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3.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
46,563 miles

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1999 Honda Civic electrical problems

electrical problem

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1999 Honda Civic Owner Comments (Page 1 of 3)

problem #41

Feb 012015

Civic

  • 196,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 1999 Honda Civic. While driving at approximately 5 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred everyday when driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 196,000.

- Germantown, MD, USA

problem #40

Feb 012012

Civic 4-cyl

  • 210,000 miles
It began I think in February 2012 going down the highway. My 1999 Honda Civic turned off then back on which jerked the car. It did not do it again until weeks later. Then it would begin to actually turn off while driver without warning. But then again it would only do it a time or 2.... then not for several weeks later (which by then I had forgotten about it). It did this on and off for the rest of 2012.... but would always start right back up.... even putting it in neutral while moving and starting it..... then putting it back in gear without hardly slowing down. But the last few months, especially in July (2013).... it began cutting off more often and would be harder to start. So I decided to have it checked and it was the ignition switch. I had it repaired because it was definitely becoming a hazard to myself and others. My car was not part of the recall in 2002 for the ignition switch (NHTSA # 02V120000). I see online there are many more instances of this part failing and would like to see my car added to the recall list and possibly reimbursed for the cost of repair.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

problem #39

Dec 012012

Civic 4-cyl

  • 105,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure happened numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where a diagnostic was performed. The failure was located at the ignition switch. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 02V120000 (electrical system: Ignition: Switch). The approximate failure and current mileage was 105,000. Updated 01/05/13 updated 2/8/2013 updated 2/7/13 updated 02/21/2013 status update 03/20/13

- Fresno , CA, USA

problem #38

Jan 252012

Civic

  • 13,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 1999 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact shifted the vehicle into neutral and coasted to the side of the road. The contact restarted the vehicle and the vehicle functioned normally. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times later. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection but informed the contact that the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure. The manufacturer advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 02V120000 (electrical system:ignition:switch) and provided no further assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 13,000. Updated 7/26/12

- Overton, TX, USA

problem #37

Oct 042011

Civic 4-cyl

  • 190,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 30 mph. The vehicle would not restart until the contact first removed the key from the ignition. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The failure had since recurred on an intermittent basis. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 02V120000 (electrical system:ignition:switch). The failure mileage was 190,000. Updated 11/16/11 updated 11/18/11

- Avon, CT, USA

problem #36

Jul 152009

Civic

  • 162,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Honda Civic. While driving approximately 40 mph on normal road conditions the engine stalled without warning. The driver coasted onto the emergency lane the vehicle restarted and resumed normal operation. The failures occurred twelve different times. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on two separate occasions for the identical failures. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 02V120000 (electrical system:ignition:switch; however, the VIN was excluded from the recall defect. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction. The failure mileage was 162,000. Updated 03/04/10.

- Glen Burnie, MD, USA

problem #35

Oct 232009

Civic

  • 149,569 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 1999 Honda Civic. While driving the vehicle would stall. He contacted the dealer in reference to recall# 02V120000 (electrical system:ignition:switch). He was advised that since his vehicle identification number was excluded from the recall he was ineligible for a free remedy. The failure mileage was 149,569.

- Chillicothe, IL, USA

problem #34

Oct 232007

Civic 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Electrical system ignition switch.

- Gainesville, GA, USA

problem #33

Apr 012007

Civic 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 73,200 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Honda Civic ls. While driving 30 mph, the engine failed without warning. In April of 2007, the contact stated that the engine failed intermittently, but would restart. In may of 2007, it began to fail more regularly. The contact stated that there is safety recall # 02V120000 (electrical system:ignition:switch) for this vehicle. The engine size was unknown. The current mileage is 73,900 and failure mileage was 73,200. The consumer provided documentation from the all data website pertaining to the defect on her vehicle. The consumer has also provided a repair invoice and would like to reimbursed for the repair. Updated 07/06/07

- Bridgeport , CT, USA

problem #32

Mar 082007

Civic 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 104,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Honda Civic dx. The contact called regarding recall # 02V120000 concerning the electrical system: Switch. The contact stated that the vsteering became difficult, the brakes failed, and the engine shut off while driving at any speed. The failure occurred everyday. The recall stated that the ignition switch was the source of the failure, . therefore, the contact ordered an ignition switch to be replaced on the vehicle. The current failure mileage is 112,000 and failure mileage was 104,000.

- Brecksville, OH, USA

problem #31

Jul 262006

Civic 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 58,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Key is stuck in the ignition recall id 02V120000 dated 13 May 2002 seems to apply but dealer refuses to fix saying the VIN disqualifies.

- Maineville, OH, USA

problem #30

Mar 132006

Civic 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 64,300 miles
: the contact stated the vehicle is difficult to start and stalls without warning. There is a NHTSA recall, # 02V120000, regarding the electrical system ignition switch. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.

- Fortuna, CA, USA

problem #29

Nov 012005

Civic

  • miles
1999 Honda Civic engine shut off while driving. The consumer was told his vehicle year had an ignition switch recall. When the consumer arrived at the dealer, he was then told his vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. After inspecting the vehicle, the consumer was informed there was nothing wrong with the ignition switch and they suggested replacing the plugs. After having the plugs replaced, the vehicle stalled 2 more times. The consumer took the vehicle back to the dealership and it was determined that the ignition switch was the problem. The ignition switch was replaced with the exact same kind as the one that was being recalled.

- Mansfield, OH, USA

problem #28

Nov 092005

Civic 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 167,000 miles
The contact states there is NHTSA recall campaign 02V120000 concerning ignition switch. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but I it S not included in the recall due to VIN. The contact repaired the vehicle at his own expense.

- Mansfield, OH, USA

problem #27

Nov 022005

Civic 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 61,000 miles
1999 Honda Civic dealer fixed problem for stalling, ignition switch. Also had same problem as NHTSA#05V025000 ignition key can be removed when car is not in park. Honda dealer charged me $350 to fix this problem.

- West Islip, NY, USA

problem #26

Mar 152005

Civic 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 110,000 miles
Never notified of problem, electrical system:ignition

- Whittier, CA, USA

problem #25

Jan 242005

Civic 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 82,500 miles
1999 Honda Civic ex yesterday, my car died on me three times while I was driving on the road. It just stopped as I was driving. My car made it to my mechanic this morning, but it was scary not knowing when the car would suddenly died. The oil, battery, fuel pump, and alternator were all working properly at the time of the incidents. What I just learned from your site was that my car had an ignition switch recall, which Honda failed to notify me about such danger. Had I been on the freeway, I could have been in a serious accident. I wished someone would contact Honda immediately and have them sent out notices to those who still have not had their ignition switch changed because like your site indicated, it could cause a sudden crash. Thank you.

- San Francisco, CA, USA

problem #24

Jun 282004

Civic 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 90,000 miles
The vehicle experienced the symptoms and consequences described in the ignition switch recall 02V-120000 but the VIN isn't included in the recall.

- Troy, NY, USA

problem #23

Jul 102004

Civic

  • Automatic transmission
  • 60,500 miles
Engine shut down when driving on the highway as well as in local traffic. Ignition switch was replaced on a recall several years ago. No warning was given before shutting down.

- Stamford, CT, USA

problem #22

Mar 202003

(reported on)

Civic

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The vehicle was recalled for a faulty ignition switch. The vehicles after market alarm had to be disconnected in order for the recall to be performed. After the repair, the dealer charged the consumer to have the alarm reconnected. The consumer requested reimbursement but was denied.

- Pacifica, CA, USA

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