wheels / hubs problem
9.2
really awfulTypical Repair Cost:
$495.00
Average Mileage:
24,757 miles
Number of complaints:
5 complaints
Most common solutions:
- rear suspension needs to be revised (2 reports)
- replace the tires (2 reports)
- not sure (1 reports)
Helpful Websites About 2007 Honda Civic rear tires wear prematurely
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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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2008Aug 28
Civic
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
Katie M.
Sanford, NC, USA
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