1990 Honda Civic problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Electrical System:ignition (10) · Seat Belts (9) · Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly (8)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
Compared against other Honda Civic model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (7)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Equipment 2004-05-01 · 05012004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
audio unit and navigation system anti-theft codes available on interactive network. *nm
Equipment:electrical:anti-Theft Devices 2004-04-16 · 404 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
audio, anti-theft codes. honda. tech line summary. *tt
Suspension:rear 2001-12-11 · 00006 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
concerns with a clunk or squeak from the rear suspension when going over rough or bumpy roads. *tt
Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap 2001-09-01 · 010901 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
information regarding cam-on fuel fill cap failures during smog check. *yh
Suspension:rear 2000-03-28 · 00006 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
experiencing a clunk from the rear suspension when going over rough or bumpy roads. *tt
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 1997-11-10 · 97111097047 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
problems with head gasket leaks. *yc
Showing the 6 most recent of 7 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.