Service Bulletin - When the vehicle is put into reverse, the rear camera may display a black and white image. This could occur intermittently, and can change between color display to a black and white display.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2022 Honda Civic electrical problems
moderate Owners of the 2022 Honda Civic have filed 25 NHTSA complaints about the electrical at roughly $850 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See electrical across all vehicles →
Complaints
25
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$850
| Model year | electrical complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Civic | 39 |
| 2019 Civic | 28 |
| 2020 Civic | 28 |
| 2021 Civic | 13 |
| 2022 Civic (this page) | 25 |
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What stands out
Owners have filed 25 electrical complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering electrical 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.
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances when reversing near a chain link fence or highly reflect surfaces, a back-up sensor system abnormal message may be displayed in the multi-information display (MID).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022 Civics with a customer complaint of the speaker sound distorted or no sound. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific information from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022 Civics with a customer complaint of the speaker sound distorted or no sound. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific information from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022 Civics with a customer complaint of the speaker sound distorted or no sound. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific information from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Cruise control failures dominate this cluster. Owners describe it disengaging 20 to 30 minutes into drives—sometimes sooner, sometimes after 800 miles—and refusing to re-engage without a full vehicle shutdown and restart. The HUD flashes "Cruise Control Off" even when it's supposedly on. This happens so often across owners that repair forums have dedicated threads to it.
Separate from cruise issues, multiple owners report complete electrical blackouts while driving: steering locks, doors won't unlock, hazards won't function. Battery tests come back fine. This has happened to at least one owner three times.
Door locks fail intermittently—won't unlock with the fob or won't auto-lock when you leave. Some report their steering wheel locks up mid-turn. One owner crashed as a result.
Acceleration cuts out on highways, and engines die at stop lights with battery warnings. One owner's A/C quit entirely in 110-degree Arizona heat. Another had their rearview camera stuck displaying on the center screen.
ADAS systems throw multiple warnings at once—collision mitigation, adaptive cruise, lane keep—all disabling at the same time. One case resolved after a radar sensor update; another found disconnected wires in the harness.
Dealerships often say they cannot reproduce these faults and decline service. Owners report they cannot always trigger them on demand either, making diagnosis and repair difficult. There's mention of a service bulletin Honda issued, but owners say it hasn't fixed the underlying problem.
Same Honda Civic electrical reports on nearby years: 2019 · 2020 · 2021
Failure modes owners describe
Cruise control (regular and adaptive) disengages randomly
Cruise control shuts off without warning while driving. When attempting to re-engage, the system displays 'Cruise Control Off' and refuses to set a speed, even after multiple activation attempts. The feature will only resume operation after the driver stops, shifts to park, and restarts the vehicle. This occurs across both regular and adaptive cruise control modes.
When: Occurs after 20-30 minutes of driving or randomly during highway operation; one owner reported the issue from day one with 6,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Cruise control abruptly disengages without warning; Unable to re-engage cruise control immediately; Low-tone elongated beep from vehicle system; HUD displays 'Cruise Control Off' or 'ACC Off' message despite being active; System perceives cruise control as off when it is on
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership attempts have included brake switch adjustment and SRS module replacement with no resolution. One owner reports service bulletin issued but did not fix the issue. Temporary workaround requires pulling over, stopping, and restarting vehicle.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: American Honda opened case 12509879 but stated they cannot fix the issue until they witness it occurring, which does not happen during dealership test drives. Honda aware of issue per service bulletin referenced in narratives.
Steering wheel locking up while driving
Steering wheel becomes locked or difficult to turn during normal driving, including mid-turn. One owner experienced this during a right turn, causing a crash into the sidewalk and damage to the bumper and wheel.
When: Reported as ongoing since test drive; one incident during right turn
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel locks up randomly without warning during driving; Steering wheel requires manual override to return to center; Audible sound of wheel locking up
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership inspected but did not repair; one dealership staff indicated this was normal (which owner disputes). Damage sustained includes right side lower bumper and cracked front wheel.
Intermittent engine and acceleration loss
Vehicle loses acceleration suddenly and without warning while driving, particularly on highways. The loss of power creates dangerous situations where following vehicles nearly rear-end the owner's car. The exact electrical or engine component responsible has not been identified.
