1992 Honda Civic Problems: 5 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

Campaign #20V02600017/01/2020

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Campaign #08E05000011/08/2008

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Campaign #06E06000029/06/2006

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Campaign #09E02500011/05/2009

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Campaign #09E01200007/04/2009

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Honda Civic problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1992-1992 Honda Civic has 5 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Internal distributor failure (ignitor/ICM, coil, and oil-seal leak) causing misfire and hot no-start, Timing belt neglect destroys interference D-series engine, PGM-FI main relay solder-joint failure causes hot no-start / intermittent stall. Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Honda Civic reliable?

The 1992-1992 Honda Civic has 5 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 3 issues are rated critical: Internal distributor failure (ignitor/ICM, coil, and oil-seal leak) causing misfire and hot no-start and Timing belt neglect destroys interference D-series engine and PGM-FI main relay solder-joint failure causes hot no-start / intermittent stall. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Honda Civic problems?

Repair costs for known Honda Civic issues range from $40 to $3,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Internal distributor failure (ignitor/ICM, coil, and oil-seal leak) causing misfire and hot no-start, typically costs $80-$600 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 1992-1999 Honda Civic Internal distributor failure (ignitor/ICM, coil, and oil-seal leak) causing misfire and hot no-start?

1990s Civics use a distributor housing the ignition coil, ignitor/ICM, and pickup sensors. The ignitor commonly fails (the coil rarely does), producing intermittent hot no-start and misfires. A separate frequent problem is the internal distributor oil seal leaking, which lets oil… Repairs typically run $80-$600. Severity: high.

What is the 1992-1999 Honda Civic Timing belt neglect destroys interference D-series engine?

All 1990s Civic D-series engines are interference designs and use a rubber timing belt. Honda's interval is 90,000 miles / 72 months on 90-96 cars and 105,000 miles / 84 months on 97+ cars (shorter in extreme climates). Because it's an interference engine, a belt that snaps from… Repairs typically run $400-$2,500. Severity: high.

What is the 1992-1999 Honda Civic PGM-FI main relay solder-joint failure causes hot no-start / intermittent stall?

The under-dash PGM-FI main relay powers the ECU and fuel pump. On 1990s Civics the internal circuit-board solder joints crack from years of heat-cycling, opening the connection when the relay is hot. This is the single most notorious electrical failure on the EG/EK-generation Civ… Repairs typically run $40-$200. Severity: high.

What is the 1992-1999 Honda Civic Distributor Internal Oil Seal Leak (D15/D16 Engines)?

The internal oil seal and rotor shaft bearing inside the Honda-built distributor (TEC/PDM) fail over time, allowing engine oil to seep past the seal and contaminate the distributor cap, rotor, and ignition coil. Once oil reaches the cap interior, it shorts the secondary ignition,… Repairs typically run $80-$450. Severity: medium.

What is the 1992-1999 Honda Civic Rear quarter-panel, wheel-well, and rocker-panel rust-through?

Despite Honda's reliability reputation, 1990s Civics are well known for structural corrosion. Poor rear-quarter ventilation (a single driver-side vent) traps condensation inside the rear quarter panels; it drips into the wheel-well lip and inner rocker, rusting from the inside ou… Repairs typically run $400-$3,000. Severity: medium.

1992 Honda Civic Problems: 5 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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1992-1999 Honda Civic: Internal distributor failure (ignitor/ICM, coil, and oil-seal leak) causing misfire and hot no-start#

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Honda Civic problems?

Is the Honda Civic reliable?

How much does it cost to fix common Honda Civic problems?

What is the 1992-1999 Honda Civic Internal distributor failure (ignitor/ICM, coil, and oil-seal leak) causing misfire and hot no-start?

What is the 1992-1999 Honda Civic Timing belt neglect destroys interference D-series engine?

What is the 1992-1999 Honda Civic PGM-FI main relay solder-joint failure causes hot no-start / intermittent stall?

What is the 1992-1999 Honda Civic Distributor Internal Oil Seal Leak (D15/D16 Engines)?

What is the 1992-1999 Honda Civic Rear quarter-panel, wheel-well, and rocker-panel rust-through?