1997 Honda Civic Suspension Problems
5 owner-reported suspension complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (5)
Your replacement ball joint on the passenger side failed without warning while making a left turn, causing the wheel to collapse inward and damage to your car's body. The failure also pulled out and broke your CV axle, causing transmission fluid to leak out significantly. Your car became immobile and required towing, and you were fortunate no other vehicles were involved since this could have caused a serious accident.
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VEHICLE HAS CONSTANTLY PULLED TO THE LEFT SINCE PURCHASE REGARDLESS OF SPEED. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DIFFERENT DEALERSHIPS, ALIGNMENTS WERE DONE AND TIRES REPLACED. THIS DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM.*AK
FRONT END NOISY AND SHAKES WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH AND UP. ALSO,WINDOW FELL OUT ON DRIVER'S SIDE, AND DOOR PANEL IS FALLING OFF. *AK
AFTER RIGHT FRONT IS RAISED A NOISE EMINATES FROM LEFT/REAR QUARTER AS IF IT'S POPPING BACK INTO PLACE DUE TO A WEAK SEAM OR WELD.
THE BOLT IN THE REAR SUSPENSION WAS CROSS THREADED AND COMPLETELY LOOSE, IT CAME OUT OF THE SUSPENSION. THE BOLT IN THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WAS ALSO COMPLETELY LOOSE, COULD BE REMOVED WITH FINGERS. MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO ACKNOWLEDGE. *AK