, within about five feet, without pressing the fob. Also…
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering. The driver pulled over to the side of the road and parked the vehicle. Upon shifting to drive(D) or to reverse(R), the vehicle failed t…
Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 63,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 248,000.
My steering computer is bad. The steering wheel goes the opposite way. I’ve taken it to the dealership and they’re saying that the computer software and the whole computer needs to be replaced and affects how the way the car steers and is aligned.
Transmission drive belt snapped while driving. Took it to Honda dealer to diagnose, they found it to be the drive belt that snapped in the cvt transmission. There was a recall involving the same year make and model (2015 honda civic) however my car wasn't part of the recall even …
No warning lights or symptoms prior to issue. Driving on the highway and vehicle suddenly started revving like it was in neutral, failing to accelerate, then died on the side of the highway.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after purchasing the vehicle. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was approximately 76,000. It was later discovered that the mileage on the …
The transmission blew, despite only having 90,000 miles
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Answer: The transmission is slipping or malfunctioning when driving the car, specifically when accelerating. Yes, it is available for inspection upon request. How was your safety o…
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle suddenly came to a stop. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to exceed 35 MPH, and the contact pulled over. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to …
I was in a car accident, I rear ended a vehicle. The other vehicle was stopped, I did not break at all and ran into them. My airbags did not deploy & there was substantial damage to my vehicle (deemed totaled by insurance assessor). My safety was put at risk as I sustained whipla…
Exact problem was recalled for same year for 143,000 vehicles but my VIN was not in the recall. I was diving and vehicle made a loud noise and all the sudden stopped accelerating. It was like my car was in neutral. Put my car in park when I stopped and car started rolling backw…
The salespeople are very unprofessional and don’t take the wellbeing and safety of their customers or the surrounding public seriously. My husband and I went to Stark to test drive a couple of their cars. The first car that we test drove the Honda Civic should have been properly …
On on my dashboard due to a faulty malfunction in my ABS module that can only be done at Honda dealership and has to be removed only by Honda and sent off for Honda to rebuild and then sent back for them only to replace Seems ridiculous to pay $3000 for this when it's all over th…
Failed tramission.
Had to have transmission replaced at 114,000 miles in 2023 in June of 2024 warning on screen flashing multiple warnings hillside assist,power steering and Abs turned car off and wouldn't restart. Took to mechanic and they said it was faulty start button was replacef and in June …
2015 HONDA CIVIC WITH AROUND 87,000 MILES HAD TRANSMISSION FAILURE. CAR STARTED SHAKING WHILE DRIVING AND THEN STOPPED MOVING. CAR WAS PROPERLY MAINTAINED
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. Upon attempting to shift the vehicle into park, the contact observed …
Airbag light came on intermittently. Had module and something else replaced by McCarthy Honda in Overland Park, KS.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2015 Honda Civic.
Recalls for 2015 Honda Civic
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2015 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.
2015 Honda Civic — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2015 Honda Civic reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2015 Honda Civic has 374 NHTSA owner complaints, 35 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (175 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Honda Civic?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (175 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (58 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (55 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Honda Civic?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2015 Honda Civic?▾
The 2015 Honda Civic has 35 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 374 total NHTSA complaints. 22 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2015 Honda Civic have any recalls?▾
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2015 Honda Civic. The largest issue: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2015 Honda Civic?▾
The 2015 Honda Civic has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain 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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