2018 Honda Civic: backup camera failure

Filed Oct 3, 2026 · Electrical · NE

Infotainment screen stuck in software update mode. Rear camera and Heat - A/C - Defroster no longer visible. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request.

Filed Jul 9, 2026 · NJ

On 07/08/2026, the Infotainment system on my 2018 Honda Civic EX failed throughout the entire day into the morning of 07/09/2026. The screen became pixelated and would then turn black, not allowing me to see the screen at all. No matter how many times I attempted to reboot the unit or restart the vehicle, the issue did not resolve. Although this is not an urgent safety issue since it is related to the radio unit, this screen does display other components that are critically related to safety, such as the backup camera and passenger’s side blind spot camera. While being unable to see the screen, these added safety features are not available to the driver because they are not functional. Being that the vehicle is not equipped with backup/blind spot sensors as most other modern vehicles are, a driver would be dependent on these cameras to avoid a crash. I then serviced the vehicle at Planet Honda on Route 22 in Union, New Jersey, where the technicians completed a full diagnostic inspection. After running several electrical codes, technicians found no mechanical/electrical issue with my vehicle that would cause the system to fail. The service advisor stated that this is a common issue among many Honda owners and the issue lies within the system itself. Unfortunately the only fix would be to replace the entire unit totaling almost $2,700.00. If this is a common issue with other Honda vehicles, why has Honda not addressed this? My brother also owns a CRV and has noted that he has similar issues with his display. The entertainment system of the vehicle contains everything related to the vehicle, between camera views, settings, etc. If it is failing for many Honda owners and the only remedy is an expensive replacement, Honda should be held responsible. I cannot afford to pay almost $3,000.00 for something so essential.

Filed Feb 4, 2023 · Visibility · OH

The LCD on the head unit started displaying vertical bars of various colors. The LCD completely failed a few weeks later. Since the LCD failed, the car's backup camera is effectively useless and poses an increased risk to pedestrians when reversing.

Filed Oct 21, 2022 · Electrical · MA

After less than 4 years, the dashboard Infotainment Screen stopped working and went blank/dark. I checked all connections and fuses with no luck. After a trip to the Honda Dealer, they quoted $1200.00 to replace the Infotainment screen. I do not have the money to replace this part. This part failed in less than 4 years time. As a result, I have no access to the back up camera, tire inflation calibration, or radio controls and other functions displayed on this screen. This is causing a safety hazard while driving and undue driver distraction while driving while trying to access information usually displayed on the screen. I checked the internet regarding this issue, and there is wide spread data that this is a common issue with Honda, including several law firm class action lawsuits. I believe there should be a Safety Recall for Honda to replace this part.

Filed Jul 1, 2019 · Electrical · 5 miles · CA

On the 1st of july 2019. After I start the car in the morning, then I put it into reverse gear to back up from the parking space. But the backup camera turns the purple screen.

Filed Jun 17, 2019 · Electrical · MD

Back up camera is fuzzy with very low resolution especially during the evening or lower daylight. This may cause serious injury since resolution is very poor. Camera lens is not dirty or scratched

Filed Jan 14, 2019 · Electrical · 100 miles · IN

2018 honda civic - ex-l infotainment screen (radio, heat, navigation system, A/C, etc controls touchscreen) will flash off and on while driving including during backup camera and navigation system use. Issue is intermittent and not predictable. Honda dealership has attempted two re-flashes of the software to correct the issue with no positive result. Honda representative states that the issue has no resolution and will do nothing further to correct the issue on my vehicle and may have a fix at some point in the future.