When: Started about one month prior to complaint; most recent occurrence on date of complaint
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle loses acceleration suddenly and without warning; Acceleration loss during highway driving; No consistent warning lamps or messages prior to failure
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership declined to repair because failure cannot be duplicated during inspection. Vehicle available for inspection upon request.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer has not identified the cause due to intermittent nature of failure.
Engine dies at stops or lights
Vehicle engine shuts off intermittently while stopped at traffic lights or stop signs. Battery warning light illuminates when the failure occurs. Vehicle must be placed in park and restarted to resume operation.
When: Occurs approximately weekly; happens after 3-5 hours of driving on some occasions
Symptoms owners cite: Engine shuts off at traffic lights or stop signs; Battery warning light illuminates; Car feels like ABS is turning on during braking preceding shutdown; All other electronics continue to function
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle must be placed in park, turned off, and restarted. Technician reported no problem found and vehicle was cleared as good to go.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership unable to reproduce; advised vehicle is good to go despite weekly recurrence.
Multiple warning lights activation and electrical anomalies
Vehicle activates multiple warning lights simultaneously (check engine, Adaptive Cruise Control, turn signal warning, collision mitigation, brake system) and becomes unresponsive. In one case, radar sensor malfunction was diagnosed. In another, various wires in the wiring harness were found disconnected.
When: Can occur 30 minutes after parking (one incident); at 59,000 miles another incident with disconnected wires; at 37,900 miles another incident
Symptoms owners cite: Abnormally loud beeping sound from vehicle; Multiple warning lights illuminate simultaneously; Cruise control, automatic high beams, and other functions stop working; Vehicle will not unlock using keyless entry; Instrument panel falsely indicates rear passenger seat occupied when empty
Repairs/costs cited: One incident resolved after system update by dealership (radar sensor malfunction). Another incident involved wires found disconnected within wiring harness but vehicle was not repaired. One vehicle at 37,900 miles was advised diagnostic fee would be charged and was not diagnosed or repaired due to mileage.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer informed contact that diagnostic fee would be charged due to mileage. Manufacturer not notified in one case.
Complete power loss while driving
Vehicle loses all electrical power suddenly while driving. Steering wheel locks, doors lock and will not unlock, hazard lights will not function, and vehicle behaves as though the battery is completely dead. This occurs while the vehicle is in motion, creating severe safety hazard.
When: Has occurred three times to date; one incident in January on freeway
Symptoms owners cite: Complete loss of electrical power while driving; Steering wheel locks; All doors lock and cannot be unlocked; Hazard lights will not illuminate; No power to any vehicle systems
Repairs/costs cited: Driver's side door had to be pried open from outside. Battery has been tested and is functioning normally.
Driver's door lock intermittent failure
Driver's side door lock does not work properly on an intermittent basis. The door will not unlock using the key fob and will not lock automatically when the driver leaves the vehicle. Creates safety concern in emergency situations.
When: Issue began in 2024 and is ongoing; reported May 2025 and again December 2025
Symptoms owners cite: Driver's door intermittently will not unlock; Door will not lock automatically when vehicle is left with key fob; Issue occurs intermittently making diagnosis difficult
Repairs/costs cited: Front door power latch replaced on first repair attempt without resolution. Dealership states they cannot fix intermittent issue and owner left vehicle for extended diagnosis.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: American Honda advised taking vehicle back to dealership for repair.
Rearview camera auto-projects on center display
Rearview camera image automatically displays on the center display when braking is applied, and in some cases remains on the display during the entire drive. This prevents access to other display functions and creates distraction while driving.
When: Issue started on 2/13, reported on 2/16
Symptoms owners cite: Rearview camera automatically projects onto center display when brake is applied; Camera view remains displayed for extended periods including full morning commute; No ability to access other display functions while camera is active
Repairs/costs cited: Likely an electrical short per owner assessment. No dealer inspection completed at time of complaint.
Adaptive Cruise Control and ADAS system malfunction with radar sensor fault
Multiple ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) warnings activate simultaneously including Adaptive Cruise Control, collision mitigation system, and road departure mitigation system. Cruise control, automatic high beams, and other features become non-functional until the issue resolves.
