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2003 Honda Civic suspension problems

12 complaints (2% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 24,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
12
of this car's complaints
2%
typical mileage
24,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Front: wheel bearing
    1
  • Front: springs: coil springs
    1
  • Front: shock absorber
    1
  • Front: macpherson strut
    1
  • Front
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Honda Civic suspension problems in other years

19901995200020052010201520202026

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2003 Honda Civic owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 7, 2018 · Airbags, Suspension · 95,000 miles · ME

"takata recall"..the airbag light in my car randomly comes on a lot, I worry that it will deploy while driving. 2nd concern: suspension in my car is very bad, I had my mechanic check it and he said he had lots of complaints about this in lots of civics, he can't find problem.

Filed Jan 15, 2015 · Suspension · 24,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda civic. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle swayed from left to right without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the camber unit was not installed in the rear or front of the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Feb 20, 2012 · Acceleration, Suspension · 68,000 miles · WA

Whenever we are going up a the hill the car loss speed and a lot of potency.

Filed Sep 16, 2007 · Steering, Suspension · NY

Creaking noise from front of car never resolved by keeler honda albany, ny.

Filed May 23, 2006 · Suspension · 28,000 miles · DC

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35 MPH there was a wobbling noise that came from the front driver side tire. The vehicle has been towed to the dealership three times for inspections and repairs. They replaced the front wheel bearings each time, however the problem still exists. The manufacturer has not been alerted.

Filed Apr 21, 2006 · Suspension · 9,336 miles · NJ

I noticed my 2003 honda civic ex fp with 9,388 miles on it leaning towards the front left. Measured the distance between tires and wheel well rim and found there was a 1 to 1/12 inch difference between that rim and the remaining 3 tire rims. Brought the car in to the dealer and was advised that there was a "coil spring problem" the part has been discontinued and it is unknown when the vehicle will be repaired.

Filed Nov 11, 2005 · Suspension · 15,000 miles · CA

Noise in front suspension while turning at low speeds. Popping noise in front end while maneuvering at parking lot speeds.

Filed Nov 6, 2005 · Suspension · 45,000 miles · WI

My 2003 honda civic hybrid front left suspension mount is making creaking noises, the dealer said it needs replacing.

Filed Jul 29, 2004 · Suspension · 22,000 miles · NY

Vehicle experienced an ongoing problem of wandering across the road while driving at 20 MPH or more. Vehicle was taken to dealer on several occasions, but dealer was unable to find the cause of the problem.

Filed Jul 28, 2004 · Fuel system, Suspension · 500 miles · CA

I purchased a honda civic hybrid thinking I was going to get good gas milage since I drive 38 miles one way to work. When I was only getting about 35 -26 MPH I contacted the dealer and was told this is a new car and the mileage will improve. So after 35000 miles and many trips to the dealer I still only get 36 mphand they can not explain why, I would like to know how they can say that this car was to get 48 mpgh. Also after two months of having the car I was hearing a loud grinding sound coming from the front end and it turned out the shocks were bad, and the dealer replaced them but failed to aline my car and wore out the front tires. Also I can not take this car on long trips since I can not climb long hills with out the highvoltage battery that assists the engine running out of juice and stops working and stalls.

Questions about the 2003 Honda Civic suspension

Does the 2003 Honda Civic have suspension problems?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the suspension of the 2003 Honda Civic, 2% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2003 Honda Civic suspension problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 24,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Honda Civic suspension?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Honda Civic have bad suspension?

The Honda Civic model years with the most suspension complaints are 2007 (246 complaints), 2006 (203 complaints) and 2008 (99 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 2003 Honda Civic problems

Airbags 140Transmission 101Electrical 51Engine 45Acceleration 34Brakes 34Body 26Lights 23Fuel system 22Seat belts 20Tires 17Steering 15Seats 13Visibility 12Locks 7Driver assistance 6Wheels 1

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