How many transmission and powertrain complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Honda Civic?

NHTSA lists 29 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Civic, about 5% of the 593 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission or powertrain recall on the 2017 Honda Civic?

Yes. Recall 17V706000 covers 2017 Civic Sedan and Coupe models where the right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength. Dealers inspect the halfshaft's serial number and replace it as necessary.

At what mileage do 2017 Civic transmission problems typically show up?

NHTSA's data shows a median mileage of 25,000 miles at the time of failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2017 Civic.

Did the 2017 Civic's transmission problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records 1 crash and 2 injuries tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Civic, with no fires reported.

Is the 2017 Civic worse than other years for transmission complaints?

The 2017 Civic's 29 Transmission & Powertrain complaints and 5% share are lower than 2015's 176 complaints (46% share) and 2014's 98 complaints (34% share), among the years NHTSA tracks for this model.

2017 Honda Civic Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 29 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Honda Civic, about 5% of its 593 total complaints for the year. There is one related recall (17V706000) for an improperly heat-treated right halfshaft, plus reports of unintended rolling and sudden acceleration loss, with a median failure mileage of 25,000.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 29; 5% of 593
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 25,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle rolled forward or across traffic after being parked in what the driver believed was the 'park' position, in one case causing a collision.
Gear shifter felt loose and could shift between modes with only a slight tap, without pressing the brake or release button.
Sudden loss of acceleration while driving, with the car revving but failing to engage a gear, in some cases stalling in the roadway.
Owners reported CVT transmission failure occurring after long, otherwise trouble-free ownership periods.
Some owners linked transmission problems to a right halfshaft that NHTSA recall 17V706000 says may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength.

When 2017 Honda Civic transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 21, 2017, latest Sep 27, 2025.

29 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2017 to Sep 2025; peak Feb 2019 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2017 Honda Civic

NHTSA 17V706000Nov 9, 2017Transmission & Powertrain5,404 vehicles
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles. The right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength.
Risk: The improper heat treatment can result in the halfshaft breaking, preventing the engine from moving the vehicle, and can allow a possible roll away situation if the parking brake is not engaged. This can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the halfshaft's serial number, replacing it as necessary and aligning the front wheels, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K0E.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Civic model year

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

201012 (3%)
20114 (2%)
201249 (11%)
201322 (7%)
201498 (34%)
2015176 (46%)
201636 (3%)
201729 (5%)
201814 (2%)
201913 (3%)
202031 (14%)
20212 (1%)
202210 (1%)
20236 (2%)
20246 (5%)
20255 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission and powertrain complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Honda Civic?: NHTSA lists 29 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Civic, about 5% of the 593 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission or powertrain recall on the 2017 Honda Civic?: Yes. Recall 17V706000 covers 2017 Civic Sedan and Coupe models where the right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength. Dealers inspect the halfshaft's serial number and replace it as necessary.
At what mileage do 2017 Civic transmission problems typically show up?: NHTSA's data shows a median mileage of 25,000 miles at the time of failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2017 Civic.
Did the 2017 Civic's transmission problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records 1 crash and 2 injuries tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Civic, with no fires reported.
Is the 2017 Civic worse than other years for transmission complaints?: The 2017 Civic's 29 Transmission & Powertrain complaints and 5% share are lower than 2015's 176 complaints (46% share) and 2014's 98 complaints (34% share), among the years NHTSA tracks for this model.