NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Honda Civic Safety Ratings
The 2025 Honda Civic scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 2 recalls, and 61 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Honda Civic Hatchback demonstrates a strong safety performance, as evidenced by its NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100. This places it firmly within the "Strong" safety band. NHTSA crash-test results are excellent across the board, though two active recall campaigns temper this positive assessment. For a vehicle in its second model year, its safety standing is competitive.
The 2025 Honda Civic Hatchback received a 5-out-of-5-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 3 Hatchback/Wagons from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Honda Civic ranks 3 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.5% |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 61 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 3 of 3 Hatchback/Wagons tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Honda Civic?
The 2025 Honda Civic Hatchback posts a Safety Index of 87 out of 100, a one-point gain over the 2024 model year's 86. That incremental movement keeps the vehicle firmly in the Strong band but signals that the year is not a dramatic departure from its predecessor. The index breakdown tells a precise story: crash protection contributes 65 of a possible 70 points, a strong foundation anchored by the NHTSA overall 5-star result and a perfect side and rollover showing. Avoidance technology earns a full 10 out of 10, reflecting the standard fitment of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control across the lineup. The defect record sub-score of 12 out of 20 is where this year's profile gets more complicated. Two recall campaigns, both issued in October, pull the defect score below its potential ceiling. The fuel pump campaign and the steering recall together represent meaningful safety-system exposure, and the complaint tally of 61 reports with steering dominating at 23 alleged cases reinforces the steering recall's relevance to real-world owner experience. The avoidance-system complaint cluster, 8 alleged lane departure issues and 8 alleged forward collision avoidance issues, is worth monitoring given how heavily this vehicle's safety index relies on those systems scoring perfectly.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Honda Civic perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Honda Civic Hatchback achieved a 4 out of 5-star rating for frontal crash protection, preventing a clean sweep of 5-star scores. However, the model did secure 5 out of 5 stars for both side impact and rollover protection. Its rollover risk was assessed at 10 percent, with no dynamic tip recorded during testing. Overall, NHTSA awarded the vehicle 5 out of 5 stars.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20116
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Honda Civic have any recalls?
Yes, two recall campaigns cover this model year. The first targets the fuel system, specifically gasoline delivery via the fuel pump, affecting this Civic alongside several other 2023-2025 Honda models. The second addresses the steering system and spans 2022-2025 Civic variants among others. Neither campaign carries a do-not-drive or park-outside designation based on available data, but remedy completion should be verified by VIN.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP24V763000
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.
Reported 2024-10-14
STEERING24V744000
Risk: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
Reported 2024-10-03
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Honda Civic?
NHTSA has received 61 unverified owner complaints for the 2025 Honda Civic Hatchback. Alleged problem areas include Steering with 23 reported cases, followed by Lane Departure and Forward Collision Avoidance at 8 each, Service Brakes at 8, and Fuel/Propulsion System at 7. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
61 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Honda Civic?
Two recall campaigns, addressing the fuel pump and steering components, affect the 2025 Honda Civic Hatchback. Verification that these remedies have been completed is a critical pre-purchase action for any prospective owner.
- Two NHTSA recall campaigns were issued for the 2025 Honda Civic Hatchback, one covering the fuel pump delivery system and one covering the steering system, both announced in October 2024.
- The frontal crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars is the only category that prevented a clean sweep, while side, rollover, and overall ratings each reached 5 stars.
- The defect record sub-score of 12 out of 20 is the primary reason the Safety Index did not climb higher, directly reflecting the two active recall campaigns on this specific model year.
- Steering is the single most-alleged problem component in the 61 unverified NHTSA complaints for this year, with 23 reported cases, a pattern that aligns with the active steering recall campaign.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Honda Civic places
The 2025 Honda Civic qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Honda Civic safety questions
Was the 2025 Honda Civic crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Honda Civic, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Honda Civic crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Honda Civic earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 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 2025 Honda Civic have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Honda Civic. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Honda Civic?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 61 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Honda Civic. 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 years
Rivals in Hatchback/Wagon (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Mazda Mazda3 | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla | 91/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20116), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Civic 2025.
- 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 3 of 3 in the Hatchback/Wagon class for 2025.
- 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.