2006
Honda
Civic
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197 hp @ 7800 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
197 hp
Horsepower
139 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
6-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency6.8 - 10.2 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity50.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
326 L
Cargo
1,085 mm
Front Legroom
770 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
ABS Brakes
Monitoring
Security
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
14 ft6.8"
4.44m
Width
5 ft8.9"
1.75m
Height
4 ft7"
1.4m
Wheelbase
8 ft8.3"
2.65m
Gallery
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Colors
Express yourself.
Taffeta White
#EAEAEA
Royal Blue Pearl
#2F374E
Alabaster Silver Metallic
#CBCDCC
Atomic Blue Metallic
#284766
Nighthawk Black Pearl
#000000
Galaxy Gray Metallic
#6E6D69
Magnetic Pearl
#474A51
Opal Silver Blue Metallic
#A6CAF0
Shoreline Mist Metallic
#D6C7B4
Rallye Red
#9F0E05
Fiji Blue Pearl
#11367A
Habanero Red Pearl
#860208
Tango Red Pearl
#650F1A
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
1401 complaints reported to NHTSA
1401
Total Reports
78
Crashes
68
Injuries
21
Fires
Most Common Issues
ENGINE
227
VISIBILITY
210
SUSPENSION
203
AIR BAGS
180
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
151
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
100
Recent Reports
ODI #11695574
Oct 25, 2025
ENGINE
cracked engine block leaking coolant. Honda says it's not covered after the extended warranty expired. The issue starts happening in many vehicles after 100K miles and my car started seeing the issue at 135K miles . Dealer will not help, Honda of America won't help. this needs to turn into a recall please. Honda must reimburse or have the crack fixed.
Incident: Sep 2, 2025VIN: 2HGFA165X6H***
ODI #11673094
Jul 12, 2025
ENGINE
- What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? My 2006 Honda Civic engine overheated. Upon diagnosis it was found that radiator coolant had leaked out due to cracks in the engine block (short block). Engine malfunction. - How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? My teenage son drives this car and initially he did not notice coolant leak. Engine can stop working while driving on a freeway (seized engine) which is a very serious safety risk. - Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes, local Honda dealer confirmed the problem and pointed me to a service bulletin 10-048 from American Honda [XXX] ) that noted this exact manufacturing defect. American Honda had provided extended warranty to allay customer fears at the time but without a recall. - Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? It was inspected by a Honda dealer, Tracy Honda at California. It was also inspected by another local auto shop and had the same finding. I am attaching those documents. - Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No warning signs. The issue was first observed on [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Incident: Jun 29, 2025VIN: 1HGFA16896L***
ODI #11653066
Apr 6, 2025
STEERINGSUSPENSIONELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LEFT FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM RIGHT FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM LEFT FRONT STRUT ASSEMBLY RIGHT FRONT STRUT ASSEMBLY POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK ENGINE OIL LEAK GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED REAR BRAKE LIGHT FAILED STARTER FAILED ALTERNATOR FAILED AIR FILTER GETS CLOGGED PREMATURELY POWER STEERING PUMP HOSES CRACKED AND LEAKED POWER STEERING AIR PRESSURE HOSES CRACKED AND LEAKED POWER STEERING INTAKE HOSE CRACKED AND LEAKED POWER STEERING RETURN HOSE CRACKED AND LEAKED MASTER WINDOW POWER SWITCH ON DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WENT OUT AND HAD TO BE REPLACED REAR BRAKE LIGHT WENT OUT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED SO MANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR THAT ARE V VERY COSTLY AND KNOWN MANUFACTURING DEFECTS AT HONDA CORP AIR BAGS WERE FAULTY AND CONTAINED METAL FRAGMENTS THAT COULD KILL OCCUPANTS BECAUSE THEY PUNCTURE A PERSON'S HEART AND KILL THEM INSTANTLY IF THEY GET INTO AN ACCIDENT WITH UNRECALLED AIR BAGS MANY PEOPLE HAVE DIED FROM UNREPAIRED RECALLS ON THE AIR BAGS BECAUSE OF THE METAL FRAGMENTS PUNCTURING THEIR HEARTS CAUSING THEM INSTANT DEATH OR DEATH AFTER FIVE MINUTES MANY CHP OFFICERS HAVE TOLD ME THEY HAVE SEEN TOO MANY DEATHS FROM THE AIRBAGS BEING UNREPAIRED AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON EVEN AFTER HONDA REPAIRED THE AIR BAG ON PASSENGER SIDE A FEW YEARS AGO ON A RECALL LIGHTING- ON THE INSIDE OF THE CAR TO ENTRY LIGHT ON THE RIGHT HAND WENT OUT WINDOW WIPERS GO OUT OFTEN AND COST ALOT OF MONEY WINDOW WIPER CONTAINER/RESERVOIR FAILED SUSPENSION SHOCKS AND STRUTS GONE ALIGNMENT TIRES CUPPING AND UNEVEN WEAR AND TEAR AND TREAD LUG NUTS AND WHEEL STUDS FAILED AND CAUSED THE TIRE TO FALL OFF THE AXLE AND FLEW INTO TRAFFIC CAUSING A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION INSIDE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE WINDOW VISORS FAILED IMMOBILIZER FAILED AND MADE THE CAR ALARM KEEP GOING OFF WITHOUT STOPPING FOR THREE DAYS CAR BATTERIES PREMATURELY FAIL MULTIPLE TIMES STARTER FAILED MULTIPLE TIMES ALTERNATOR FAILED MULTIPLE TIMES SPARK PLUGS FAILED MULTIPLE TIMES EMERGENCY BRAKE CAME OUT FROM THE HOUSING TRUNK LIGHT
Incident: Apr 1, 2017VIN: 2HGFG12816H***
ODI #11621406
Oct 22, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I.M.A reads a d check engine
Incident: Oct 1, 2024VIN: JHMFA36266S***
ODI #11618671
Oct 8, 2024
ENGINE
There's crack in the engine block, my car out of no wear started over heating we thought it was the water pump then we took it in to get it look at and turn out there's cracks on the engine block
Incident: Sep 21, 2024VIN: 1HGFA16536L***
ODI #11597522
Jun 28, 2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I have a 2006 Honda Civic GX compressed natural gas vehicle. The problem with the vehicle is the compressed natural gas cylinder that holds the fuel. The cylinders are only certified for a period of time 15 or 20 years. After that the cylinders are considered expired and must be replaced. Once they are expired, they cannot be recertified. The problem I encountered is a complete lack of knowledge of proper maintenance procedures even by Honda dealers that are certified to work on natural gas vehicles (NGV). See Honda Service Bulletin 06-015 1998-2015 Civic GX All and US Dept of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center - CNG Fuel System and Tank Maintenance. From the time I bought the vehicle in 2006 until 2024 I regularly took it to a certified Honda NGV service dealer. At no time did they perform any required NGV safety checks. My issue is that there may be many of these vehicles on the roads still that pose a real safety risk to the owner and public if the NGV fuel systems have not been properly maintained. I brought this safety issue up to the Honda dealer and Honda Motor Company and both declined to take any measures to alert current NGV owners or Honda certified NGV service dealers. If expired cylinders are still in service, they are at risk of exploding and causing significant damage and injury.
Incident: Feb 6, 2024VIN: 1HGFA46576L***
ODI #11589296
May 17, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact was informed by a driver that her brake lights were not operating as needed. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed, but the brake lights were repaired. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted, and the brake lights failed to operate as designed. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Incident: May 17, 2024VIN: 2HGFG12696H***
ODI #11558376
Dec 4, 2023
Crash2 injured
AIR BAGS
The contact owned a 2006 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while the husband was idling behind a bus, a second vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed crashed into the rear end of the vehicle. The impact of the rear-end crash pushed the vehicle into the rear of the bus causing severe damage to the vehicle's front end. During the crash, the air bags did not deploy and the seatbelts on both the driver's and front passenger's side had malfunctioned and did not properly secure the occupants. The driver sustained bruising of the chest and torso. The front passenger sustained a head injury. No medical treatment was immediately required. The vehicle was destroyed. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed to a local service center. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 170,000.
Incident: Dec 2, 2023VIN: 1HGFA16516L***
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