Check engine light on due to excessive second clutch wear on Honda Civic

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025

Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

Excessive second clutch wear (automatic transmission) can cause the car not to move and set a check engine light. Replacing the transmission is necessary when this happens.

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Honda Civic vehicles with this problem

5 model years affected

Average mileage: 110,775 miles

(97,000 - 122,325)

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