1999 Honda Civic vs 2001 Honda Civic
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Honda Civic | 2001 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 338 | 1,079 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 144 | 424 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 61 | 147 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–30 | 28–31 |
| Median reported mileage | 122,000 mi | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Civic | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 35 | 403 |
| Air Bags | 58 | 310 |
| Electrical System | 118 | 59 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 30 | 64 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 62 |
| Suspension | 8 | 52 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 16 | 37 |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 41 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 65 | 66 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 66 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 20 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 16 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 37 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 20 |
1999 Honda Civic
2001 Honda Civic
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.