The front brake rotors can warp and cause a vibration when braking. The rotors will need to be machined or in cases where they are worn to thin, replaced to correct this issue.
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Honda Civic Si Problems
Plugged Moon Roof Drains May Cause Water Leak
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Plugged moon roof drains can cause a water leak inside the car, usually over the head of the driver or passengers head when turning a corner. Cleaning the drains will fix this problem.
Vibration, Roughness, and Rattle Due to Damaged Engine Mounts
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Damaged engine mounts can lead to vibration and roughness felt in the steering wheel. A rattle in the dash and engine area may also be heard. Replacement of damaged mounts will commonly correct these issues.
Front Struts May Leak Oil
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A fluid leak may develop from one or both front suspension struts. Replacing the struts (usually in pairs) will be necessary to take care of the problem.
Power Window Switch May Fail
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A faulty power window switch can cause the power windows to stop working, or to work intermittently.
Honda Civic Si Recalls (Recent)
Honda and Acura Recall Multiple Vehicles Due to Excessive Air Bag Inflator Pressure
Body, Interior & Misc., February 26, 2010
RepairPal Expert Overview:
Honda has recalled 2001-2003 Civic, 2002-2003 Civic SI, 2001-2002 Accord, 2002 CR-V, 2002 Odyssey, 2003 Pilot, 2002-2003 Acura TL, and 2003 Acura CL vehicles because the driver's side air bag inflator may produce excessive internal pressure. This could cause the inflator to rupture if the air bag deploys. Metal fragments may pass through the air bag material and cause injury to vehicle occupants. Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag inflator.
Honda Recalls 2001-2003 Vehicles Due to Excessive Air Bag Pressure
Body, Interior & Misc., August 31, 2009
RepairPal Expert Overview:
Honda has recalled 2001-2002 Civic, Civic SI, and Accord vehicles and 2002-2003 Acura TL vehicles because the driver's side air bag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure. This may cause the inflator to rupture if the air bag deploys. Metal fragments may pass through the air bag material and cause injury to vehicle occupants. Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag inflator.
Honda Recalls 2003–2004 Vehicles Due to Defective Ignition Switch
Body, Interior & Misc., October 7, 2010
RepairPal Expert Overview:
Honda is recalling 2003 Accord and Civic, and 2003–2004 Element models due to a defective interlock lever in the ignition switch. The lever may deform, which will defeat the interlock function on vehicles with an automatic transmission. This may cause a vehicle that has not been shifted into the "Park" position to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will remove the interlock pin and lever and replace them with new components, free of charge.
Honda Recalls 2008-2009 Civic Sedans for Missing Nut on Fuse Hose Connector Bracket
Engine, October 13, 2008
RepairPal Expert Overview:
Honda recalled a low volume of 2008-2009 Civic sedans for a possible missing nut on the fuel hose connector bracket. In the event of an accident, the bracket could become loose, causing damage to the fuel hose connector, which could cause a fuel leak. Dealers will install the missing nut on the affected units.
Honda Civic Si Questions and Answers
hillstoclimb, 1991 Honda Civic Si, 1.6L 4 Cylinder, Danville, KY
where is the drain for the sunroof located? mine leaks when it rains sometimes and runs down my shirt collar or onto my passenger when i go around a curve. i've read that it is a common prob...
Visitor, 1993 Honda Civic Si, 1.6L 4 Cylinder, Sarasota, FL
I got new brakes nothing to big in name but i was wondering how many miles should i go before they need changed again?
duece, 1990 Honda Civic Si, 1.6L 4 Cylinder, Blaine, WA
the rear hatch light ajar light in dash will not go out even though the hatch is locked and closed....any suggestions
Deja, 1991 Honda Civic Si, 1.6L 4 Cylinder, East Bernard, TX
Only happens when outdoor temp is over 80 degrees.
I'm in Houston area -- so that's 10 mos/yr.
Started a little over a year ago -- now MUCH, MUCH WORSE!
Happens when car has not...
Queens civic si 7, 1993 Honda Civic Si, 1.6L 4 Cylinder, Long Island City, NY
sunroof glass cracked
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I am the proud owner of one of these vehicles, currently with 163K miles. Even after upgrading bolt-ons and putting performance brake system/17" tires, she still gets 36 hwy and 30 city! Everyone who sees or drives it, LOVES it…I routinely have offers on my windshield from random strangers.
Easy to maintain with a little TLC and respect for maintenance schedules. I have never been disappointed by its reliability.
Drawback: it works great with small children but gets a bit crowded when they get bigger (lol…so I make them get their own rides if they get big enough to complain), esp since it is a hatchback.
There are fewer and fewer of these vehicles around, so worth even more to me to keep in tip top shape.
Recommendation: the 2006 Honda paint "Fiji Blue Pearl" is gorgeous on this vehicle, esp with great wheels…every girl appreciates a classic dress and sexy heels ;)
My 90 has 286,000 and counting. Bought in new and it still brings major smiles all the time. It's been my everyday car to work and for fun from day one and I dunno what to say except I think Soichiro Honda made a deal with supernatural forces on behalf of the CRX because it's excellence has not diminished in the 20 plus years of driving it.
A fast car...looks very nice and rare to get...
love my car and now with 725 hp on it is just to good stable car pplz tell me why so much in that newer civic is heavier but i say that much power u need a stable car not a go cart like those crx to get my self kill when the car fly instead of drive lol but i love my car
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