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Honda Civic Gx problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Civic Gx from 2001 to 2011: 15 owner complaints and 38 recalls across 11 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (3), 2009 (3), 2005 (2).

Honda Civic Gx
Photo: IFCAR · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Airbags6
Engine3
Body & structure2
Speed control / throttle1
Electrical1
Wheels1
Fuel & propulsion1
Suspension1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200150–
200250–
200351–
200451–
200532–
200623–
200722–
200831–
200933–
201031–
201121–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Honda Civic Gx?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (3), 2009 (3), 2005 (2).

How many recalls has the Honda Civic Gx had?

Across 2001–2011, NHTSA lists 38 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).