How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Honda Civic?

NHTSA lists 111 brake-related complaints for the 2016 Honda Civic, which is 10% of the 1,080 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall on the 2016 Honda Civic?

Yes. Recall 16V725000 covers the electric parking brake (EPB), which may not engage if applied immediately after startup; Honda's remedy is a software update.

Do the 2016 Civic brake complaints involve crashes?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 11 crashes and 1 fire among the 111 brake complaints for the 2016 Civic.

At what mileage do 2016 Civic brake problems tend to occur?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2016 Civic is 20,000 miles.

2016 Honda Civic Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 111 brake complaints for the 2016 Honda Civic, 10% of its 1,080 total complaints for the year, with 11 crashes and 1 fire reported. A related recall (16V725000) covers an electric parking brake that may not engage right after startup, and median mileage at failure is 20,000.

Brakes complaints: 111; 10% of 1,080
Crashes reported: 11
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 20,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the electric parking brake (EPB) failing to hold, letting the car roll away while parked, sometimes into other vehicles, poles, or structures.
Several complaints describe the EPB warning light coming on along with stability assist and power steering warnings, followed by loss of confidence in the braking system.
Some drivers report the brake pedal going to the floor with reduced or delayed braking response, in one case leading to a rear-end collision.
One complaint describes the automatic emergency braking system (CMBS) applying full braking unexpectedly while driving over metal plates in the road.
A complaint tied directly to recall 16V725000 describes an ABS module failure accompanied by vehicle shudder and an EPB warning light at 55 mph.

When 2016 Honda Civic brake complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 8, 2016, latest Jun 9, 2026.

111 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2016 Q1 to 2026 Q2; peak 2016 Q4 (13).

Brakes recalls for the 2016 Honda Civic

NHTSA 16V725000Oct 11, 2016Brakes350,083 vehicles
Parking brake
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Honda Civic two door and four door 1.5L turbo and 2.0L vehicles. The electric parking brake (EPB) may not engage if it is applied immediately after turning the ignition off.
Risk: If the EPB is not applied, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to allow the EPB to engage immediately after the ignition is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KC6.

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 2016 Honda Civic?: NHTSA lists 111 brake-related complaints for the 2016 Honda Civic, which is 10% of the 1,080 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall on the 2016 Honda Civic?: Yes. Recall 16V725000 covers the electric parking brake (EPB), which may not engage if applied immediately after startup; Honda's remedy is a software update.
Do the 2016 Civic brake complaints involve crashes?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 11 crashes and 1 fire among the 111 brake complaints for the 2016 Civic.
At what mileage do 2016 Civic brake problems tend to occur?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2016 Civic is 20,000 miles.