2011 Honda Civic Service Brakes Problems
- 24
- 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.
Among these 24 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pads · 7 records
- brake pedal · 4 records
- front brakes · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 16 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags · Seat Belts · Service Brakes
At approximately 35 to 40 mph when applying the brakes lately due to traffic slowing down in front i had absolutely no brake pedal at all. The pedal went immediately down to the floor and the vehicle had failed to slow or stop. To avoid accident i veered to the dirt shoulder and begin to spin out of control ending up back on the road and crashing into another vehicle. The seatbelts had failed to lock as if the brake…
Crash reported · 3 injuries
ODI 11231109
Engine · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 honda civic. While the vehicle was in a drive thru line, it accelerated on its own while stopped. The contact had to apply extreme pressure to the brake pedal and place the vehicle into park to completely stop. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired; however, a diagnostic appointment was scheduled. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage…
ODI 11100405
Service Brakes
Takata recall i've had to change the brakes often on this car. I don't drive the car long distances, but the brakes wear out so easily. I've had it for 4 years and have mileage of 30,000. I'm already taking it to mechanic to change the brakes again! It's not normal! I've taken it to the dealership where i bought it but have offered no solution! They just tell me to keep purchasing new brakes.
ODI 10881982
Service Brakes
Have had numerous encounters where i almost have car accidents because brakes will not grab. I have seen numerous posts about this issue. I stopped going to the dealer for service because every time i took it to get checked out they said it was functioning in perfect condition. I have changed my brakes and rotors at least 4 different times even after i bought ceramic brakes and heavy duty rotors, and tires on two…
ODI 10660405
Service Brakes
I purchase me the car in january 2014 and replaced the brakes in september 2014. Now i have to replace them again because the pads keep wearing down. My rotors were also affected. There is a constant rubbing sound while driving and turning. *tr
ODI 10700896
Service Brakes
Cr inspected in dec 27 2013 . Inspection verifies brakes are in good shape passes inspection. Two weeks later brakes began making noises. Took to honda dealer again and was told brakes required replacement with rotors resurfaced dealer indicates virtually no breaks. Unsure how condition of brakes were missed during inspection. I feel brakes pads wore prematurely. *tr
ODI 10561571
Service Brakes · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
I was stopped in a parking garage and intended to pull into an open space on my left. I turned the steering wheel all the way to the left and my car suddenly accelerated on its own. It crashed into the car to the right of the open space and continued to accelerate, pushing the other car into the car to its right. I was pressing the brakes during the entire incident but they were not functional. My car finally pushed…
Crash reported
ODI 10522276
Service Brakes
Need new front brakes and only 20,000 miles; was told it's my in-city driving, but it looks like there's a lot of other folks out there with the same problem. Saw that there was a class action suit for same problem for 2008, 2009 and 2010 models... *tr
ODI 10511300
Service Brakes
I have a honda civic 2011, i don't drive the vehicle that much. I only have 24800 miles on the vehicle. I got it new. I also had several issues with this vehicle since it was new. Now i'm told i need front brakes they are metal to metal. I'm sorry but i've had other cars, i've had toyota's all the time and it was a 2008 corolla. I didn't need brakes till it had about 60,000 miles on it. I don't drive crazy don't…
ODI 10507133
Service Brakes
On 03-16-2013 i was driving on i-5 freeway north through orange county ca. When i tried to slow down, my car`s brakes were not working at all. Brake pedal went all the way to the floor without any resistance and the car didn't slow down. I was able to stop the car by hitting the curb. There were no dashboard warning lights lit at any time indicating total brake failure. I had car towed to nearest honda dealership.…
ODI 10521270
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Operating my vehicle on [redacted] in ashburn virginia, applied brakes on car lightly and brakes seem to lock up, auto spun out of control and i landed into pond. I am filing complaint so that nhtsa will have this on file. I have read many complaints of failure of braking systems honda civic 2005-2011 thank you *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10503969
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 honda civic. The contact stated that while driving 61 mph, the driver applied the brakes but the brakes failed to respond. As a result, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The contact's vehicle was destroyed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was not inspected for the cause of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 13,968.
