Question 1

Is the Honda CIVIC TYPE R reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Honda CIVIC TYPE R has 26 total NHTSA complaints across 3 model years. The most reliable years are 2023 (6 complaints). Years to avoid: 2021 (13 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Honda CIVIC TYPE R should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2021 Honda CIVIC TYPE R. The 2021 model has the most complaints (13) with the top issue being ELECTRICAL.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Honda CIVIC TYPE R?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Honda CIVIC TYPE R are 2023 (6 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2023	6	The contact owns a 2023 Honda Civic Type-R. The co...	Excellent Reliability
2021	13	Infotainment system reboots while driving, lose ac...	Below Average
2019	7	While driving on the freeway at 70 mph, my car sta...	Average

Honda CIVIC TYPE R — All Years

Honda CIVIC TYPE R — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid