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2018 Honda Civic: doors won't lock, open or latch

7 of the 750 complaints about the 2018 Honda Civic describe doors won't lock, open or latch.

owner complaints
7
of this car's complaints
1%
recalls
0
Is there a fix? No recall or service bulletin covers this area of the car yet.

Doors won't lock, open or latch by model year

  • 2020
    3
  • 2019
    4
  • 2018
    7
  • 2017
    6
  • 2016
    3
  • 2015
    6
  • 2014
    2
  • 2013
    2
  • 2012
    2
  • 2011
    1
  • 2010
    2
  • 2009
    4
  • 2008
    3
  • 2006
    2
  • 2005
    1
  • 2004
    9
  • 2003
    8
  • 2002
    4
  • 2001
    3
  • 2000
    2
  • 1999
    2
  • 1998
    3
  • 1997
    4
  • 1996
    3
  • 1992
    1
  • 1991
    2

What owners say

Filed Nov 30, 2025 · Electrical · FL

Both door handles need to be replaced at 800.00 a piece. Key fob to door handles causing parasitic draw to the battery and car goes dead. Risk - have to lift that 47 lb hood to jumpstart while putting my back out. Steroid injects on 12/2/2025. My Honda advisor and pain doctor are aware. Problem has been reproduced by my Honda advisor and mechanic at Crown Honda Florida. No warning lamps in this Honda Civic 2018 shows no low battery capability. Google search door handles causing parasitic draw. 1600.00 is a lot of money to pay so I hope there will be a recall.

Filed Nov 11, 2025 · Electrical · FL

I have replaced my battery twice. I have purchased a new door handle so it wouldn’t drain the electric in my vehicle. I was told to drive my car every day to keep my battery charged. I just walked out the door and my battery is dead. This has happened approximately 12 times since I have owned this vehicle and I believe there should be a recall because you cannot find the parasitic draw. Please help me. I cannot afford all these repairs and this should be a recall. I have seen lots of articles about the 2018 Honda Civic sedan please file this under a recall.

Filed Oct 3, 2025 · Body · NJ

The paint on my 2018 Honda Civic Hatchback (VIN: [XXX] , color Sonic Gray Pearl) is prematurely chipping and peeling on the driver-side mirror cover and door handle. This issue is identical to paint defects already acknowledged by Honda on other Civics and Accords, which were covered under extended warranties or settlements. Honda refuses to cover my vehicle, stating my VIN is excluded, even though the defect is visibly present and widespread among Civic owners. This reduces the vehicle’s durability and resale value and demonstrates a clear manufacturing paint adhesion defect. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jan 16, 2025 · Electrical · FL

Car battery died 3 times. Bought new battery after it being towed 2 times. 500. Door handle had to be replaced labor and costs over one thousand dollars. September 2024 bought used. This should be a recall.

Filed Jul 28, 2023 · Electrical · TX

The car makes loud noise in back near gas cap. The Honda dealer states there's a electrical gas locking mechanism gone bad and needs to be replaced. They were out of part for the fuel door latch actuator. Seems like lots of people having this problem.

Filed Dec 20, 2022 · HI

The paint on both of the side mirrors have began peeling. The paint on one of the door handles have began peeling. After research, I have found that Honda has been known for this same issue on prior vehicles due to improper paint laying technique. I contacted Honda Automotives and they told me they wouldn't help me due to my vehicle not being apart of the prior "campaigns" to fix the paint on the recorded vehicles.

Filed Sep 21, 2022 · Body, Electrical · AZ

Actuator Assy., Fuel Lid (FUEL FILL DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR). Repeatedly locks and unlocks (making a gun shot noise loudly) every time I get in and out of the vehicle. Yes, it is available for inspection at any time. My safety or the safety of others could be at risk with the open gas cap, constant moving electrical components, and to be left stranded unable to open the gas door. The Problem was talked about with the Honda dealership. They said it was a common problem. That Honda knows about. No warning lamps or any notification.

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Questions about the 2018 Honda Civic door locks

Is doors won't lock, open or latch a common problem on the 2018 Honda Civic?

7 of 750 owner complaints about the 2018 Honda Civic (1%) mention doors won't lock, open or latch. The model year with the most reports is 2004.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2018 Honda Civic?

There is no recall or service bulletin for this area of the car on record.

Other symptoms on the 2018 Honda Civic

Jerking 74Fuel pump 45Stalling 41Check engine light 21Fuel smell 17Power steering loss 17Hesitation 16Loss of power 13Misfire 12Key fob 10Pulling 10Steering noise 9Won't start 9Backup camera 7Battery drain 7Engine failure 7Steering lock-up 7Sunroof shattered 6Airbag light 5No deployment 5Collision warning 5Fire or smoke 5Lane assist 5Warning lights 5

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