1996 Honda Civic

17 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 1996 Honda Civic

Official recalls have been issued for the 1996 Honda Civic by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Honda service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Honda customer service.

  1. RECALL: Air Bag Inflators May Rupture Or Underinflate Bag

    In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 17, 2020
    Vehicles Affected
    1,439,841

  2. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Replacement Headlamps/Amber Reflector

    Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 11, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    42,540

  4. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Aftermarket Combination Lamps

    Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 07, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    16,270

  5. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Headlamps/Missing Amber Side Reflectors

    Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 11, 2008
    Vehicles Affected
    1,921

  6. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflectors

    Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 17, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    4,029

  7. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflectors

    Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 29, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    87,745

  8. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflex Reflectors

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 24, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    27,176

  9. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Headlamp/Amber Side Reflex Reflectors

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 22, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    1,215

  10. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflex Reflector

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 15, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    1,648

  11. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Headlamp/Amber Side Reflex Reflectors

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 08, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    724

  12. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflex Reflectors

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 18, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    845

  13. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflex Reflectors

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 23, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    61,944

  14. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Headlamp/Amber Side Reflex Reflectors

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 21, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    1,450

  15. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Headlamp/Amber Side Reflex Reflector

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 13, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    292,000

  16. RECALL: Honda/Throttle Cable

    It may feel like the car is not responding properly when traveling at low speeds and are required to move the accelerator pedal to make slight speed adjustments... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 24, 1999
    Vehicles Affected

  17. RECALL: Honda/Accessory Floor Mats

    The floor mat could prevent the accelerator pedal from returning to the idle position. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 10, 1999
    Vehicles Affected
    943,005

  18. RECALL: Honda/Brakes:Hydraulic:Power Assist:Check Valve

    This condition can cause a loss of the brake's power assist resulting in a reduction in braking performance increasing the potential for a vehicle accident. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 18, 1996
    Vehicles Affected
    160,689

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