2006 Honda Civic

Introduction

The 2006 Honda Civic is a compact sedan that is known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and practicality. It is available with either a 1.8-liter or 2.0-liter engine, and either a 5-speed manual transmission, a 5-speed automatic transmission, or a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

People generally like the 2006 Honda Civic for its fuel efficiency, reliability, and practicality. However, some people have reported issues with the vehicle’s engine, transmission, suspension, electrical system, and interior.

Engine

1.8-liter Engine

• Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold runner control valve can fail, causing the engine to stall or run poorly.
  • Solution: Replace the intake manifold runner control valve.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• VTC Actuator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The VTC actuator can fail, causing the engine to lose power or stall.
  • Solution: Replace the VTC actuator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

2.0-liter Engine

• No Issues Found

Transmission

5-Speed Manual Transmission

• No Issues Found

5-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Shift Solenoid Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The shift solenoid can fail, causing the transmission to shift erratically or not shift at all.
  • Solution: Replace the shift solenoid.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Torque Converter Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The torque converter can fail, causing the transmission to slip or shudder.
  • Solution: Replace the torque converter.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500
  • Recalls: None Found

CVT

• CVT Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The CVT can fail, causing the vehicle to lose power or stall.
  • Solution: Replace the CVT.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut Mount Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The strut mount can fail, causing the vehicle to handle poorly and make noise.
  • Solution: Replace the strut mount.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• Ball Joint Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The ball joint can fail, causing the vehicle to handle poorly and make noise.
  • Solution: Replace the ball joint.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Starter Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The starter can fail, preventing the vehicle from starting.
  • Solution: Replace the starter.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The alternator can fail, causing the battery to drain and the vehicle to lose power.
  • Solution: Replace the alternator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Clock Display Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The clock display can fail, causing the time to be incorrect.
  • Solution: Replace the clock display.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found
• Radio Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The radio can fail, causing it to lose power or not work properly.
  • Solution: Replace the radio.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2006 Honda Civic is a reliable and practical vehicle, but it can have some issues. The most common issues are with the engine, transmission, suspension, and electrical system. The severity of the issues can vary, and the cost to fix them can range from $100 to $3,000. However, overall, the 2006 Honda Civic is a good value for the money.