The 1992 Honda Civic has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 191,289 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 113 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.
A RETAINING CLIP THAT CONNECTS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE TO THE SHIFT LEVER ACTUATING ROD CAN HAVE INSUFFICIENT RETENTION PRESSURE AND MAY EVENTUALLY COME OFF AFTER REPEATED SHIFT LEVER OPERATION. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE POSITION OF THE SHIFT LEVER MAY NOT MATCH THE ACTUAL TRANSMISSION GEAR POSITION.
THIS COULD RESULT IN UNANTICIPATED VEHICLE MOVEMENT AND ACCIDENT.
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED RETAINING CLIP.
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“Tl* the contact owns a 1992 honda civic. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start after being parked and turned off for approximately 20 minutes. After repeated attempts, the contact was able to start the vehicle. The failure had since recurred every time the vehicle was operated. An…”
“I was in a car accident on 9/7/09. I was injured, and had to be taken to shock trauma. My seat belt was on but did not work, and because it didn't work I received a severe head injury as well as neck and back problems, and constant headaches. *tr”
“Tl*the contact owns a 1992 honda civic. Three months after new tires were purchased, the contact noticed that the front driver's side tires would sporadically lose tire pressure. The risk of a crash was increased. She took the vehicle to the dealer and had the tires replaced with the same brand.…”
“1. I do not know what events lead up to this failure. 2. Ignition key cannot be removed approx. 90% of the time. (car is in park.) this problem developed about two years ago. Have to leave the key in the ignition which can cause a problem with my insurance company if the car is stolen. 3.…”
“1. I do not know what events lead up to this failure. 2. Ignition key cannot be removed approx. 90% of the time. (car is in park.) this problem developed about two years ago. Have to leave the key in the ignition which can cause a problem with my insurance company if the car is stolen. 3.…”
“Tl*the contact owns a 1992 honda civic lx. The vehicle has cooper trendsetter se tires, size p175/70r13. While driving 45 mph, the contact noticed a flat on the front passenger side tire. He took the tire in for inspection and the mechanic could not locate any punctures or dents. Nevertheless, the…”
“Dt: the contact stated the engine would start and then stall immediately. This happened twice. He found the ignition switch was not making contact. He replaced the ignition switch himself. The vehicle is working correctly at this time. *ak”
“My husband was driving my 1992 civic ex 4 dr sedan on interstate 95 northbound on 9/8/05. He had the a/c on and all windows and moonroof closed. He heard a loud "pop" and then heard wind noise. A passing motorist signaled to him to look up, opened the sun shade, and realized the entire glass…”
THE PETITION ALLEGES THAT IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR FAILURE COULD CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE OR A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 1992 Honda Civic as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.