Honda Civic Type R years to avoid
Across 2017–2025, no single Civic Type R year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2021 drew the most complaints; 2024 the fewest.
36
Total complaints
6
Recall campaigns
2017–2025
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Civic Type R year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 6 | 2 | |
| 2021 | 13 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 7 | 2 | |
| 2018 | 4 | 2 | |
| 2017 | 2 | 1 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Honda Civic Type R?
By complaint volume, 2024 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Civic Type R years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Honda Civic Type R have?
Across all model years, the Civic Type R has 6 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 36 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.