2016 Honda Civic EX-T in Modern Steel Metallic, front left — Photo: Cutlass, CC0, cropped, Wikimedia Commons

Honda Civic 2016–2021 Parts

10th generation · 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · FWD

67 common parts
8 with factory part numbers
14 recall campaigns
3,296 NHTSA complaints

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Engine 7

Timing kit
Chain or belt depending on the engine. Check your engine size before ordering.
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Valve cover gasket
Oil seeping around the top of the engine or a burning-oil smell.
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Oil pan gasket
Oil drips under the engine. Some engines are sealed with RTV instead of a gasket.
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Engine mount
Vibration at idle or a clunk when shifting into gear.
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Transmission mount
Clunk on acceleration or when shifting between drive and reverse.
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PCV valve
Rough idle, oil leaks or whistling from a stuck valve.
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Turbocharger Turbo engines
Loss of boost, whistling or blue smoke. Turbo engines only.
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Cooling 7

Water pump
Coolant leak at the front of the engine or overheating.
OEM ref: 19200-59B-003
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Radiator
Leaks, clogged fins or overheating in traffic.
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Thermostat
Temperature gauge stays low or climbs high; weak heat.
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Upper radiator hose
Soft, swollen or cracked hose; coolant smell.
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Lower radiator hose
Check clamps and the hose for leaks at the radiator outlet.
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Radiator cooling fan
Overheating at idle or with the A/C on.
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Coolant reservoir
Cracked tank or a cap that no longer holds pressure.
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Fuel 4

Fuel pump
Long cranking, stalling or loss of power under load.
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Fuel injector
Misfire on one cylinder or a fuel smell.
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Fuel filter
Some models use a filter built into the in-tank pump module.
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Gas cap
A loose or worn cap can turn on the check-engine light (EVAP leak).
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Ignition 4

Spark plugs
One plug per cylinder; the EPA lists 4-cylinder engines for this generation. Check your engine before ordering.
OEM ref: 2.0L: 12290-5A2-A02EX Turbo/EX-T/Touring/Type R trims: 12290-59B-003
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Ignition coil
Misfire codes, rough idle or a flashing check-engine light.
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Camshaft position sensor
Check-engine light, hard starting or stalling.
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Crankshaft position sensor
No-start or stalling when hot.
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Brakes 10

Front brake rotors
Pulsing pedal or steering wheel shake when braking.
OEM ref: 45251-TBA-A00
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Front brake pads
Squeal from the wear indicator or a grinding noise.
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Front brake caliper
Car pulls to one side or a pad wears unevenly.
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Rear brake rotors
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
OEM ref: 42510-TBA-A00
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Rear brake pads
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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Rear brake caliper
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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Rear brake drums If equipped
For versions with rear drum brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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Rear brake shoes If equipped
For versions with rear drum brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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ABS wheel speed sensor
ABS or traction-control light on; front and rear sensors differ.
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Brake hose
Cracked or swollen rubber lines; a soft pedal.
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Suspension 8

Front strut assembly
Bouncing, nose-dive when braking or leaking fluid.
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Rear shock absorber
Bouncy rear end or uneven tire wear.
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Front lower control arm
Clunk over bumps from worn bushings.
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Ball joint
Clunk or wander; check for play with the wheel off the ground.
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Sway bar link
Rattle or knock over small bumps.
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Front wheel bearing
Humming noise that changes with speed.
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Rear wheel hub and bearing
Humming or grinding from the rear that rises with speed.
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Rear coil spring
Sagging rear or a broken coil.
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Steering 3

Outer tie rod end
Loose steering or uneven front tire wear.
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Inner tie rod
Clunk when turning; replace in pairs and align.
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Steering rack
Leaks, play in the wheel or a knock when turning.
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Electrical 6

Battery
Slow cranking or electrical warnings. Check group size before ordering.
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Alternator
Battery light on, dim lights or a dead battery.
OEM ref: 31100-5BA-A01
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Starter
Click or slow crank when you turn the key.
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Blower motor
Weak or no air from the vents on some fan speeds.
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A/C compressor
Warm air from the vents or a noisy clutch.
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Tire pressure sensor
TPMS warning stays on after setting tire pressures.
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Exhaust 5

Upstream oxygen sensor
Check-engine light and higher fuel use.
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Downstream oxygen sensor
Monitors the catalytic converter; often codes P0420/P0430.
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Catalytic converter
Rattle, sulfur smell or catalyst efficiency codes.
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Muffler
Louder exhaust, rust holes or rattles underneath.
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Exhaust manifold gasket
Ticking noise on cold start or exhaust smell.
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Drivetrain 3

Front CV axle
Clicking when turning or a torn boot.
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Clutch kit Manual transmission
Slipping, high engagement point or a hard pedal.
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Transmission fluid
EPA lists: 6-speed manual, CVT. Use the fluid type in your owner's manual.
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Body & Lighting 5

