2007 Honda Civic Hybrid engine problems

Filed Sep 18, 2018 · Engine · 79,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda civic hybrid. While the contact's wife was driving 5 MPH, the contact made a left turn and depressed the accelerator pedal when the integrated motor assist (ima) warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle seized. The vehicle was taken to south tacoma honda (7802 s tacoma way, tacoma, wa 98409, 253‑472‑2300) where it was diagnosed that the ima battery failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was advised to call the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.

Filed Jan 12, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 125,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda civic hybrid. The contact stated that "integrated motor assist system compromise" displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to honda motorwerks (500 4th st s, la crosse, wi 54601, (888) 434-6632) where it was diagnosed with an internal battery failure that needed replacement. The battery was not replaced due to cost, but the contact was advised that the vehicle was still able to operate using the hybrid system or fuel. The contact stated that using the hybrid system was fine during the summer, but during the winter months, due to colder temperatures and shorter daylight hours, the vehicle would lose power without warning. The contact stated that it was a known issue that the internal battery degrades over time and failed to keep a longer charge. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided case number: 06581479. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

Filed Sep 12, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 76,081 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda civic hybrid. The contact stated that the el-1 iam battery was not working and the service engine and several unknown warning indicators were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to prescott honda (3291 willow creek rd, prescott az, 86301) where it was diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 76,081.

Filed Jul 12, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 169,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda civic hybrid. While driving 65 MPH, the ABS, power steering, and integrated motor assist warning indicators illuminated. In addition, the radio lights blinked, the air conditioner turned off, the power steering became loose, and the engine stalled. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and had it towed home. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted at 800‑999‑1009 and stated that the vehicle had too many miles and the contact was not the original owner. The failure mileage was 169,000.

Filed Aug 3, 2016 · Acceleration, Electrical · 140,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda civic hybrid. The contact stated that the ima battery failed, the vehicle was slow to accelerate, and the low beam headlights failed to illuminate. In addition, the ima warning light flashed and the service engine light dimmed. One mechanic provided testing and a second mechanic also inspected and diagnosed the failures, but was unable to provide a repair solution. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for further diagnostic testing. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Jul 25, 2016 · Acceleration, Brakes · 90,000 miles · PA · crash

Tl* the contact owned a 2007 honda civic hybrid. While driving approximately 72 MPH with the cruise control activated, the contact attempted to deactivate it, but the vehicle accelerated to 100 MPH on its own. The brakes failed to stop the vehicle. The contact crashed into the concrete barrier on the rear driver side of the vehicle. The vehicle spun 360 degrees and crashed into the concrete barrier on the front passenger side. The front and rear passenger side air bags deployed. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000. Updated 08/12/16*lj

Filed Sep 19, 2014 · Engine · 120,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda civic hybrid. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The failure occurred on three occasions. The dealer stated that the integrated motor assist needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Jul 23, 2013 · Engine · 78,000 miles · OR

My wife was driving our 2007 honda civic and I was in the passenger seat. We were in traffic, on the freeway, slowing down due to cars stopped in front of us. When traffic started moving again she attempted to speed up, but the car lost power. She pushed the accelerator further and further until it was floored, but the car had little to no power. The car barely made it across two lanes to the side of the freeway. We barely made it off the freeway to a parking area. The car could reach speeds of only 5-10 MPH even with the accelerator pushed to the floor. There were still two bars indicating battery power for the ima engine. This is the second time I lost power with this car, but the most dangerous because it was during rush hour on the freeway with lots of traffic. The previous time I lost power I was trying to go up a hill and the car failed to proceed and I had to back the car down the hill and park it.

Filed Oct 24, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · CA

On sept 15, '12, I was taking my son and his friend over to his coach's house for a football party. I attempted to drive up the coach's driveway but at approximately the halfway point, my honda civic hybrid stopped moving forward although the accelerator was pushed to the floor. I had the two nine year old kids exit the vehicle but it still did not move forward. I slowly backed down the driveway and attempted to accelerate up the driveway again, this time with a running start. Again, my honda civic hybrid did not make it up the driveway. I estimate the driveway to be at a 30% angle, not steep but definitely not flat. Again I slowly backed down the driveway after having the cars behind me move out of my way. I parked at the bottom of the driveway and walked up the hill, not something you expect to do when you spend a lot of money for a vehicle. On october 3, 2012, I had a certified honda dealership examine the car as I suspected the ima battery was faulty. The dealer stated I did need a new 12 volt battery and I had the battery replaced. The dealer stated that while the ima battery is not giving out full power it is at an acceptable level. The dealer stated that honda refuses to replace any ima battery unless it completely fails and they have seen several civic hybrids with the same problem. My concern is the acceleration and loss of power becomes a major safety issue on the highways and hills. I have three young kids and do not feel safe with them in the car. I have all service documentation and am willing to let investigators examine and drive my vehicle. Also, I can provide the address of the driveway, the vehicle was unable to make it up. Please look into this issue as this loss of power creates a safety issue for my family.

Filed Apr 22, 2012 · Acceleration, Electrical · MD

I purchased the car new in december 2007 and was initially pleased. Unfortunately, the performance of the vehicle has decreased significantly, apparently due to a software update installed by honda on august 2010 (see service bulletin 10-034). Honda states that the software update was intended to extend the life of the hybrid battery but is silent about the obvious adverse impact on gas mileage, power, and emissions. The hybrid integrated motor assist (ima) assist is operating erratically such that when trying to accelerate (e.g., when merging onto an interstate or passing on a highway) the car may have the expected response or a very limited response from the unassisted 1.3 liter engine. Just last week when I was merging onto an interstate one time the ima did not provide any assist and I was concerned due to the fast approaching traffic. I never know whether the car will have the expected acceleration. The ima behavior can vary from minute to minute while driving even under the same conditions. Has dot and the federal safety agency studied a 2007 civic hybrid after the software update was applied? *tr .. Updated 08-27-12 *bf updated 08/27/12 updated 10/02/12