Crash reported
ODI 10503048
Service Brakes
Squeaking noise coming from driver side front wheel. I have replaced front brake pads 3 times in one year! Took car into dealership and they claim i must be riding on the brakes. The cost is $ 200.00. This is a brand new car... A 2011, how the neck can brake pads need to be replaced this many times??!! Something is seriously wrong, i have owned vehicles and i never recall having to replace brake pads more than once…
ODI 10483161
Service Brakes
Have had to replace the brake pads every 6 months dince we purchased in july 2012. The car had very liw miles when purchased and now has 90,000.miles.the mechanic says it is not normal to need replacement so often. Brakes buckle when coming to a sudden stop.
ODI 10874303
Service Brakes
Front brake pads completely bare. I am an older woman driver who does not endure much stop and go traffic. Never owned a car where brake pads failed/worn in just 1 1/2 years of driving. All other cars owned by family have brake pads last 80k miles. Replacing pads today, but was told by honda rep that it is my fault due to my driving habits. Had i known what i now know. Or seen the online customer/owner's comments…
ODI 10478421
Service Brakes
Brakes wore completely down at 18k miles on a brand new lease when they should have lasted about 30k miles. Was told it was the way i was driving and it had caught me off guard because i only apply the brakes gently at appropriate times. I found their excuse to be a little fishy and within a short amount of time of online research i had realized that this scam by honda has taken effect on many others some at even…
ODI 10469504
Fuel/Propulsion System · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Service Brakes
Brakes beginning to squeak again. Brakes replaced two times since purchase of car- 2011 new honda civic. This will be the third attempt to correct brakes! Dealership was unable to "duplicate" issue of acceleration while at the dealer so the car was not repaired. Automatic door locks were locking on their own, dealer fixed. *tr
ODI 10468001
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
(odi number) is: 10464481 already on file. Automobile is at dealership, no rental car provided as promised by american honda corporate office. Dealership is stating that unless the duplication happens while the automobile is at their location; nothing can be done? Car is accelerating at stop lights while foot is on brake, and car will not accelerate at times when the gas pedal is applied. Doors are automatically…
ODI 10467690
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
I have multiple occurrence where my vehicle does not response when i hit the brakes. Its like the abs system is not working. It has happened several times. I notice it happen more often if i hit a bump in the road. The problem usually occurs at a slow about of speed. I have been able to avoid accidents by swerving out of the way of cars, but i believe sooner or later i will get into an accident. *tr
ODI 10495312
Service Brakes
The front brakes on my honda civic had to be replaced the first time at 17,000 miles. It had failed right at the end of the honda 1 year warranty (the first date is estimated but i can dig it out from the honda dealer if this becomes an issue) i have only the estimated first date. I thought this was a fluke and honda covered it under warranty so i didn't think much about it. However, my next set of brakes failed at…
ODI 10523765
Service Brakes
I bought this car with 10,000 miles. On a few occasions (months apart) while applying my brakes, the pedal collapses to the floorboard and i feel grinding coming from the pedal. This usually occurs at a low speed and on a decline/slope.. For example, leaving a convenience store parking lot. Up to this point, the car has always responded to the brakes, but it is as if i'm bleeding the brakes.. Brake pressure is good…
ODI 10551050
Service Brakes
I leased this civic on february 2011 and in december 2011 10 months later the breaks and rotors were gone and only one side. Odd after having had them serviced in september and the dealer giving me 100% life on them. Had to pay to fix brakes and rotors. Ten months later september 2012 again brakes out has to change again. Now again september 2013 brakes and rotors. Without any signals that my brakes were wearing…
ODI 10542189
Service Brakes · Tires · Wheels
Front brakes were worn out at 9000 miles, and then again at 15000, and again at 27000. Tires were worn out at 27000 miles. *tr
ODI 10479210
Power Train · Service Brakes · Suspension
Driving the car for one year now i have noticed that the brakes make a pop noise after going in reverse then forward, also a fews times the car brakes feel like its not really slowing the car down from freeway speeds and almost casued a few accidents by not providing enough braking power. The suspension is inadequet for the car it bottoms the rear of the car with <100 lbs inside. The car tends to jump forward when…
ODI 10459339
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 2011 Honda Civic.
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