How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Honda Civic?

NHTSA lists 44 brake-related complaints for the 2013 Honda Civic, which is 14% of the 319 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Honda Civic?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for brake problems on the 2013 Honda Civic.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 Civic?

The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2013 Civic is 16,532 miles.

How does the 2013 Civic compare to other years for brake complaints?

The 2013 Civic's brake complaints make up 14% of its total complaints, higher than 2015 (5%), 2018 (4%), and 2022 (2%), but lower than 2010 (24%) and 2011 (20%).

Have brake issues on the 2013 Honda Civic caused crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data ties 2 crashes and 1 injury to brake-related complaints on the 2013 Honda Civic, with 0 fires reported.

2013 Honda Civic Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 44 brake complaints for the 2013 Honda Civic, 14% of its 319 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure is 16,532 miles, and there are 2 crashes and 1 injury tied to this component, with no related recalls on file.

Brakes complaints: 44; 14% of 319
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 16,532 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners describe the VSA modulator failing, triggering Check VSA, Check ABS, Check Brake System, and Check Power Steering warning lights in sequence.
Some drivers report the brake pedal not depressing enough to stop the car, including one case where the car rolled backward unexpectedly.
Owners report brakes grinding, feeling unstable, and causing the car to skid or swerve during hard stops, with pads and rotors needing early replacement.
Repeated caliper and rotor replacements are reported, with brakes overheating and failing to stop the car after highway or city stop-and-go driving.
Diagnostic scans in several complaints show the ABS system failing above 30 mph after the VSA/ABS warning lights appear.

When 2013 Honda Civic brake complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 2, 2013, latest Aug 29, 2026.

44 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2013 to Aug 2026; peak Jan 2014 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2013 Honda Civic

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Civic model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201094 (24%)
201133 (20%)
201247 (10%)
201344 (14%)
201422 (8%)
201518 (5%)
2016111 (10%)
201744 (7%)
201829 (4%)
201934 (8%)
202018 (8%)
202118 (13%)
202222 (2%)
202314 (5%)
20247 (6%)
20258 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Honda Civic?: NHTSA lists 44 brake-related complaints for the 2013 Honda Civic, which is 14% of the 319 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Honda Civic?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for brake problems on the 2013 Honda Civic.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 Civic?: The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2013 Civic is 16,532 miles.
How does the 2013 Civic compare to other years for brake complaints?: The 2013 Civic's brake complaints make up 14% of its total complaints, higher than 2015 (5%), 2018 (4%), and 2022 (2%), but lower than 2010 (24%) and 2011 (20%).
Have brake issues on the 2013 Honda Civic caused crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data ties 2 crashes and 1 injury to brake-related complaints on the 2013 Honda Civic, with 0 fires reported.