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2022 Honda CIVIC SI

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

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Quick Summary

The 2022 Honda CIVIC SI has 89 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 8.9x the segment average of 10. The most common issue is steering problems (76% of all complaints), specifically: after driving at highway speeds for some time >10minutes, the steering wheel exhibits a "stickiness" when moving it out of straight ahead. with some extra pressure, the steering wheel then moves, jumping into a turned position, then moving smoothly through its motion. this effect continues for the e.

1 crash report 1 injury

89

Total Complaints

0

Recalls Issued

/5

Safety Stars

8.9x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

STEERING

68 complaints
76%
  • After driving at highway speeds for some time >10minutes, the steering wheel exhibits a "stickiness" when moving it out of straight ahead. With some extra pressure, the steering wheel then moves, jumping into a turned position, then moving smoothly through its motion. This effect continues for the e
  • When traveling straight down the road, most noticeably at interstate speeds, the car will start to drift ever so slightly in one direction. You start adding steering angle to go straight and can feel the electric steering weight ramp up like it should. Then all of a sudden it gets light and corrects
  • Steering wheel sticks at speed over 30mph. Much more noticeable at highway speeds. Small corrections just off center car jerks to which ever the direction of steering wheel was corrected to. Resulting in sticking recorrection.
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

After driving at highway speeds for some time >10minutes, the steering wheel exhibits a "stickiness" when moving it out of straight ahead. With some extra pressure, the steering wheel then moves, jumping into a turned position, then moving smoothly through its motion. This effect continues for the e

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2022 Honda CIVIC SI

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$1,687
Full coverage / month
$141
Liability only / year
$611
vs US avg
+1%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age1.05x
= Full coverage estimate$1687

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Honda CIVIC SI Service Intervals

Oil change
8K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
8K mi
Brake fluid
36 months
Transmission fluid
30K mi
Engine coolant
60K mi
Spark plugs
100K mi
Cabin air filter
15K mi
Engine air filter
30K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
30K mi

Maintenance Minder shows exact intervals based on your driving. CVT-equipped models (Civic, HR-V, Accord Hybrid) need CVT fluid service, not conventional ATF.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Honda New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
3 yr / 36K mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
8 yr / 100K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
5 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36K mi

These are the terms for a new Honda. If you're buying a used 2022 CIVIC SI, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Honda dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

STEERING(~50K mi)
$500
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)
$500
SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)
$500
AIR BAGS(~50K mi)
$500
TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 89 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • STEERING: After driving at highway speeds for some time >10minutes, the steering wheel exhibits a "stickiness" when moving it out of straight ahead. With some extra pressure, the steering wheel then moves, jumping into a turned position, then moving smoothly through its motion. This effect continues for the e

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: When traveling straight down the road, most noticeably at interstate speeds, the car will start to drift ever so slightly in one direction. You start adding steering angle to go straight and can feel the electric steering weight ramp up like it should. Then all of a sudden it gets light and corrects

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • SPEED CONTROL: Sticking steering wheel when driving for extended periods of time. Notchy feel with stuck feeling after driving. Causing an oversteering effect in the car. Not a smooth steering experience

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • AIR BAGS: Steering wheel airbag did not deploy at impact but knee airbags deployed Airbag in steering wheel did not deploy when impact occurred Vehicle is currently at body collision shop under review and inspection Currently being inspected at body collision No known warning lamp or messages prior to failu

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Honda CIVIC SI — Year Comparison

How does 2022 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
89
Recalls
0
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
1
Injury reports
1
Segment avg
10

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