2002 Honda Civic Common Problems

Known issues & solutions
Model Years:
Problem:

Passenger's Airbag Inflator recall

A potential concern may exist with the passenger’s airbag inflator in your vehicle and a Product Safety Recall will be conducted.

In some vehicles, the passenger’s front airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure upon deployment in the event of an accident. If this happens, metal fragments could possibly shoot out, straight through the airbag cushion material towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality.

Solution:

The customer is requested to make an appointment with their nearest Honda Dealer to have this recall actioned. As a precautionary measure, the Dealer will replace the passenger front airbag inflator free of charge.

Models affected:
  • 2002 Honda Civic GLI 7TH GEN
Problem:

CRV-HRV Mudflap Recall

The rear mug guards (mud flaps) on the vehicle do not meet the requirements of Australian Design Rule 42/04, General Safety Requirements.

The current rear mud guard (mud flap) does not fully cover the rear wheel to the required specification as listed in Australian Design Rule 42/04. The rear mud guard (mud flap) on the vehicle do not pose any safety concern for the customer.

Solution:

The rear mud guards (mud flaps) will be replaced, free of charge.

Models affected:
  • 2002 Honda Civic GLI 7TH GEN
Problem:

Ignition Switch Park Interlock Recall

A potential concern may exist with the ignition switch interlock and a Product Safety Recall will be conducted.

The ignition switch interlock is designed to prevent the ignition key from being removed unless the transmission gear lever is in the “Park” position. If the interlock does not function correctly, it may be possible to remove the ignition key without placing the gear lever in the “Park” position. If the gear lever is not placed in the “Park” position and the handbrake is not applied when you leave the vehicle, the vehicle may roll unexpectedly.

Solution:

The customer is requested to make an appointment with their Honda Dealer to inspect and / or replace the vehicle’s ignition switch interlock, which will be completed free of charge.

Models affected:
  • 2002 Honda Civic GLI 7TH GEN