At the shop, Honda suspension issues have a recognizable signature. 1,359 documented complaints across 89 year-model entries from 2005 to 2025 is consistent with what we see come in. 2007 Honda Civic tops the list, but the pattern repeats across years. Multiple generations are affected. 50 crash reports and 30 injuries on the record. Severity is real, not theoretical. Across the 674 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 50,325 miles. Average shop fix runs about $900 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. A quick test drive over rough pavement reveals more than the carfax. Listen for clunks on bumps and watch the steering wheel for tramlining.
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89 model-year entries · 2005–2025
Honda suspension problems
1,359 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Honda vehicles for suspension issues. 4 active recall campaigns. See suspension across all makes →
Complaints
1,359
Recalls
4
Year-models
89
Avg fix
$900
50crashes
30injuries
Worst-affected Honda model-years for suspension Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2007 Honda Civic
240 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2006 Honda Civic
194 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2008 Honda Civic
97 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2005 Honda Pilot
33 complaints · ~$900 severe
2007 Honda CR-V
30 complaints · ~$900 severe
2008 Honda CR-V
28 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2011 Honda Pilot
26 complaints · ~$900 severe
2009 Honda Civic
25 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2008 Honda Element
23 complaints · 1 recall · ~$900 moderate
2005 Honda CR-V
23 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2005 Honda Odyssey
22 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2015 Honda CR-V
19 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2012 Honda CR-V
19 complaints · ~$900 severe
2006 Honda Pilot
18 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2010 Honda Accord
17 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2008 Honda Accord
17 complaints · ~$900 severe
2010 Honda Pilot
16 complaints · ~$900 severe
2007 Honda Accord
16 complaints · ~$900 severe
2013 Honda CR-V
15 complaints · ~$900 severe
2012 Honda Accord
14 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2011 Honda CR-V
14 complaints · ~$900 severe
2009 Honda Pilot
14 complaints · ~$900 moderate
2007 Honda Element
14 complaints · ~$900 severe
2009 Honda CR-V
13 complaints · ~$900 severe
2006 Honda CR-V
13 complaints · 1 recall · ~$900 moderate
Active recalls — Honda suspension 5 on file
Honda is recalling 241 my 2008 element vehicles
A separated bushing bracket could cause the suspension to release the lower portion of the wheel hub, causing a loss of control and damage to the brake system which could lead to a crash.
Fix: Owners will be contacted by phone and advised to stop driving their vehicles until they have taken their vehicle to a dealer for inspection. Dealers will inspect the left rear trailing arm and, if necessary, replace it free of charge. The recall began on july 25, 2008. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Honda is recalling certain model year 2006 cr-v vehicles
As a result, a loss of steering can occur, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production lot stamp on the passenger-side front lower arm and, if necessary, replace the lower arm, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about april 17, 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012, odyssey vehicles manufactured from october 31, 2011, through november 30, 2011
If the nut loosens, the front hub assembly would only be attached by one bolt, allowing the wheel assembly to shift to an extreme inward angle, resulting in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda contacted all nine owners by phone on december 19, 2011, and repaired the vehicles as necessary free of charge. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
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A right front lower control arm fracture can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the right front lower control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PIY.
Honda is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Honda accord v6 and model year 2011 Honda pilot vehicles
Loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealer will inspect and replace any loose front damper bracket bolts or spindle nuts on the pilot if necessary. Dealer will inspect and replace the spindle nuts on the accord v6 if necessary. The safety recall began december 23, 2010. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Common questions
How many Honda suspension complaints are on file with NHTSA?
1,359 complaints across 89 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 4 active recall campaigns cover suspension issues across the Honda lineup.
Which Honda model has the most suspension complaints?
The 2007 Honda Civic leads with 240 complaints in this category. Next: 2006 Civic (194) and 2008 Civic (97).
What does it cost to fix Honda suspension problems?
Independent shops average $900 for suspension repairs across the Honda lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Honda suspension recalls?
Yes — 5 active recall campaigns cover suspension on Honda vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Honda.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.