The contact's parent owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while the parent was parking into a parking space, and straightening the steering wheel; the brake pedal depressed but the vehicle continued to drive. Several warning messages were displayed "Vehicle Stability Assist Problem", "Power System Steering Problem", "Hill Start Assist Problem", "Emissions Systems Problem", "Brake Hold System Problem", and "Brake System Problem". The driver noticed that the brake pedal failed to respond and the vehicle rapidly accelerated, causing the vehicle to crash into two medians and crash into a parked and unoccupied Ford Edge vehicle at unknown speeds. The stationary vehicle was pushed halfway out of the parking spot. No air bags deployed, and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was unknown if the vehicle was diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
2016 Honda Civic: airbags did not deploy in a crash
10 of the 1,083 complaints about the 2016 Honda Civic describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 17,100
- recalls
- 1
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
The contact owned a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked unattended, it caught fire. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. There were no reported injuries. A police report was filed. The air bags did not deploy. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000. The contact stated that the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number 16V074000 (Engine and Engine Cooling).Â
In a head on collision. Front air bags deployed. Passenger side airbags deployed. Driver side airbags did not deploy
I was driving on the freeway and had to come to a complete stop immediately from 60 MPH, but could not stop in time. A collision occurred with the stopped car in front of me and the car was extremely damaged, to the point of not starting, but the air bags did not deploy.
We were at a complete stop at the outer city street signaling to make a left and a car hit us from behind without breaking at 60 -70 speed and the airbags did not deploy. The back of the vehicle is smashed in and not one airbag went off. There were two adults (driver & passenger) and two children (backseat).
Tl* the contact owned a 2016 honda civic. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a front impact collision. The air bags did not deploy. The contact suffered minor pain, but no medical attention was required. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an auto body shop. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000.
"takata recall" I bought vehicle in late sep 2016. Dealer said recall was done. Had minor accident nov. 2017, air bags did not deploy?? Officer at scene thought that to be unusual.
On may 09, 2017 I was rear ended while sitting still by a car traveling approximately 45 MPH and pushed into the car in front of me. I was wearing my seatbelt and my face was projected into the steering wheel. During the impact my seatbelt didn't seem to activate and not one airbag deployed. My vehicle has not been inspected yet but I would guess it to be totaled due to the front and rear impact damage. Everyone I've spoke to including the police officer and wrecker service was very surprised that the airbags didn't deploy. I feel very lucky but do not trust this vehicle and it's safety features.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 honda civic. While driving 35 MPH, the contact rear ended another vehicle. The brakes failed and the vehicle would not stop when the brakes were applied. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed. The manufacturer was made aware of the crash. The failure mileage was 3,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2016 honda civic. While stationary, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. The seat belt did not restrain the contact and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact struck the windshield and received medical attention. The contact was undergoing physical therapy. The other driver was not injured. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. Honda would not replace the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 13,000.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
- Risk
- Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous the federal safety agency recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning May 29, 2026.
Recall number 26V332000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2016 Honda Civic no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2016 Honda Civic?
10 of 1,083 owner complaints about the 2016 Honda Civic (1%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2001.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2016 Honda Civic?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2016 Honda Civic
Jerking 109Stalling 21Check engine light 20Power steering loss 18Engine failure 16Sunroof shattered 16Brake failure 15Lane assist 15Won't start 15Loss of power 14ABS 13Adaptive cruise 13Steering lock-up 13Fuel pump 11Pulling 11Warning lights 11Backup camera 9Fuel smell 9Won't shift 8Grinding brakes 7Collision warning 7Tire blowout 7Hesitation 6Overheating 6Misfire 5Windshield crack 5Wipers 5
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