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 independent mechanic examined the vehicle on several occasions and replaced the distributor twice. The contact also replaced the battery. The failure continued. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 205,105.
The worst 1992 Honda Civic problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Electrical28
- Airbags17
- Seat belts9
- Brakes7
- Tires7
- Engine6
- Steering5
- Transmission5
- Visibility5
- Body4
- Locks4
- Seats3
- Acceleration2
- Fuel system1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 Honda Civic
Recalls 1
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- This could result in unanticipated vehicle movement and accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an improved retaining clip.
Recall number 94V063000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1992 Honda Civic
Defect investigations
Ignition distributor
The petition alleges that ignition distributor failure could cause a vehicle fire or a traffic accident
DP00007
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Honda Civic 16
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Audio unit and navigation system anti-theft codes available on interactive network
- Audio, anti-theft codes
- Heater blower motor gets hot or blows a fuse
- Subject regarding customer complaints that the engine hesitates briefly when accelerating
- Customers may complain of a brief hesitation when accelerating at high engine speeds
- Concerns with a clunk or squeak from the rear suspension when going over rough or bumpy roads
- Information regarding water leakage during a car wash
- Experiencing a clunk from the rear suspension when going over rough or bumpy roads
- Information on replacing the automatic transmission housing
- Problems with head gasket leaks
1992 Honda Civic fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4‑cyl | FWD | 26-39 | 33-49 | 29-43 |
| 1.6L 4‑cyl | FWD | 23-25 | 31-33 | 26-28 |
What 1992 Honda Civic owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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. Mechanics are unable to determine what is causing this to happen.
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.
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. Several months after the tire replacement, the failure recurred. The cause of the failure has not yet been determined. The VIN, tire information, and dot number were unknown. The failure mileage was 3,000.
Please describe events leading up to the failure, failure and its consequences, and what was done to correct the failure; I.e, parts repaired or replaced (and if old part is available) do not include any personal information in your description such as names, email address, or phone number.
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 tire was repaired. Last week, the contact took the tires to get inspected and rotated and was informed that nothing was wrong. A few days after the inspection, the tire became flat again. The vehicle was taken to sears auto center who also could find no failures with the tire. Sears filled the tire with air. The contact feels that the tires are unsafe and plans on having them replaced. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage is 153,657 and failure mileage was 152,057.
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.
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 moonroof was gone!! The car was purchased by me brand new and is in immaculate mechanical and structural condition. It has never been involved in an automobile accident. I contacted honda and explained what happened. They told me to take it to the nearest dealer to be inspected. I had no problems whatsoever with the moonroof. No leaks, no unusual noise, it opened and closed without hesitation. The car received regular maintenance. I am grateful that no one was behind my husband or someone could have easily been killed. Honda accepts no responsibility for this. When I asked what I should have looked for to know that there was a potential problem with my moonroof, they could not give me an answer.
Dt:recall campaign 94v063000 concerning automatic transmission failure. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN although this vehicle had the same problem as listed the recall. Vehicle had a 90 day warranty at purchase, but the dealer refused to fix it.
While driving my 1992 honda civic on interstate freeway and city streets, I have experienced immediate engine stalling with no warning.
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Questions about the 1992 Honda Civic
Is the 1992 Honda Civic reliable?
Owners have filed 98 complaints about the 1992 Honda Civic, fewer than a typical Civic model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Honda Civic?
Electrical system, with 28 complaints. Next is airbags (17).
How many recalls does the 1992 Honda Civic have?
1 recall, covering power train.
What year does the Honda Civic have the most electrical problems?
The Honda Civic model years with the most electrical complaints are 2016 (119 complaints), 1999 (118 complaints) and 2017 (104 complaints).
Is there a class action lawsuit over the Honda Civic?
Yes. Class action says Honda and Acura keyless entry makes cars easy to steal and asks for theft protection (November 12, 2026).
What gas mileage does the 1992 Honda Civic get?
Official estimates for the 1992 Honda Civic range from 26 to 43 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 26-39 city and 33-49 highway.
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