On april 20, 2007, I wrecked my civic on the freeway when the car in front of me suddenly hit their brakes, and when I applied my brakes which did not work properly causing my car fishtailed and run into the cement freeway divider. My car was a total loss, and I had to buy another car.
1996 Honda Civic brakes problems
61 complaints (20% of all complaints for this car). 23 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 61
- of this car's complaints
- 20%
- crashes
- 23
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Foundation components11
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip11
- Power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings10
- Foundation components: disc: rotor5
- Foundation components: disc5
- Conventional: mechanical4
- Power assist: hydraulic3
- Conventional3
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Honda Civic brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Honda Civic brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- A soapy lubricant was used to insert the check valve into the vacuum hose which causes the brake booster check valve to stick.
- Risk
- This condition can cause a loss of the brake's power assist resulting in a reduction in braking performance increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will clean the check valve by washing the vacuum hose with hot water.
Recall number 96V106000 · Recall details
What 1996 Honda Civic owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I own a 1996 honda civic ex,, I am having alot of trouble with rotors going bad. I have changed the brakes bought new roters and I'm having trouble with the ABS not working right.as there been a recall on this problem?
Engine failed due to faulty key mount on crankshaft, and 2 belts came off pulley, vehicle loss control resulting in an accident. Also, replaced windshield wiper/washer, exhaust system, throttle cable, emissions, axles, brakes, cv boots, and floor mat. *ak 8jb
The button on the emergency brake sticks. "fixed" several times w/o success. The brake will not engage in this condition and is a potential hazard.
Was reaching to release emergency brake & noticed button was not on vehicle. Took to dealer after having emergency brakes released. Was informed by mechanic entire emergency brake system needed to be replaced.
Recall 96v10 000/brakes:hydraulic:power assist:check valve: reporting an ongoing problem with poor brake performance. Dealer/manufacturer notified. Please provide any further details on this matter.
Whenever the brakes were applied, front brakes would chatter when driving 55mph the brakes would pulsate. At low speed they would not feel the pulsating. Been to dealer numerous times for brakes. Rotors & pads had been changed. So far, only happened 3 times.
1996 honda civic dx experiences sticky acceleration, must apply considerable pressure to accelator when stopped which causes car to lunge forward. This was reported to dealer while under warranty and appeared to be corrected, but condition reappeared. Car was recalled for fuel throttle and repaired, but this did not correct the sticky accelerator. The emergency brake does not engage most of the time. The button to release the brake stays in which keeps the brake disengaged. The windshield whistles at road speeds.
Emergency parking brake lever will not remain in the set position, causing the vehicle to roll. Dealer replaced the spring inside the lever mechanism which did not correct the problem. Please give any further details.
I am working with ins co. To resolve accident that occured due to defect
Questions about the 1996 Honda Civic brakes
Does the 1996 Honda Civic have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 61 complaints about the brakes of the 1996 Honda Civic, 20% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1996 Honda Civic brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Honda Civic brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 96V106000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Honda Civic have bad brakes?
The Honda Civic model years with the most brakes complaints are 2016 (96 complaints), 2010 (90 complaints) and 2006 (62 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).
Other 1996 Honda Civic problems
Airbags 70Visibility 34Acceleration 31Engine 29Transmission 25Body 19Electrical 17Lights 13Tires 11Seat belts 7Steering 6Suspension 6Seats 4Locks 3Fuel system 2
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