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2013 Honda Civic Problems

What owners have reported about the 2013 Honda Civic, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Is the 2013 Honda Civic a good year?

It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 319 complaints with NHTSA, the 11th most of 19 Civic model years. The most reported problems involve the airbags, brakes and electrical system.

319 complaints 0 recalls 11th worst of 19 Civic years

Top 2013 Honda Civic problems

1

Airbag problems

114 complaints (36%) name the airbags, most often the driver clockspring / spiral cassette.

Complaints 114 · Usually at 38,000–81,000 miles

2

Brake problems

39 complaints (12%) name the brakes, most often the ABS warning light.

Complaints 39 · Usually at 5,000–44,000 miles

3

Electrical problems

39 complaints (12%) name the electrical system, most often the horn and ignition.

Complaints 39 · Usually at 21,000–80,000 miles

4

Steering problems

38 complaints (12%) name the steering.

Complaints 38 · Usually at 12,000–64,000 miles

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Airbags 36%
Brakes 12%
Electrical 12%
Steering 12%
Unknown or Other 9%
Body 7%
Engine 7%
Transmission 7%
Acceleration 6%
Fuel System 5%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (181 of 319). The amber line is the middle value, about 29,000 miles.

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2013 Honda Civic recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Honda Civic.

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Civic years to avoid

Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.

2016 Civic 1,082
2008 Civic 916
2022 Civic 884
2018 Civic 745
2017 Civic 600
2012 Civic 456
2019 Civic 437
2010 Civic 397
2009 Civic 395
2015 Civic 381
2013 Civic 319
2014 Civic 293
2023 Civic 256
2020 Civic 228
2011 Civic 169
2021 Civic 145
2024 Civic 124
2025 Civic 75
2026 Civic 31

2013 Honda Civic problems by system

Airbags (114)

Common questions

Is the 2013 Honda Civic a reliable year?

It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 319 complaints with NHTSA, the 11th most of 19 Civic model years. The most reported problems involve the airbags, brakes and electrical system.

What are the most common 2013 Honda Civic problems?

Owners most often report problems with the airbags, brakes, electrical system and steering. 114 complaints (36%) name the airbags, most often the driver clockspring / spiral cassette.

At what mileage do 2013 Honda Civic airbags problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 38,000–81,000 miles, with a middle value near 60,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2013 Honda Civic have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.

Should I buy a used 2013 Honda Civic?

Ask for service records covering the airbags and compare with the 2026, 2025 and 2024 models, which have the fewest complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.