The Brake Pedal May Feel Hard After Starting the Engine Cold on Honda Civic

Submitted by Jim Taddei · May 29, 2025

Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The brake pedal may feel hard after a cold start at higher altitudes. Our technicians tell us replacing the power brake booster and updating the computer software should correct this concern.

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Honda Civic vehicles with this problem

3 model years affected

Average mileage: 87,402 miles

(53,000 - 129,206)

Repairs related to this problem

Brake Booster Replacement

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