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1986 Honda Civic recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1986 Honda Civic. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1986 Honda Civic recalls, newest first

May 24, 1995NHTSA 95V1030013,700,000 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly

Summary
The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Consequence
The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles. Carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. Check that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tug on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, then press the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows any sign of breakage or cracking, or if either buckle fails to operate properly, promptly contact your authorized Honda/Acura dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent the failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 18, 1988NHTSA 88V180000360,198 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer

Summary
Under high ambient temperatures front windshield wiper contact unit could loosen and become dislodged.
Consequence
This could result in windshield wiper failure and wouldaffect driver visibility.
Remedy
Install a contact unit holder that would prevent loosening.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 20, 1986NHTSA 86V04500017,338 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Summary
Left side drive shaft could develop cracks near the outer joint.
Consequence
Consequence of defect: during high stress situations, such as rapid acceleration or deceleration, the drive shaft could break without warning and cause a sudden loss of power and a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Replace left drive shaft with a properly manufactured part.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 35 complaints about the 1986 Honda Civic with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Service brakes5
  2. Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly4
  3. Engine and engine cooling › Engine3
  4. Fuel system3
  5. Seat belts › Front › Retractor3

Other Honda Civic years

Other 1986 Honda models

Questions

Does the 1986 Honda Civic have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: seat belts, visibility, power train. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1986 Honda Civic recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Honda dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1986 Honda Civic?
35 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.