Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Honda civic. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH the vehicle stalled and would not shift into the next gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic test. After test driving the vehicle the dealer could not identify the issue. The contact stated the vehicle continued to stall while in third gear. The failure mileage was 19,000.
2011 Honda Civic powertrain problems
moderate Owners of the 2011 Honda Civic have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the powertrain at roughly $2,500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See powertrain across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$2,500
| Model year | powertrain complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 Civic | 90 |
| 2008 Civic | 45 |
| 2009 Civic | 18 |
| 2010 Civic | 9 |
| 2011 Civic (this page) | 3 |
| 2012 Civic | 43 |
| 2013 Civic | 18 |
| 2014 Civic | 98 |
| 2015 Civic | 169 |
What stands out
Of the 17 model years of Honda Civic we track for powertrain problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (3).
No new NHTSA powertrain complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 13 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2011 Honda Civic?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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/2011/Honda/Civic.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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