8.2
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
$489.00
Average Mileage:
22,817 miles
Total Complaints:
10 complaints
Most common solutions:
- rear suspension needs to be revised (4 reports)
- replace the tires (4 reports)
- not sure (2 reports)
wheels / hubs problem
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Honda dealer.
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2009Mar 30
Civic EX 1.8L
- Automatic transmission
- 19,884 miles
I purchased my 2007 Civic EX in February of 2007. Within 6 months this vehicle developed a vibration and howling/grinding noise in the rear end. My husband took it to the dealer and insisted that the vehicle had a wheel bearing problem. The dealer representative took it for a spin and insisted that there was not a problem and that Civics were a lower end vehicle so we had to expect a bit of road noise. From Dec. 2007 to Feb. 2008 it was so bad we drove our Caravan because we did not feel safe taking the Civic on the road.
At the end of February 08, because all motor vehicles are required to have an annual inspection in Nova Scotia, we took the Civic back to the dealer for it's annual inspection and, once again, expressed our anger about the noise and the fact that the tires would not pass the safety inspection at only16,000 km. At this point, the dealer advised us of a bulletin and said the rear control arms needed to be replaced and it would need an all wheel alignment; in addition to four new tires. We were expected to pay $267.69 towards the tire replacement and the dealer would cover the additional tire costs.
Several months later we were back complaining about the noise and vibration and we were told to turn to a certain radio frequency and that would help with the noise problem. Incredible!!!
Now, one year and another 16,000 km later, once again, we need ear plugs to drive in this vehicle and we need new tires. I find it incredible that at 32,000 km this vehicle is looking at its third set of tires!!! This is my first Honda and will be my last. I would not recommend this car to my worse enemy; in fact I have had the privilege of talking several people out of buying one. I thought Honda stood for quality and good service. I am truly disappointed in Honda; I thought by paying a few more dollars I was buying quality. I don't think so!!! It is hard on fuel, very noisy and expensive to keep on the road.
2009Jan 21
Civic SI
- Automatic transmission
- 23,000 miles
Honda denies any culpability for rear tires needing replacing every 15,000 miles. See you in court.
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2009Mar 02
Civic ES 1.8L Sohc
- Automatic transmission
- 18,500 miles
only 18,500 miles on my Civic, had it less than 18 months. I am the only owner. Already had to replace the tires. I have had other vehicles for years and the tires never had to be replaced this quickly. I find this to be an outrage, and strongly believe that Honda needs to address this issue. I have researched on the internet and found countless amounts of other owners stating the same exact issue. I do not drive crazy. I drive like an old man to get the best gas mileage possible. Oil changes and tire rotations done on schedule. There is no reason that thee tires should have worn so quickly, other than there being a defect in the tires.
2008Sep 22
Civic EX 1.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 24,000 miles
Rear tires wore out ( down past the wear marks ) on the inside rear only. When I brought it to the dealer, they were hesitant to pay for the new tires but I was told that they needed to replace the rear upper-control arms and adjustment bolts and that they ( Honda ) would pay for the new tires. Apparently there is a Service Bulletin on this problem.
2008Aug 28
Civic
- Automatic transmission
- 32,000 miles
My car is 1.5yrs old with 32,000 miles. The original back tires on my car lasted 20,000 miles. I noticed the tires were worn with almost no tread (the rear only). When I took it to Honda, I was told it was because the tires have not been rotated (which was BS). Since I did not have �proper documentation� of them being rotated, and was unaware of any recalls or issues with the vehicle, 2 new tires were purchased. These were placed on the front of the vehicle. Two months later, the tires that came from the front and placed in the back were worn just as bad. I then bought 2 more tires since I was told �they were low profile tires and they wear down faster�. 9,000 miles and 4 new tires later� the rear tires are bald again! After having some research gathered for me on Honda civic issues, I then took the info to Honda and they agreed that there was an issue regarding the rear tires and they would resolve the issue for me. They have corrected this issue for me but what about the next 2 tires I have to purchase immediately since mine have no tread?! I have paid $600.00 already since April and now have to pay another $300.00 more 5 months later!? 6 tires in the past 5 months seems a bit ridiculous. I feel that Honda owes me new tires with out any hassle~ wish me luck on this one.
For those of you having the same issue... take the bulletin to the dealer!
There is a known issue with the rear suspension on the Honda Civic (all models except Si). This issue is documented with the federal government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The following information is on the NHTSA website:
Make / Models : HONDA / CIVIC Model/Build Years : 2006-2007
Manufacturer : HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
Service Bulletin Number : 08-001 Date of Bulletin : FEB 08, 2008
NHTSA Item Number : 10024687
Component : SUSPENSION:REAR
Summary Description : UNEVEN OR RAPID REAR TIRE WEAR. *NJ
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I also found information on the internet indicating there might be a follow-up to the above report. The information below was posted. It looks legitimate, but there is no way to prove it. However, if Honda will provide a copy of the report, then it will be good ammunition to argue with.
