2019 Honda Civic VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2019 Honda Civic has good reliability. There are 2 recalls and 356 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Honda Civic. Severity signals include 23 crash-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Steering (80), Fuel System, Gasoline (61), Fuel Propulsion System (48).
Civic reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2019 Honda Civic issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Steering80
- Fuel System, Gasoline61
- Fuel Propulsion System48
- Unknown Or Other34
- Electrical System28
- Service Brakes18
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2019 Honda Civic
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Test steering for stickiness at highway speeds
- Check for fuel system recall completion and test for stalling
- Inspect air conditioning system for cooling effectiveness
- Verify proper operation of automatic emergency braking system
- Check for any unusual engine noises or performance issues
- Confirm clutch and transmission function smoothly
- Ensure airbags deploy correctly in a controlled test environment
2019 Civic recalls (3)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2019 Civic. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 21V215000Mar 25, 2021
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 20V314000May 28, 2020
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 23V858000Dec 18, 2023
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Used-market value
2019 Honda Civic resale snapshot
Listing benchmarks establish a market range; trim, mileage, condition, title history and prior damage determine what one vehicle is worth.
2019 Honda Civic on the road
325,650 2019 Honda Civic units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2019 Honda Civic stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2019 Honda Civic
With a 94/100 score against an 81/100 segment average, the 2019 Honda Civic rates well above its peers for overall reliability. As year four of its generation, the data aligns with a model that shows strong consistency rather than broad instability. Recall activity is limited, which supports a low disruption profile at the fleet level.
Complaint patterns aren’t evenly spread across the vehicle. Reports cluster most heavily around steering and fuel-related systems, with additional but smaller concentrations in electrical and uncategorized items. That mix suggests the risk, where it exists, is more system-specific than vehicle-wide.
Overall, the data supports a low buyer risk level with attention centered on a few concentrated areas.
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2019 Honda Civic — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Honda Civic reliable?
With a 94/100 score against an 81/100 segment average, the 2019 Honda Civic rates well above its peers for overall reliability. As year four of its generation, the data aligns with a model that shows strong consistency rather than broad instability. Recall activity is limited, which supports a low disruption profile at the fleet level.
How many recalls does the 2019 Honda Civic have?
3 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2019 Honda Civic. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2019 Honda Civic problems?
The most-reported 2019 Honda Civic problem areas are: Steering (80), Fuel System, Gasoline (61), Fuel Propulsion System (48).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2019 Honda Civic?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2019 Honda Civic, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.