2006 Honda Civic: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Apr 6, 2025 · Electrical, Steering · CA

Left front lower control arm right front lower control arm left front strut assembly right front strut assembly power steering fluid leak engine oil leak gasket needed to be replaced rear brake light failed starter failed alternator failed air filter gets clogged prematurely power steering pump hoses cracked and leaked power steering air pressure hoses cracked and leaked power steering intake hose cracked and leaked power steering return hose cracked and leaked master window power switch on driver side window went out and had to be replaced rear brake light went out needs to be replaced so many problems with this car that are v very costly and known manufacturing defects at honda corp air bags were faulty and contained metal fragments that could kill occupants because they puncture a person's heart and kill them instantly if they get into an accident with unrecalled air bags many people have died from unrepaired recalls on the air bags because of the metal fragments puncturing their hearts causing them instant death or death after five minutes many chp officers have told me they have seen too many deaths from the airbags being unrepaired air bag light comes on even after honda repaired the air bag on passenger side a few years ago on a recall lighting- on the inside of the car to entry light on the right hand went out window wipers go out often and cost alot of money window wiper container/reservoir failed suspension shocks and struts gone alignment tires cupping and uneven wear and tear and tread lug nuts and wheel studs failed and caused the tire to fall off the axle and flew into traffic causing a very dangerous situation inside passenger and driver side window visors failed immobilizer failed and made the car alarm keep going off without stopping for three days car batteries prematurely fail multiple times starter failed multiple times alternator failed multiple times spark plugs failed multiple times emergency brake came out from the housing trunk light

Filed Sep 5, 2019 · Suspension, Wheels · 113,000 miles · MD

Premature wear and cupping of tires resulting in unstable dangerous tire performance and loud distracting noise apparently due to a manufacturing defect in upper control arm design.

Filed Nov 9, 2017 · Steering, Suspension · 10,000 miles · GA

My 2006 honda civic ex is causing excessive, uneven wear to the tires because the rear control arm causes negative camber on the rear tires. As a result, I replace the tires once per year. In addition to the added cost, the car becomes unsafe after a period of driving because of the wear on the tire - creating cups and bald spots on the tire which could lead to failure of the rear tires and a loss of control for the driver.

Filed Nov 9, 2017 · Steering, Suspension · 10,000 miles · GA

Tsb 08-001 - rear negative camber is caused by the rear upper control arm for both rear wheels. As a result, the geometry of the wheel's position will cause excessive wear on the rear tires resulting in bald and cupped tires. This wear can cause early failure of the rear tires and loss of control of the car for the driver.

Filed Mar 6, 2017 · Wheels · VA

In november 2016, I was informed that my tires had uneven wear and damage due to a defective rear upper control arm kit. I learned for the first time that honda issued a warranty extension for this part, but that it had expired before the honda mechanic pointed out the issue to me. I contacted american honda motor co., at the recommendation of the mechanic, to seek an extended warranty, as I do not believe that I should have to pay for a part that honda acknowledged was defective. The case number is 05759414. Unfortunately, honda declined my request. I am concerned about the dangers of driving with tires that are unevenly or prematurely worn and believe that honda should have to pay for a defective party it was aware of.

Filed Mar 1, 2017 · Suspension, Wheels · 75,000 miles · LA

I purchased 2006 honda civic ex from person from tx. And I live in la.it had brand new tires on it and 73,000 miles and was in great condition. At 75,000 miles I started hearing noise in rear end like roaring noise.each time I had it service at local honda dealer the service advisor said tires or alignment.they knew about the class action law suit and tsb 08-001 but never informed me about it. It took me 4 years and 2 worn out $130 michelin tires each to find the problem online and from my brother. The honda dealer should have informed me about honda bad design rear upper control arms earlier and I could have saved myself 2 new tires and lots of headache. But I had it fixed at local shop in bossier city alignment shop for $560. No more noise and car rides like new and tires sit straight as an arrow not cocked out like they did.

Filed Aug 18, 2015 · Wheels · 94,000 miles · MD

2006 honda civic ex sedan. Approximately 94,000 miles and have worn through 3 sets of tires. Tires get rotated and balanced every 7,500 miles and tires are always goodyear brand. On 8/15/2015 noticed that 2006 honda civic had a flat tire (rear passenger side). After removing wheel and inspecting tire it was noticed that the tire had been completely worn through on interior tread (wire mesh was worn through and actual hole had developed in tire). It was shocking an complete tire failure and blowout had not taken place while driving. Independent garage serviced the vehicle and determined that control arms needed to be replaced/amended (estimated cost of $1100.00) and at minimum a new tire was needed as well as new alignment. New tire put on, balancing and alignment of all tires/wheels - $210.00 as of 8/18/2015. It is likely that the faulty control arm issues are to blame for the premature wear on previous and current set of tires.

Filed Aug 11, 2015 · Suspension · 35,000 miles · VA

Tire wear has been uneven in the rear tires, I had received a repair notice a couple of years ago but I was out of the country for a long time and missed out on the repair window for replacement of tires and super control arm? I think the resulting tire wear is the fault of known defective parts and honda is acting very responsibly in not recaling for this failure/defect

Filed Jul 15, 2015 · Suspension · 146,837 miles · CA

I never got informed about this settlement claim http://settlement-claims.com/controlarm/notice.html 2 years ago. Honda service first found a problem on rear control arms and tire wear on march 12th. Why didn't they notice problem before march 12th? Honda service gave me a price of parts and labor. It's $255 on parts (control arms) and $150 labor. Updated 12/21/2015

Filed Jun 20, 2015 · AZ

Defective short rear upper control arms on honda civic 2006 four door

Filed Feb 26, 2015 · Steering, Suspension · 64,203 miles · CA

This civic has a defect on rear control arms causing tires to wear uneven and rapidly and making a horrible noise coming from the back this is unsafe issue I replace the rear shock absorbers, the whell hubs and ofcourse the tires and the problem still there until control arm be replaced for an adjustable one for proper aligment ,,, honda motor company is not paying for anything , I think costumers don't have pay for honda mistakes that's not fair.

Filed Oct 31, 2014 · Suspension, Wheels · 32,261 miles · VA

A class action lawsuit was pursued and settled with honda corporation in december 2013 related to uneven/excessive tire wear on 2006 honda civics. It was related to faulty control arms. I missed the deadline to file a claim (january 16, 2014), but I believe this is a problem that honda should be responsible to correct. My civic has had 3 sets of tires since I purchased it used in 2006. 2 tires were replaced at 32,261 miles, then 2 more at 39,399miles. After that 4 tires were replaced at 55,750 miles, and then 4 more at 72,450 miles. Rapid wear occurred between 39,399 - 55,750 miles, and 55,750 - 72,450 miles. I believe honda should replace the control arm at no cost and provide reimbursement for tires that have worn too rapidly.