NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Honda Civic SI Safety Ratings
The 2020 Honda Civic SI scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 216 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Honda Civic Si achieved a perfect five-star rating in every NHTSA crash-test category. This strong performance, combined with zero active recall campaigns, contributes to its NHTSA Safety Index score of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. For those considering this model year in the used market, its federal safety profile is robust.
The 2020 Honda Civic Si earned a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100 and a five-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 105 Sedans from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Honda Civic SI ranks 32 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 216 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 32 of 105 Sedans tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Honda Civic SI?
The 2020 Honda Civic Si marks a meaningful step forward in the NHTSA Safety Index, climbing five points to 91/100 in the Exceptional band from the 2019 model year's 86/100 in the Strong band. That jump is driven primarily by its crash-protection sub-score of 70 out of 70, a perfect result that reflects the five-star sweep across all four NHTSA categories including a 10 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result. The avoidance-tech sub-score of 7 out of 10 reflects that forward collision warning and electronic stability control are both standard, while lane departure warning is absent, which is the one gap holding the tech score below its ceiling. The defect-record sub-score of 14 out of 20 is supported by the clean recall slate: zero campaigns on file for this model year. The 216 unverified owner complaints, with notable concentrations in Electrical System, Power Train, and Air Bags, are worth monitoring but do not represent confirmed defects. Taken together, 2020 is the strongest federal safety year for the Civic Si in the data we track, and the zero-recall status is a specific advantage this model year holds.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Honda Civic SI perform in crash tests?
The 2020 Honda Civic Si achieved a perfect rating in all crash-test categories assessed by NHTSA. This includes a top result for overall safety, frontal impact, and side impact. Its rollover risk is rated at 10 percent, with the dynamic tip test resulting in "No Tip." The Civic Si received a complete, top-tier safety rating across the board.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14484
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Honda Civic SI have any recalls?
The 2020 Honda Civic Si has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and there is no park-outside or do-not-drive directive associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA to confirm no new campaigns have been opened since their search.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Honda Civic SI?
NHTSA has received 216 unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Unknown or Other and Electrical System (34 each), followed by Power Train (32), Air Bags (31), Steering (27), and Fuel/Propulsion System (24). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
216 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Honda Civic SI?
Zero recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Honda Civic Si. This is a positive indicator, but any used market purchaser should verify the specific vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's free lookup tool to confirm no new recall campaigns have been opened and that any existing recalls have been remedied.
- The 2020 model year achieved a perfect crash-protection sub-score of 70/70, the result of five-star NHTSA ratings in every tested category including a 10 percent rollover risk and No Tip dynamic result.
- The Safety Index rose five points from the 2019 model year (86/100, Strong) to 91/100 (Exceptional), making 2020 a distinctly stronger year in the federal safety record.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for this specific model year, a clean defect record that contributes directly to the 14/20 defect-record sub-score.
- Lane departure warning is absent on this model year, which is the primary reason the avoidance-tech sub-score sits at 7/10 rather than a higher figure, and is worth factoring in alongside the otherwise strong crash-test performance.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Honda Civic SI places
The 2020 Honda Civic SI qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Honda Civic SI safety questions
Was the 2020 Honda Civic SI crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Honda Civic SI, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2020 Honda Civic SI crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Honda Civic SI earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 Honda Civic SI have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Honda Civic SI as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Honda Civic SI?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 216 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Honda Civic SI. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Civic SI years
Rivals in Sedan (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Acura RLX | 99/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Acura RLX Sport | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Infiniti Q50 | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Nissan Maxima | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14484), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Civic SI 2020.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 32 of 105 in the Sedan class for 2020.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.