√2022-2023 Honda Civic recalled due to hybrid system fault
A fault in the hybrid Honda Civic electronic control unit (ECU) can eliminate fault codes without warning or confirmation, falling foul of local vehicle regulations.
Honda Australia has recalled 164 examples of its 2022-2023 Honda Civic e:HEV, after local regulators discovered a technical glitch could lead to the hybrid variant’s engine fault codes being cleared without warning.
The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due to a software fault the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) can be reset when the vehicle switches to electric drive. This will erase stored vehicle fault codes and turn off the check engine light if it is activated.
“Vehicles do not comply with Australian Design Rule 79/04 because the check engine light may be inadvertently turned off and stored failure codes erased.”
| Date of recall notice | 22 May 2023 |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Civic (e:HEV only) |
| Year | 2022-2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 164 |
| VIN list | Click here to download the list of affected VINs |
| Contact link | Click here to contact the manufacturer |
A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 164 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.
Honda Australia has advised customers to take their vehicle to a Honda Dealer for an ECU software update, free of charge.
Owners who want more information about the recall can contact Honda’s Customer Relations team by phone on 1800 804 954 or via email at customerservice@honda.com.au.
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