How many electrical complaints does the 2016 Honda Civic have?

NHTSA lists 144 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Civic, which is 13% of the 1,080 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Honda Civic electrical system?

Yes. Recall 16V526000, reported July 11, 2016, covers a damaged LED side marker light circuit board; dealers inspect and replace taillight assemblies as needed.

At what mileage do 2016 Civic electrical problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 12,235 miles at the time of failure for electrical complaints on this model year.

Did the 2016 Civic electrical issues cause crashes or fires?

NHTSA records 4 crashes and 3 injuries tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Civic, with no fires reported.

How does 2016 compare to other Civic years for electrical complaints?

The 2016 Civic's 13% share is close to 2013 and 2014 (14% each) but lower than 2020's 16% and 2017's 17%, per NHTSA data.

2016 Honda Civic Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 144 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Honda Civic, 13% of that year's 1,080 total complaints. Median mileage at failure was 12,235 miles. One related recall (16V526000) covers a damaged LED side marker light circuit board.

Electrical System complaints: 144; 13% of 1,080
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 12,235 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Steering wheel sticks while driving and the car sometimes fails to restart after extended highway driving.
Third brake light cover inside the rear window loosens or droops, creating a gap and light leak that impairs visibility at night.
Doors fail to unlock or respond to the remote control after the trunk is closed, described by owners as a computer crash.
Bluetooth connection stops working after a period of normal use.
Faulty brake warnings paired with electrical issues left some owners stranded and needing roadside assistance.
Manual key fob loses its programming, and the car fails to start again after a dead battery is replaced.

When 2016 Honda Civic electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 10, 2016, latest Aug 26, 2026.

144 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2016 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2016 Q3 (16).

Electrical System recalls for the 2016 Honda Civic

NHTSA 16V526000Jul 11, 2016Electrical System11,846 vehicles
Exterior lighting
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic 2-Door vehicles manufactured February 23, 2016, through May 20, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a damaged LED side marker light circuit board inside the taillight assembly, making the marker light inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Risk: If a side marker light does not function, vehicle visibility can be decreased to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both the taillight assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KB8.

Electrical System complaints by Civic model year

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

200529 (9%)
2006119 (8%)
200780 (7%)
200855 (6%)
200943 (11%)
201027 (7%)
201117 (10%)
201264 (14%)
201344 (14%)
201442 (14%)
201528 (7%)
2016144 (13%)
2017103 (17%)
201862 (8%)
201936 (8%)
202037 (16%)
202119 (13%)
202240 (5%)
202320 (8%)
20247 (6%)
20256 (9%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2016 Honda Civic have?: NHTSA lists 144 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Civic, which is 13% of the 1,080 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Honda Civic electrical system?: Yes. Recall 16V526000, reported July 11, 2016, covers a damaged LED side marker light circuit board; dealers inspect and replace taillight assemblies as needed.
At what mileage do 2016 Civic electrical problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 12,235 miles at the time of failure for electrical complaints on this model year.
Did the 2016 Civic electrical issues cause crashes or fires?: NHTSA records 4 crashes and 3 injuries tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Civic, with no fires reported.
How does 2016 compare to other Civic years for electrical complaints?: The 2016 Civic's 13% share is close to 2013 and 2014 (14% each) but lower than 2020's 16% and 2017's 17%, per NHTSA data.