2008 Honda Civic Engine Problems
- 9
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
1. I had all recommended service, including oil changes, performed on my 2008 honda civic hybrid since i purchased it new, with receipts to prove this, and never had a problem with this car prior to this incident. 2. The engine failed catastrophically, with no alert or warning light, on a highway at 55mph during rush-hour traffic. 3. The failed engine was replaced with a used engine, as recommended by the honda…
ODI 10419806
Engine
#2 spark plug blown from cylinder head while driving. *tr
ODI 10378289
Engine
2008 honda civic. S10 direct reply- letter to the administrator seeking an investigation into 2006-2008 and early 2009 honda civic engine blocks problem *tgw the consumer stated he received a letter from honda titled warranty extension which stated there was a potential problem with certain year civic engine blocks. According to the letter, the engine cylinder block may experience coolant seepage that can result in…
ODI 10379169
Engine
We purchased a 2008 honda civic hybrid new, and were very satisfied with the performance and the pickup was excellent. The company performed a "mandatory" software upgrade to improve battery life in september 2010. Since that update, the car has drastically diminished response time to acceleration, especially when attempting a sudden burst to change lanes or turn through intersections. The engine actually has almost…
ODI 10365047
Engine
Basic complaint is unpredictable loss of power when accelerating. This seems to be due to the ima system operation. Not being able to depend on consistent acceleration has drastically changed the way you have to drive vehicle to prevent crash. If you needed the ability to accelerate quickly and safely, you cannot count on this vehicle to provide it. It occurs almost daily when acceleration is needed most, turning…
ODI 10356243
Engine
2008 honda civic hybrid was modified according to manufacturer's voluntary recall notice 10-034. This modification involved changes to the engine control computer's software "flash" memory. Subsequently, the vehicle demonstrates insufficient power to accelerate safely into highway traffic. When parked on an incline the vehicle exhibits difficulty initiating forward motion and may roll backwards up to three feet…
ODI 10369806
Engine
This problem occurred one time so far but i have a 2008 honda civic lx that i just bought used with about 25,500 miles on it. I bought it from a honda dealership in south florida. It is a "honda certified" vehicle. It almost stalled at a stop sign when i pressed the gas pedal. I don't know why it did this but it worries me. I had to release the pedal and re-press is slowly to get the car to go again. What if i need…
ODI 10347387
Engine
Cracked engine block on 2008 honda civic- most owners experience overheat + failure of engine. Honda tsb 08-044 clearly explains defect-likely to crack around coolant passages on 06,07,+08 civic most owners will be in a dangerous position - possible fire+. *tr
ODI 10328840
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda civic. While driving at speeds of 50, 60, or 73 mph the vehicle vibrated in the front and rear ends. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for the failure; the vehicle was aligned; however, the failure wasn't corrected. The manufacturer acknowledged the failure and stated that a proper alignment should correct the failure and has declined to further assist with the…
ODI 10366837