2017 Honda Civic brakes problems

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 28, 2026FLBrakesElectrical System

   I was sitting in my car with it turned off. About 1.5 minutes after it being off the electric parking brake engaged, which is not normal and I wasn’t parked on a hill. I turned on my car after hearing the E-brake engage. The dash board showed “Electric Parking Brake Problem” & the E-Brake dashboard display was flashing as well(I have a video but video is not an option for uploading). The alert magically disappeared as well.

   NHTSA complaint #11767614 · source
2. Filed Sep 25, 2026NCBrakesElectrical System

   The car failed to turn on and the brake pedal froze in a locked position. The warning lights flashed on the dash indicating a system failure of the brakes. This is a known safety issue with this vehicle but not acknowledged by the manufacturer.

   NHTSA complaint #11767039 · source
3. Filed Oct 27, 2025102,192 miTXBrakesEngineSteering

   The contact owns a 2017 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the Electronic Power Steering, Evaporative Emission Control System, Check Engine, and Antilock Braking System lights were illuminated; however, the contact had not experienced any failures or malfunctions while operating the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,192.

   NHTSA complaint #11695724 · source
4. Filed Jul 29, 202577,646 miCABrakes

   The contact owns a 2017 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a loud screeching sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact depressed the brake pedal and the screeching sound stopped. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 77,646.

   NHTSA complaint #11677017 · source
5. Filed May 15, 2025MDBrakes

   The issue I’m having is that the break red light in the orange brake system just appears randomly without me activating the break. on one occasion I parked the car without seeing any of those signals, then upon me coming out of the store, both signals appeared on the dashboard. my car was stuck in break four hours. After continuously, activating the electronic brake and inactivating it I was able to drive home. I am currently driving day two with both signals flashing on my…

   NHTSA complaint #11661150 · source
6. Filed Aug 21, 202315,000 miNVBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechSteering

   The contact owns a 2017 Honda Civic. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The vehicle stability assist (VSA), the electric power steering (EPS), the TPMS and the brake warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that he turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle operated as needed. The warning lights were no longer illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 50-65 MPH, the vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11539775 · source
7. Filed May 29, 2023CACrashFire1 injuredTowedAirbagsBrakes

   Airbags deployed in an accident (minimal impact/superficial damage) & deeply lacerated my right thumb. No warning lamps or symptoms of the problem prior. Car to be inspected by insurance claim adjuster & available for inspection.

   NHTSA complaint #11524300 · source
8. Filed Dec 5, 202290,000 miPATowedBrakesTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2017 Honda Civic. The contact stated that after she started the vehicle, the gear shifter failed to shift into neutral. The contact stated that the parking brake warning light was illuminated; however, the parking brake was not engaged. The contact then stated that the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the parking brake needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11496075 · source
9. Filed Sep 6, 2022WICrashBrakes

   Brakes keep failing. Replaced with OEM parts twice in the last 10months because Honda says it isn't an issue they cover and no active recalls for any parts or components

   NHTSA complaint #11483047 · source
10. Filed May 22, 2022NYCrash1 injuredTowedAirbagsBrakes

    My brakes stopped working, resulting in a car crash. My airbags never went off and I sustained injuries to my head, neck,and, back.

    NHTSA complaint #11465638 · source
11. Filed Apr 16, 2022PRBrakes

    The car have only 21,000 millas and the brake lihgt is on.The dealer said that is a high risk situation.The dealer (Triangle Honda 65) have my car since one week ago.They said thathe problem is that Master Cilinder and the Power Set malfuntioning.The said that i donth any warranty.Replace the brake parts is very costly.My car si almost new and hace a few milleage.I beleive that is a possible new recall.The parte áre availeble for inspection upon request.

    NHTSA complaint #11461010 · source
12. Filed Apr 12, 2022PRBrakes

    I have a Honda Civic 2017 .I left the car un the dealer tiday because the car have "break system issues".Is almost a new car and already hace problema whit the poster bbrake system.How is possible?

    NHTSA complaint #11460610 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology