SERVICE BULLETIN - DURING ASSEMBLY, SOME WHEEL SPEED SENSORS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED AND DO NOT SEAL THE HUB ASSEMBLY.WATER MAY ENTER THE HUB ASSEMBLY AND DAMAGE THE WHEEL BEARING. IN AREAS WHERE ROAD SALT IS USED, THE WHEEL BEARINGS MAY CORRODE, WHICH MAY CAUSE THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE AND FALL OFF.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2007 Honda Civic wheels problems
severe 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $400 · see wheels across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$400
1crash
1injury
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering wheels on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
HONDA: THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF, POWER ON, BUT IN ACCESSORY; NEVER USE CONVENTIONAL WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLIES ON PAX VEHICLES; MIL ON AFTER THROTTLE BODY CLEANING OR REPLACEMENT; S/M FIX BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING, DIALOGUE FOR DVD SURROUND SOUND FROM FRONT SPEAKERS ONLY. VARIOUS MODELS AND MODEL YEARS.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners describe two interconnected wheel problems: rapid, uneven tire wear and premature bearing failure.
The tire wear is the most common complaint. Rear tires develop scalloping or cupping—a wavy, worn pattern—within months of replacement, forcing owners to buy new tires 2–4 times yearly despite modest driving. Multiple owners traced this to rear suspension geometry; one found rear camber locked at negative 2.5 degrees on both sides (non-adjustable), and another cited an extension arm failure. Honda issued a Service Bulletin for 2006–2008 Civics and a recall (Q56) addressing the issue, but owners report the fixes did not stop the premature wear. Excessive vibration and noise accompany the wear, and handling becomes dangerous in winter conditions.
Wheel bearings are also failing prematurely. Owners report bearing noise from the rear wheels and one owner needed front left and rear bearing replacement by 80,000 miles. A recall addressed wheel bearings, but one owner suspects the recall repair was not effective.
Less commonly, owners report sharp stock wheel edges that cut tires on low-speed curb contact, and one collision at 7,000 miles where the vehicle lost braking and steering at highway speed on an exit ramp—though the specific cause was not documented in that complaint.
Honda has acknowledged these problems internally but stopped covering tire replacement or performing further fixes.
Same Honda Civic wheels reports on nearby years: 2006 · 2008
Failure modes owners describe
Scalloped/cupped rear tire wear from suspension geometry
Rear suspension design causes abnormal tire wear patterns—scalloping or cupping on inner and outer edges—requiring premature tire replacement multiple times per vehicle life. Owners report replacing tires 2–4 times yearly despite light driving. Excessive vibration and noise accompany the wear.
When: Occurs within months of tire replacement; one owner noted wear visible within ~25,000 miles of new tire installation
Symptoms owners cite: Scalloped or cupped tire tread; Uneven wear on inner edge of tires; Excessive vibration from rear, especially on highway; Loud tire noise from rear; Poor handling in slippery conditions; Vehicle instability in winter conditions
Repairs/costs cited: Rear camber measured at negative 2.5 degrees on both sides (non-adjustable). Honda Service Bulletin addressed the issue for 2006–2008 Civics; owners report bulletin-authorized suspension work performed without resolving the tire wear. Tire replacement only; underlying suspension geometry not correctable.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda issued Service Bulletin for 2006–2008 Civic era; recall fix (#Q56) attempted but did not resolve tire wear. Honda ceased performing fixes and stopped replacing tires under warranty despite documented awareness of the problem.
Rear extension arm failure causing alignment and tire wear
Defective rear extension arm contributes to alignment failure and chronic uneven tire cupping. One owner explicitly reported an extension arm problem; subsequent recall attempt did not resolve cupping or tire wear.
When: Problem noticed approximately one month after vehicle purchase; continuous recurrence
Symptoms owners cite: Cupping (scalloped wear pattern) on tires; Extremely noisy, unstable ride; Uneven and irregular tire wear
Repairs/costs cited: Tires replaced four times by owner; no parts repair documented as effective. Owner reports paying for rear tires more than twice yearly.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda recall attempted but did not fix the problem. Honda acknowledged the concern but ceased tire replacement coverage.
Wheel hub failure causing excessive tire wear
Rear wheel hub failure produces excessive tread wear on associated tires, requiring premature tire and hub replacement.
When: Detected during routine tire replacement service
Symptoms owners cite: Excessive tread wear on tires
Repairs/costs cited: Rear passenger side wheel hub replaced by authorized Honda dealer
Rear wheel bearing noise and premature failure
Rear wheel bearings deteriorate prematurely, producing audible grinding or bearing noise. One owner reported both front left and rear wheel bearings required replacement by 80,000 miles.
When: Approximately 80,000 miles (one reported case); one owner noted bearing noise shortly after purchase (2013) on a 2007 model
Symptoms owners cite: Grinding or bearing-type noise from rear wheels; Extreme inner tire wear on both rear wheels accompanying bearing noise
Repairs/costs cited: Wheel bearing replacement required
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall issued regarding wheel bearings; owner reports recall fix may not have been performed correctly.
Sharp wheel edge design causing tire puncture
Stock alloy wheel edges are not rounded or curved as on other vehicles. Sharp edges cut into tires upon contact with curbs or road hazards, causing flat tires at very low speeds (below 10 mph).
When: Low-speed curb contact (below 10 mph)
Symptoms owners cite: Tire sidewall cut by wheel edge at point of impact; Flat tires from minor curb strikes
Repairs/costs cited: Tire replacement required after puncture
Wheel structural failure at highway speed (unspecified cause)
At 7,000 miles and 60 mph on an exit ramp, vehicle lost braking ability and steering control, resulting in guardrail collision and owner injury. Recall letter Q56 regarding wheels was issued but cause of specific failure not documented.
When: 7,000 miles, attempted highway exit at 60 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Loss of braking (vehicle did not decelerate or stop despite braking); Loss of steering control; Vehicle struck guardrail; owner sustained minor injuries
Repairs/costs cited: Cause of failure not identified; major vehicle damage incurred
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall Q56 issued regarding wheels; underlying cause not addressed in complaint.
Synthesized from 12 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the wheels problem on the 2007 Honda Civic?
It's a meaningful issue. 12 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $400.
At what mileage does the wheels typically fail?
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most wheels failures cluster between 7,000 and 100,000 miles, with the median around 53,020. A quarter of owners report trouble before 7,000; a quarter make it past 100,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $400 for wheels repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to wheels?
No active recalls currently cover wheels issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Honda/Civic.
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