NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Honda Civic Safety Ratings
The 2019 Honda Civic scores 90 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 4 recalls, and 348 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Honda Civic achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 90/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. This high rating is anchored by perfect scores in both crash protection and avoidance technology. However, the overall result is tempered by a reduced sub-score in its defect record. By the crash-test results and available technology, the 2019 Civic demonstrates strong safety performance.
The 2019 Honda Civic Sedan holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 90 out of 100 and a 5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating, according to federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Honda Civic ranks 31 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 90 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.5% |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 348 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 31 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Honda Civic?
The 2019 Honda Civic Sedan achieved an "Exceptional" Safety Index rating of 90 out of 100, driven by strong performance in crash protection and avoidance technology. A perfect 70 out of 70 for crash protection underscores its structural integrity and occupant safety during impact. The standard inclusion of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control contributed to a flawless 10 out of 10 in avoidance technology. The primary factor preventing a higher overall score is the defect record component, which stands at 10 out of 20. This is directly attributable to four active recall campaigns. Three of these recalls address a common issue with the fuel delivery pump, affecting not only the Civic but also other Honda and Acura models, suggesting a systemic supplier concern. A separate, more recent recall addresses the front-passenger airbag occupant classification sensor, a critical component for correct airbag deployment. The 348 owner complaints on file, with notable concerns regarding the steering and fuel system, align with the identified recall issues, reinforcing the impact of these defects on the vehicle's safety profile.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Honda Civic perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Honda Civic Sedan achieved a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in every crash-test category assessed by NHTSA. This includes overall, frontal, side, and rollover evaluations. The vehicle did not tip in dynamic testing, and its rollover risk is rated at 10 percent. No aspect of its federal safety review came back with a rating below the maximum or marked as unrated.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14009
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Honda Civic have any recalls?
Four recall campaigns cover this model year. Three target the fuel delivery pump, spanning a broad sweep of Honda and Acura models across multiple model years. A fourth, issued more recently, addresses the front-passenger airbag occupant classification sensor. None of the four campaigns carry an explicit park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the data provided, but the fuel pump campaigns warrant prompt VIN verification.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involve
Reported 2026-05-21
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP23V858000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Reported 2023-12-18
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP21V215000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Reported 2021-03-25
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V314000
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Reported 2020-05-28
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Honda Civic?
NHTSA has logged 348 unverified owner complaints for the 2019 Civic Sedan. Steering leads all reported components at 80 allegations, followed closely by Fuel System at 63 and the related Fuel and Propulsion System and Gasoline categories at 62 each. Electrical System accounts for 32 additional reported concerns. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
348 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Honda Civic?
Four open recall campaigns mean that any shopper considering a used 2019 Civic must run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before purchase. Confirming which remedies have been completed at a dealership is a concrete, actionable step that costs nothing and directly affects safety.
- All four of this model year's recall campaigns remain worth verifying by VIN: three address the fuel delivery pump and one targets the front-passenger airbag occupant classification sensor, a component directly involved in airbag deployment decisions.
- The defect record sub-score of 10 out of 20 is the single factor preventing a higher Safety Index; the 70 out of 70 crash protection score and 10 out of 10 avoidance tech score are both perfect for this year.
- Steering is the top complaint category with 80 unverified allegations reported to NHTSA, a figure notably higher than any other component and worth asking a pre-purchase inspector to evaluate specifically.
- Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are all standard equipment on the 2019 model year, contributing the maximum avoidance technology sub-score and distinguishing this year's safety profile from trims or years where such features were optional or absent.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Honda Civic places
The 2019 Honda Civic qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Honda Civic safety questions
Was the 2019 Honda Civic crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Honda Civic, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 90 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 2019 Honda Civic crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Honda Civic 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 2019 Honda Civic have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Honda Civic. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Honda Civic?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 348 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Honda Civic. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Civic years
Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14009), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Civic 2019.
- 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 31 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- 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.