2022-2023 Honda Civic Head Cover Oil Leak Investigation
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is actively collecting parts from certain 2022-2023 Honda Civic 1.5L Turbo and 2.0L vehicles experiencing oil leaks from the head cover gasket. This initiative aims to understand the root cause of the issue before repairs are attempted.
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- Honda Civic
- 2022
Why Honda is Investigating the Honda Civic Head Cover Leak
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is currently investigating an oil leak concern affecting certain 2022-2023 Honda Civic 1.5L Turbo and 2023 Honda Civic 2.0L vehicles. The manufacturer is seeking to collect specific parts from vehicles exhibiting a Honda Civic head cover leak to better understand the root cause of this condition.
This initiative is crucial for Honda to gather data before any repair attempts are made. By collecting these parts, Honda aims to develop a comprehensive solution for the head cover gasket oil leak issue.
Symptoms of a Head Cover Oil Leak
The primary symptom of this issue is an oil leak originating from the head cover gasket area. Owners or technicians may notice visible oil seepage or drips from the engine's head cover. This can be identified during routine maintenance or if a customer reports an oil leak.
Qualifying Conditions for Honda's Parts Collection Program
Honda is interested in collecting parts only if the vehicle meets specific criteria. Owners should be aware of these conditions to determine if their vehicle might qualify for the program related to the Honda Civic head cover leak:
- For 1.5L Turbo models (EX, Touring, Si): The vehicle's manufactured date on the driver's door jamb must be after April 2022. Vehicles manufactured before this date do not qualify.
- For 2.0L models (LX & Sport): The vehicle's manufactured date on the driver's door jamb must be after June 2023. Vehicles manufactured before this date do not qualify.
- There must be a confirmed oil leak from the head cover area. This applies to both 1.5L and 2.0L engines.
- Previous repair attempts are acceptable, provided the cylinder head cover or gasket has not been replaced.
- The vehicle must not have been involved in a collision.
What Owners Should Do
If your 2022-2023 Honda Civic exhibits an oil leak from the head cover area and you believe it meets the qualifying conditions, you should contact your local authorized Honda dealership. The dealership will need to contact Honda's Technical Information & Support (TIS) group for further instructions.
It is important that no repair attempts are made on the head cover gasket or cylinder head cover before Honda has had the opportunity to collect the parts. This ensures that the components are in their original condition for analysis. The dealership will provide specific information to TIS, including your vehicle's VIN, mileage, and photos of the leaking area.
Important Note for Dealerships
Dealership personnel who identify and report a qualifying vehicle that is subsequently accepted into Honda's parts collection program may receive a VISA gift card as a gesture of appreciation. Technical Information & Support (TIS) will provide additional details regarding this incentive.
Source: NHTSA ID 11009199
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the problem with the 2022-2023 Honda Civic head cover leak?
- American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is investigating oil leaks from the head cover gasket in certain 2022-2023 Honda Civic 1.5L Turbo and 2.0L models. They are collecting parts from affected vehicles to understand the cause before repairs are attempted.
- How do I know if my Honda Civic is affected by the head cover oil leak investigation?
- Your vehicle must be a 2022-2023 Honda Civic 1.5L Turbo (manufactured after April 2022) or a 2023 Honda Civic 2.0L (manufactured after June 2023). It must also have a confirmed oil leak from the head cover area, have had no prior head cover/gasket replacement, and not have been in a collision.
- What should I do if my 2022-2023 Honda Civic has an oil leak from the head cover?
- If your vehicle meets the qualifying conditions for the Honda Civic head cover leak investigation, you should contact your authorized Honda dealership. It's important not to attempt any repairs on the head cover or gasket before Honda has collected the parts for analysis.
- Will I be compensated if my vehicle is part of this investigation?
- The document indicates that dealership personnel who identify and report a qualifying vehicle may receive a VISA gift card. It does not specify direct compensation for owners, but participating in the program helps Honda find a solution for the Honda Civic head cover leak issue.
What Honda Civic owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 46 model years.
- 16,711
- Owner complaints
- 94
- Recalls
- 1,769
- Service bulletins
- 1,775
- Crashes reported
- 179
- Fires reported
- 1,484
- Injuries reported
The 2023 model year
263 complaints, the 25th most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 19 crashes, 0 fires and 12 injuries for this year, which also has 4 recalls on file.
Engine, the system this article covers, accounts for 1,163 of 16,711 complaints (7%), including 9 for 2023.
Complaints by model year
| 2001 | 1,079 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 702 | |
| 2006 | 1,462 | |
| 2007 | 1,270 | |
| 2008 | 981 | |
| 2016 | 1,082 | |
| 2017 | 606 | |
| 2018 | 752 | |
| 2022 | 889 | |
| 2023 | 263 |
Most-reported systems
- Air Bags — 2,938
- Steering — 2,631
- Power Train — 1,883
- Electrical System — 1,666
- Engine — 1,163
Latest recalls for the 2023 model year
- 24V859000 — Seats (Nov 2024)
- 24V744000 — Steering (Oct 2024)
- 23V704000 — Steering (Oct 2023)
Recent owner reports about engine
The contact owns a 2023 Honda Civic Hatchback. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
Read owner complaints →Transmission constantly jerking and feeling rough while shifting especially at lower speeds.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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