When: Recurring issue; warnings pop up 5-6 times per year starting at 15,000 miles; one incident while parked
Symptoms owners cite: Warnings display: 'Collision mitigation system problem, see dealer' and 'Adaptive cruise control problem see dealer'; Lane keep assist disabled; All cruise control options disabled; Warnings may last seconds to several days; Warnings appear even during dry weather
Repairs/costs cited: One incident resolved after system update due to radar sensor malfunction per dealership diagnostic. Dealership initially attributed to water intrusion but issue continues during dry periods.
Emergency braking activation
Vehicle suddenly engages emergency braking while traveling at highway speeds without warning, causing rapid deceleration. Vehicle repeated this behavior multiple times during single driving event.
When: Occurred while traveling at highway speeds
Symptoms owners cite: Emergency braking suddenly and unexpectedly engages; Rapid reduction in speed; Repeated activation of emergency braking
Tire pressure monitoring system failure
Vehicle does not display tire pressure warning despite tire failure. Front driver side tire sidewall separated from tire and tire flew off rim while vehicle traveling at full speed on freeway, yet no warning light or tire pressure indicator appeared on dashboard.
When: At highway speed, full speed on freeway
Symptoms owners cite: No tire pressure warning light displayed; No warning indicator prior to tire failure; Loud noise when tire separates and flies off rim
Repairs/costs cited: Tire pressure light only appeared after spare tire was installed.
Multiple warning lights on startup
Vehicle displays multiple warning lights on startup after being parked overnight, including evap control, brake, steering, and various automated system warnings. Vehicle runs poorly and is declared unsafe to drive.
When: After overnight parking; vehicle had approximately 59,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Multiple warning lights activate on startup; Vehicle runs poorly; Various automated system warnings
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle towed to dealership as deemed unsafe to drive.
Infotainment and connectivity system issues
Electrical system does not recognize or read connected iOS phone. Additionally, lane departure warning system is inaccurate and requires calibration.
When: From ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Infotainment system will not recognize iOS devices; Lane departure warning inaccurate
Traffic sign recognition providing inaccurate data
Traffic sign recognition system displays inaccurate speed data while driving.
When: At 307 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Traffic sign recognition feature provides inaccurate speed data
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer contacted and informed of failure.
Potential security breach in infotainment system
Vehicle's audio system appears to have unauthorized software installed, potentially allowing third-party tracking and monitoring of vehicle location and operation. Owner reports cyberstalking and tracking through vehicle systems after break-in.
When: Issue ongoing for over one year at time of complaint
Symptoms owners cite: Unauthorized application appears to be installed in audio system; Vehicle location and driving data appear to be tracked by third party; External radio feature may assist with safety features but cannot be removed; Factory reset does not remove suspected embedded application
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership advised downloading mobile app for software update, but owner cannot download due to suspected phone access by tracking party. Software update would normally require mobile app download.
A/C system failure in high heat conditions
Air conditioning system stops blowing air in high ambient temperatures (above 100 degrees Fahrenheit). System does not resume operation after vehicle shutdown and restart.
When: Six occasions beginning end of June 2024 during above 100-degree temperatures
Symptoms owners cite: A/C stops blowing air; System does not resume after shutdown and restart; Occurs in high ambient temperatures above 100 degrees
Fuel pump failure causing repeated stalling
Vehicle equipped with Denso fuel pump that fails intermittently, causing multiple stalls within short timeframe. Problem recurs after extended periods and persists across multiple vehicles of same model.
When: Reported issue; problem recurred after 8 months; replicated on sports model after shop repair
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle randomly shuts down; Multiple stalls (3-5 times) within same day; Issue recurs 8 months after initial occurrence
Repairs/costs cited: Owner reports fuel cleaner application preceded stalling incidents. Vehicle traded in after ongoing issues at 3-month repair shop stay.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda and dealership blamed owner for third-party device in cigarette lighter; complaints to BBB and Honda Corporate were ignored.
Synthesized from 25 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2022 Honda Civic?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 25 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Based on the 25 complaints filed, electrical issues most often appear around 48,450 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical 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 electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical 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
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Honda/Civic.
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