2020 Honda Civic Type-R Problems And Complaints

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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on August 28, 2024

Honda is among the most dependable, cost-effective, and fuel-efficient car manufacturers in the world. The newest Honda Civic Type-R is predicted to build on the success of its forerunner in terms of dependability and safety. Honda's strength as a manufacturing company is dependability, though customer satisfaction has occasionally been variable. Some drivers were impressed by Honda's hatchback, while others were displeased. Several owners complained that the Type R didn't stand apart from the usual Civic hatchback.

Civic Type R issues that are considered threats are service brakes, power trains, airbags, forward collision avoidance, and electrical system. The 2020 Civic Type R's competitors are equally impressive: the Volkswagen Golf GTI, the Subaru WRX STI, and the Hyundai Veloster N. The 2020 Type R is a fairly reliable blending in the segment, with only 71 complaints and 1 recall. Check out the video from "Syrious" which lists the common problems faced by the Type R. 

Engine and Mechanical Complaints

Service Breaks: When there are no cars on the road, the automatic braking system activates and brakes. Then, when the automatic brakes activate, there is a delay in speeding up again. While in parking, the rear electronic parking brake struggled. The parking brake was engaged on the vehicle, and it rolled down a hill into trees, harmful to the back wheel and hatch.

Power Trains: When the turbocharger engages, the manual transmission slips and users are unable to accelerate. The clutch failed at 25k miles even though this car had never stalled. As a result, the engine lost power and the vehicle was forced to stop on the highway. Untimely burnt clutch due to a manufacturer error The clutch became uncommunicative while driving at approximately 65 MPH, resulting in the car losing motive power.

Safety Complaints

Air Bags: Almost all Honda Civic TypeR models have a malfunctioning airbag warning light. When the airbags deployed, they would occasionally shoot out scraps of razor-sharp metal toward the driver or passenger. I was driving at about 6 mph in a car park when the passenger side airbag unexpectedly deployed. As a consequence, the windshield was destroyed, the dash was damaged, and the seat belts were not functioning properly.

Forward Collision Avoidance: The automated emergency braking platform brings the vehicle to a complete stop. When you let go of the gas pedal to the coast, the braking system engages immediately. There have been false positive detections with the collision mitigation braking system. There is one road segment where this happens all the time. My car's automatic braking system failed in the center lane of a three-lane highway. The dashboard displayed a warning signal for an obscured sensor system. The sensor was not blocked.

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Electrical Sysytem: This abrupt malfunction causes the stock audio system to make a loud popping sound and bursting noise before totally cutting out. Since it is linked to the backup camera, which can freeze/reboot randomized when the electrical failure occurs. the impairment of this sound device may end up causing other safety issues. Again, while driving at different speeds, the trunk unexpectedly opened without alert.

2020 Honda Civic TypeR recall

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March 25, 2021,

21V215000

Fuel Pump May Fail

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain Civic Type R models from 2019 to 2020. The fuel tank's low-pressure fuel pump may fail.

Honda will alert owners, and dealers will freely replace the fuel pump assembly. Owner letters were sent out on May 18, 2021.

Should you buy a used 2020 Honda Civic Type R?

The Civic Type R is unquestionably the supreme ruler of the hatchback class when it comes to drivers. The car has outmatched and outperformed the competition to become the ultimate rival. Honda has made several changes to the vehicle for the 2020 model year. The Civic Type R is relatively small, less pricey, and unfortunately less strong. Honda claims to have sold a great number of the Type R. However, the numbers are comparatively lower than its 2019 model. Some owners believe that the Civic Type R problems are severe and can be life-threatening if not recalled or fixed on time. These Honda Civic Type R common faults are reported which include, service brakes, power trains, airbags, forward collision avoidance, and electrical system. Thus it is recommended that other competitors which are the Volkswagen Golf GTI, the Subaru WRX STI, and the Hyundai Veloster N are more reliable.

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September 30, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11690484

Components: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA ID Number:
11690484

Incident Date:
September 30, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
19XFC2F83LE

Consumer Location:
JACKSONVILLE, FL

Summary
Q: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? A:...

September 25, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11689713

Components: 074000 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (PWS)

NHTSA ID Number:
11689713

Incident Date:
September 25, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
2HGFC2F62LH

Consumer Location:
PORT ORANGE, FL

Summary
There is a known recall on the fuel pump and the last bulletin from Feb 25 #24008 lists All Vins except o...

September 9, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11685838

Components: 010000 STEERING

NHTSA ID Number:
11685838

Incident Date:
September 9, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
SHHFK7H62LU

Consumer Location:
SANTA ANA, CA

Summary
The steering wheel becomes "sticky" and requires more force than usual to move it to the right or left. T...

September 4, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11684963

Components: 271000 LANE DEPARTURE

NHTSA ID Number:
11684963

Incident Date:
September 4, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
19XFC1F33LE

Consumer Location:
HAWTHORNE, NY

Summary
ALL SAFTY LIGHTS APPEAR ON DASHBOARD. SAFTY FUNCTIONS NOT ENABLED.

August 25, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11682983

Components: 010000 STEERING

NHTSA ID Number:
11682983

Incident Date:
August 25, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
2HGFC2F68LH

Consumer Location:
SYLACAUGA, AL

Summary
While driving down the road my steering wheel locks or sticks then quickly releases causing me to overcor...

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