Headlight assembly
Hazy or yellowed lenses. Housings vary by year and trim; confirm fitment.
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Headlight bulb
Check the bulb number on your old bulb or in the owner's manual. LED units have no bulb.
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Tail light assembly
Cracked lens or moisture inside the housing.
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Side mirror
Choose the side and features (heated, power fold, signal).
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Wiper blades
Replace every 6–12 months; driver and passenger lengths differ.
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Filters & Maintenance 5

Oil filter
Change with every oil service.
OEM ref: LX/Sport/EX/SE trims, 2017–21: 15400-RTA-003
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Engine air filter
Check every oil change; replace when dirty.
OEM ref: EX/EX-T/EX-L/LX/SE/Si/Touring/Sport: 17220-5AA-A00Touring LE and Type R, 2017–21: 17220-5BF-A00
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Cabin air filter
Weak airflow or musty smell from the vents.
OEM ref: 80291-TF3-E01
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Serpentine belt
Squeal or cracks across the ribs. Some engines, including many hybrids, have no accessory belt; check yours.
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Belt tensioner
Replace with the belt if the arm shakes or the pulley is noisy (belt-driven engines).
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Icons are generic illustrations made for this site and do not show the exact part. Parts that depend on engine, drive or powertrain are marked using EPA data for this generation; confirm fitment with your VIN before ordering. Factory part numbers are shown as a reference when available; confirm the number with your old part or VIN before ordering. Price links search by part name and vehicle.

About the 2016–2021 Civic

Overview

The 10th generation Honda Civic covers the 2016–2021 model years in the US. The EPA lists 3 powertrains for this generation: 1.5L 4-cyl turbo (2016–2021), 2.0L 4-cyl (2016–2021) and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (2017–2021). Drive types: FWD. Transmissions: 6-speed manual, CVT.

The parts list above covers items commonly replaced on these vehicles, grouped by system.

Engines & specs

Engine	Years	Drive	Transmission	EPA MPG
1.5L 4-cyl turbo	2016–2021	FWD	6-speed manual, CVT	FWD: 26–32 city / 35–42 hwy / 30–36 comb.
2.0L 4-cyl	2016–2021	FWD	6-speed manual, CVT	FWD: 25–31 city / 35–40 hwy / 29–34 comb.
2.0L 4-cyl turbo	2017–2021	FWD	6-speed manual	FWD: 22 city / 28 hwy / 25 comb.

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov vehicle data.

Common problems reported to NHTSA

Mention in complaint	2016–17	2018–19	2020–21
Steering problems	659 / 1,693	440 / 1,209	104 / 394
Air conditioning or heater	342 / 1,693	136 / 1,209	20 / 394
Brake problems	220 / 1,693	100 / 1,209	70 / 394
Fuel pump or fuel system	21 / 1,693	256 / 1,209	29 / 394
Electrical or battery problems	103 / 1,693	61 / 1,209	18 / 394
Stalling or loss of power	52 / 1,693	98 / 1,209	18 / 394
Airbag warning or airbags	56 / 1,693	45 / 1,209	42 / 394

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA (3,296 for 2016–2021), counted by words in the complaint text. One complaint can mention several issues; the second number is all complaints for those years.

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Top components in complaints
2016	5	1,084	Steering, Unknown Or Other, Electrical System
2017	6	609	Steering, Unknown Or Other, Electrical System
2018	6	754	Steering, Unknown Or Other, Fuel System, Gasoline
2019	4	455	Steering, Fuel / Propulsion System, Fuel System, Gasoline
2020	5	243	Unknown Or Other, Electrical System, Power Train
2021	4	151	Steering, Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking, Electrical System

Source: NHTSA (U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) recalls and complaints data, retrieved November 2026.

Recalls (14 campaigns)

Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine (2016, NHTSA 16V074000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic vehicles manufactured September 22, 2015, to February 3, 2016 and equipped with 2.0L engines.
Exterior Lighting (2016, NHTSA 16V526000)
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic 2-Door vehicles manufactured February 23, 2016, through May 20, 2016.
Parking Brake (2016, NHTSA 16V725000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Honda Civic two door and four door 1.5L turbo and 2.0L vehicles.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Fuel Pump (2016–2021, NHTSA 23V858000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, …
Air Bags: Sensor, Occupant Classification (2016–2021, NHTSA 26V332000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 20…
Power Train: Driveline, Driveshaft (2017, NHTSA 17V706000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles.
Air Bags (2017, NHTSA 18V266000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles.
Steering: Electric Power Assist System (2017–2018, NHTSA 18V663000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles.
Equipment: Other, Owners / Service / Other Manual (2017–2018, NHTSA 18V817000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles.
Equipment: Other, Labels (2018, NHTSA 18V421000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Civic vehicles.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Fuel Pump (2018–2019, NHTSA 20V314000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Fuel Pump (2019–2020, NHTSA 21V215000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic C…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Master Cylinder (2020–2021, NHTSA 23V458000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles.
Air Bags: Sensor, Occupant Classification (2020–2021, NHTSA 24V064000)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V,…

Source: NHTSA. Check open recalls for your vehicle with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.