2015 Honda Civic: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Honda Civic: 1 recall, 380 owner complaints and up to 33 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #15V574000 · 2015 · 143,676 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation May result in damage to the transmission drive pulley shaft.
Why it matters: If the transmission drive pulley shaft is damaged, it May break, and the vehicle May lose acceleration or the front wheels May lock up while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 23 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (176): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (50), warning light on (43), noise or vibration (36).
- Airbags (58): the most common themes are fails to deploy (15), warning light on (15).
- Other / unknown (58): the most common themes are noise or vibration (10).
- Engine (31): the most common themes are noise or vibration (7), warning light on (7).
The 2015 Honda Civic has 380 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 37 Civic model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 432). Complaints peaked in 2022 (51 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 50,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (293 complaints, 2 recalls), 2016 (1081 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 37 | 33 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 37 | 32 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 35 | 31 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Honda Civic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2015 Honda Civic. 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 2015 Honda Civic problems?
Owners have filed 380 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (176), airbags (58), other / unknown (58).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Honda Civic get?
EPA ratings run up to 33 mpg combined (1.8 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Honda Civic repair manual?
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