TSB:
Applies To: 2006�07 Civic 2-Door � ALL Except Si and Honda Accessory HFP Package
2006�07 Civic 4-Door � ALL Except Si
2006�07 Civic Hybrid � ALL
�072008 Civic Hybrid � From VIN JHMFA3...8S000001 thru JHMFA3...8S010456
Uneven or Rapid Rear Tire Wear
(Supersedes 08-001, dated February 8, 2008, to update the information marked by the black
bars)
NOTE: To ensure a proper repair and proper
reimbursement, you must read this entire service
bulletin before doing any work.
SYMPTOM
The customer may complain of uneven or rapid rear
tire wear, a roaring noise from the rear, or a vibration at
highway speeds.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The combination of the tires and the rear suspension
geometry may cause rapid and uneven rear tire wear.
Tires in an advanced stage of this diagonal or inner
edge wear may cause vibration and/or a bad bearing
type noise. (For more details, see TIRE INSPECTION
AND QUALIFICATION on page 2).
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Install a rear upper control arm kit, replace the flange
bolts and the worn tires (see the Tire Replacement
Information chart on page 2), and do a four-wheel
alignment.
PARTS INFORMATION
Rear Upper Control Arm Kit:
P/N 04523-SNA-A00, H/C 8820698
Flange bolt (four required):
P/N 90397-SNA-A00, H/C 8481012
Flange bolt (two required):
P/N 90396-SNA-000, H/C 8178576
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2008Apr 15
Civic Hybrid Hybrid
- Automatic transmission
- 12,000 miles
Notice, Honda has a tech bulletin out for some months now and failed to notify customers that this is a problem. The bulletin replaces the failed or incorrectly installed upper control arms. The tires are worn out at 21,000 miles and are a safety concern which could fill someone if the rear tires wearing on the inside edge are not spotted before they blow out. The onboard dash service notice to rotate the tires came on at the 21,000 mile mark and I brought it in to have service done. My complaint to them was the tires are howling like a big rig and it's hard to hear inside the cab. If anyone is ready to start a class action lawsuit, i'm in!!! If you own a Hybrid or any 2007 civic with tire noise, see your dealer about the rear tire howling before you get a blow out and possibly get into a accident.
2008Apr 15
Civic LX 1.8L
- Manual transmission
- 22,600 miles
When I went to rotate my tires on my Honda Civic I noticed that the inside portions of the rear tires were very worn in places with sort of cupping shapes where there was no tread left at all. I went to the Honda dealer and they sent me to another place that sells tires to have this fixed. I had to have my rear wheels realigned and then had to buy all new tires. I believe Honda's generally have had good reliability ratings but this was completely unacceptable in my opinion. I have since been told this is a problem on these cars and I would honestly advise anyone not to buy one of these for this reason.
2008Jan 15
Civic EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 17,183 miles
I AM WAITING ON HONDA TO COME UP WITH A SOLUTION FOR THE PROBLEM
I WAS TOLD BY A SERVICE REP THAT HONDA WOULD REPLACE THE TIRES
BUT I DON'T HAVE THAT IN WRITING ONLY THING I HAVE IN WRITING IS
WAITING FOR HONDA TO COME UP WITH A SOLUTION FOR THE PROBLEM.
THIS IS VERY NAGGING WHEN I GET UP TO 55MPH. THE CAR VIBRATES. I
I TRIED TO GET A LOANER VEHICLE BUT WAS DENIED. I PURCHASED THE CAR NEW.
2007Nov 11
(reported on)Civic LX
- Automatic transmission
- 40,000 miles
The car is brand new and, although we use it to commute as all our other cars we expected the tires to last about a year. We thought at first it was because of the mileage or because it was not aligned properly. But now our dealer is telling us that there were several car owners of the same year and model that have come to them with the same issues. They think it might be the suspension and they will let American Honda Co. know about it because of the number of customers that had the same issues.
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2009Apr 14
Civic EX 1.8L 4 cyl
I purchased my Honda Civic 07 EX new and have been fairly happy with it until the last couple of thousand miles. I heard as some have reported a rumbling in the rear of the vehicle that sounded like I was driving a truck (a bad one) and after having thought I was just hearing things and my wife not thinking anything was out of the ordinary, I decided to research it on the internet and discovered a whole bunch of people with my problem. I took it to the dealer and rode with a tech and told him about the service bulletin for the upper control arms and wheel bearings. They were quite nice and agreed to replace both at no cost to me and prorate the tires. Then I just discovered they only have agreed to replace 2 of the 4 so I am still in negotiation to get all 4 replaced since all 4 were on the rear for several thousand miles.
I don't recommend purchasing this car as even the tech noted this car has a negative camber on the rear wheels and I don't think even the new control arms are going to prevent premature wear. I formerly had a 1985 Prelude SI and absolutely loved Honda, but I regret to say I will be checking into my trade in value at the local Toyota dealer when this piece is fixed! Kudos's so far to my dealer for handling most of this correctly, but shame on Honda for not admitting to this horrendous costly problem to the consumer. I hope they are publicly criticized and shamed for this crime perpetrated on consumers.
jbthrower72
Lubbock, TX, USA
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