What are known 1996 Honda Civic suspension problems?

There are 6 owner-reported suspension complaints for the 1996 Honda Civic. Common issues include: WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY; STRUTS FAILED; WHEN DRIVING THE CAR UNDER 50 MPH THE CAR VIBRATES, THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES. 1 complaint involved crashes.

Is there a recall for 1996 Honda Civic suspension?

As of the latest NHTSA data, there are no open recalls specifically for the 1996 Honda Civic suspension system. However, there are 6 owner complaints related to this system.

1996 Honda Civic Suspension Problems

6 owner-reported suspension complaints from NHTSA data

Complaints

Crashes

Mar 2005 – Dec 1996

Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (6)

mediumSUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Filed: Mar 2005

WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE ,AND PULLED OVER. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED AT THIS TIME. *AK

NHTSA #: 10115368

mediumSUSPENSION

Filed: Nov 1998

STRUTS FAILED.

NHTSA #: 604937

mediumSUSPENSION

Filed: Nov 1998

WHEN DRIVING THE CAR UNDER 50 MPH THE CAR VIBRATES, THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES. DEALER CONTACTED AND CANNOT FIND A PROBLEM. *AK

NHTSA #: 830017

mediumSUSPENSION

Filed: Jul 1997

WHILE TURNING ON WET PAVEMENT, VEHICLE SLIDES/LOSES CONTROL.

NHTSA #: 519518

mediumSUSPENSION

Filed: Dec 1996

ANYTIME THE ROAD IS SLIGHTLY WET AND GOING AROUND A CURB THE REAR END SLIPS OUT OF CONTROL. GOING STRAIGHT ON THE ROAD (35) MPH OR LESS IN (3RD) GEAR THECAR FEELS LIKE IT HYDROPLANES RIGHT OFF THE ROAD. THERE IS NO CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE. *AK

NHTSA #: 804901

mediumSUSPENSION

CrashFiled: Jun 1996

SON DRIVING VEHICLE, HEARD A BIG, LOUD POP, THE TIRE EXPLODED, REARENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE, NOTICED AFTER STOPPING THAT UNDER THE VEHICLE, A BOLT HAD BROKEN. *AK *SLC

NHTSA #: 985956

Other 1996 Honda Civic Issues

Air Bags (71)Service Brakes, Hydraulic (65)Visibility (33)Vehicle Speed Control (24)Power Train (22)Engine And Engine Cooling (27)Structure (19)Electrical System (12)Tires (11)Exterior Lighting (12)Equipment (8)Steering (6)Seat Belts (5)Seats (4)Latches/locks/linkages (3)Fuel System, Gasoline,power Train,structure,engine (2)Child Seat (1)

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