Name: 2013 Honda Civic
Brand: Honda

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

A/C compressor

"Air conditioning system had a complete breakdown & failure, the whole system needs to be replaced and it is an expensive cost. I've had major issues with the AC system for several years, and now it has completely failed."

Anonymous, FL (2013 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

"We bought the car in the fall. When we went to use the AC this summer, the air was not cool."

Anonymous, QC (2013 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

"Compressor died. More problems with headlights and daylight driving. Bulbs go out. Keep replacing them."

Anonymous A., IN (2013 Honda Civic LX)

Automatic climate control

"Heat on passenger side. Non on driver side"

Anonymous A., IN (2013 Honda Civic LX)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Other/unsure

"Had problems starting the car and it was determined that it needed a news starter"

Anonymous, MD (2013 Honda Civic EX)

"passenger rear suspension required installation of a part that would adjust to correct the wheel's angle. Wheel could not be balanced to manufacture's tolerance. Driver climbed a median in poor lighting during a rain storm."

Anonymous, KS (2013 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

"motor mount needed replaced"

Anonymous, OK (2013 Honda Civic LX)

Steering And Suspension

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Other steering/suspension problem

"Both rear stabilizer links failed and required replacement to pass inspection. Had never had this problems with prior Honda Civic or other prior cars. In addition, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System failed last year and it is too expensive to get it fixed on an older car."

Anonymous, NY (2013 Honda Civic LX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Tie rods

"This was, in my opinion, simply a matter of wear and tear and is somewhat expected based on the age and mileage of the car."

Anonymous A., ON (2013 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Wheel bearings

"Front end noise and vibration especially when cornering."

Anonymous, CT (2013 Honda Civic LX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

What Owners Say

Rotors

"Had to replace rotors after I continued driving on worn brakes."

Anonymous, CA (2013 Honda Civic LX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

"I was surprised how long the brakes lasted."

Anonymous A., TX (2013 Honda Civic HF 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Paint And Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

"paint deterioration"

Anonymous, QC (2013 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Rust

"Rust on bottom of passenger side doors. Continually gets worse."

Anonymous, OH (2013 Honda Civic EX-L)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

What Owners Say

CV joint

"My service mechanic alerted me to the need to get new cv joint(s) within the year so it was replaced at my next service which was about 9 months later."

Anonymous, BC (2013 Honda Civic)

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

What Owners Say

Electronic ignition

"Experienced severe power loss that made it completely unsafe to drive. Mechanic said one cylinder was not firing. Required replacement of ignition coils, spark plugs and wires. $2122 repair"

Anonymous, OH (2013 Honda Civic LX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

External music device interface (e.g., smart phone, MP3 player)

"About every two weeks or so, it reboots itself and then it works. Replacement cost $800 so I just live with it."

Anonymous, CA (2013 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Honda Civic

Reliability

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

Climate System

What Owners Say

Exhaust

What Owners Say

Steering And Suspension

What Owners Say

Brakes

What Owners Say

Paint And Trim

What Owners Say

Drive System

What Owners Say

Engine Electrical

What Owners Say

Electrical Accessories

What Owners Say

In-car Electronics

What Owners Say

Fuel System/Emissions

Engine Major

Transmission Major

Transmission Minor

Noises And Leaks

Engine Cooling

Engine Minor

Body Hardware

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