2017 Honda Civic transmission & drivetrain problems

Related recalls

• Recall 17V706000Nov 9, 20175,404 vehicles
  POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

  Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles. The right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength.

  Risk: The improper heat treatment can result in the halfshaft breaking, preventing the engine from moving the vehicle, and can allow a possible roll away situation if the parking brake is not engaged. This can increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the halfshaft's serial number, replacing it as necessary and aligning the front wheels, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K0E.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 27, 2025NCSteeringTransmission & Drivetrain

   When driving at any speed, there is noticeable jerking in the power steering whenever making minor movements on the steering wheel. Rather than smoothly adjust the direction for the vehicle, this jerking will forcibly redirect the vehicle to move in the direction the steering wheel was turned. This results in the inability to smoothly drive straight and results in unpredictable jerking movements, which is a huge safety issue at high speeds. Similar recalls for this problem…

   NHTSA complaint #11690129 · source
2. Filed Jan 2, 2025CAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   We are experiencing a technical issue with the vehicle, which appears to be caused by a software or component error, rather than user error. This situation has led to the car starting unexpectedly and presenting challenges that could compromise safety while driving. Unfortunately, there has yet to be a recall or resolution communicated by the authorities.

   NHTSA complaint #11633785 · source
3. Filed Apr 3, 2024VATransmission & Drivetrain

   Sudden loss of acceleration. CVT Transmission failure. Vehicle has been single owner and properly maintained, only 72K miles on it. There have been no issues with the transmission up to this incident. Pulling out of a parking lot the car revved and seemed like it wasn't going into gear. Car came to a complete stop in the middle of the road and could not move in any gear. We had it towed to the garage and they confirmed that the transmission oil was completely burnt and that…

   NHTSA complaint #11580847 · source
4. Filed Aug 26, 2023MOTransmission & Drivetrain

   The passenger side CVC axle is too short and everything that it calls for is 36 in and 1/8 the original is 38 and 5/16 it don't make no sense I've been talking to everyone

   NHTSA complaint #11540957 · source
5. Filed Aug 18, 2023GATransmission & Drivetrain

   Suddenly loss of acceleration. Transmission failure. The vehicle is at Stonecrest Honda. If not for my quick action and low traffic this could have caused a serious accident had I been at highway speed in heavy traffic. Stone rest Honda has confirmed transmission failure. Only warning lamps were unrelated. Intermittent lamps for the brake system and O2 sensor. Both rarely come on. Have had codes ran multiple times no one is ever able to fix the O2 code even the Honda…

   NHTSA complaint #11539343 · source
6. 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
7. Filed Aug 12, 2022106,000 miTNTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2017 Honda Civic. The contact stated while pulling into the drive way, the vehicle stalled and the the steering wheel lost power steering. Several messages indicating a transmission, parking brake, hill assist, fuel gauge, steering, braking , traction control, charging system failures were displayed. The vehicle hit the garage door. The contact attempted to reverse but the gear shifter remained stuck into park (P) position. The contact manually disengaged…

   NHTSA complaint #11478990 · source
8. Filed Jun 16, 2022MSTransmission & Drivetrain

   The gear shift is loose. Not stable. With switch into a different mode with the slightest tap without having to have my foot on the brake or pushing the release button to move to a different gear.

   NHTSA complaint #11469566 · source
9. Filed Apr 14, 2022ALEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   I have oil dilution in my 2015 Honda Civic EX-T VIN [XXX]. Dealer performed the fixes. The Next time I had the oil sample checked it was worse. The oil smells like a weedeater. I am at 13.72% fuel in the oil. Very Rich. I live in Alabama where it is hot. I only drive long distances to and from work on the interstate. I need help. Honda is doing nothing. They are not telling the dealer anything or sharing any specs as acceptable percentage fuel in the oil. It is a coverup.…

   NHTSA complaint #11460707 · source
10. Filed Nov 15, 20215,877 miCATransmission & Drivetrain

    The contact owns a 2017 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for an oil change and the contact was informed by the service tech that there was a lubrication leak underneath the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The local dealer replaced the half-shaft to fix the failure. The contact stated that several months later the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer and the half-shaft was replaced 4 more times…

    NHTSA complaint #11440502 · source
11. Filed Apr 13, 2021CATransmission & Drivetrain

    Sudden body control module failure causes multiple, false warnings (while in motion and stationary) to light up such as brake system, steering, oil, battery, keyless remote system. Driver does not know if she/he should heed these warnings. This can be dangerous while driving. Car accessory mode would turn on by itself (while car is turned off and key is away from the vehicle) and drain out battery. Honda service technician found bcm faulty. Please refer to recall #: 20v-771…

    NHTSA complaint #11407962 · source
12. Filed Apr 1, 202130,000 miNMEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

    At cold start, the idling engine shakes the steering wheel, dashboard, and much of the cabin. It feels like a poorly seated motor mount. I've driven civics my whole life and have never felt a shake like this one. I took it to the local honda dealership and left it overnight in hopes of replicating the cold start. They could not reproduce the problem but i'm beginning to worry.

    NHTSA complaint #11406033 · 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