2019 Honda Civic Type R: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Honda Civic Type R: 2 recalls, 6 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #21V215000 · 2021 · 624,552 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura mdx, mdx sport hybrid, rdx, tlx, Honda accord, civic hatchback, insight, 2019 Acura ilx, Honda accord hybrid, civic coupe, civic coupe si, civic sedan, civic sedan si, civic type r, fit, hr-v, odyssey, passport, pilot and ridgeline, and 2018-2019 cr-v vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank May fail.
Why it matters: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #23V858000 · 2023 · 2,490,460 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda accord, civic coupe, civic sedan, civic hatchback, civic type r, cr-v, hr-v, ridgeline, odyssey, Acura ilx, mdx, mdx hybrid, rdx, rlx, tlx, 2019-2022 Honda insight, passport, 2020 Honda cr-v hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda clarity phev, fit, and 2015-2020 Honda accord hybrid, pilot, Acura nsx vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank May fail.
Why it matters: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel & propulsion (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel system (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2019 Honda Civic Type R has 6 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 8 Civic Type R model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 5). Complaints peaked in 2024 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 55,909 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (5 complaints, 2 recalls), 2020 (1 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Honda Civic Type R have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2019 Honda Civic Type R. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2019 Honda Civic Type R problems?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel & propulsion (3), fuel system (2), engine (1).
Where can I get a 2019 Honda Civic Type R repair manual?
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