2009 Honda Civic

2009 Honda Civic

The 2009 Honda Civic is a compact car available in sedan, coupe, and hatchback body styles. It is powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 140 horsepower and 128 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with either a five-speed manual transmission or a five-speed automatic transmission.

Engine

• 1.8-liter SOHC i-VTEC
  • Excessive Oil Consumption:
    • Description/Symptoms: The engine burns excessive amounts of oil, leading to low oil levels and potential engine damage.
    • Solution: Replace the piston rings, valve stem seals, or the entire engine.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $5,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Intake Manifold Gasket Failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: The gasket between the intake manifold and the engine head fails, causing a vacuum leak that leads to rough idling, decreased fuel economy, and potential engine damage.
    • Solution: Replace the intake manifold gasket.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600
    • Recalls: 10E040000, 10E041000

Transmission

• Five-Speed Manual
  • No Issues Found
• Five-Speed Automatic
  • Transmission Slipping:
    • Description/Symptoms: The transmission fails to engage properly or slips gears during acceleration or shifting.
    • Solution: Repair or replace the transmission.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Rear Shock Absorber Mount Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The rear shock absorber mounts fail, causing a clunking or grinding noise when driving over bumps.
  • Solution: Replace the rear shock absorber mounts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Premature Tire Wear:
  • Description/Symptoms: The tires wear unevenly or prematurely, causing a decrease in handling and performance.
  • Solution: Have the alignment checked and adjusted.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Headlight Switch Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The headlight switch fails to turn on or off the headlights.
  • Solution: Replace the headlight switch.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• Battery Drain:
  • Description/Symptoms: The battery drains quickly, even when the car is turned off.
  • Solution: Check for parasitic drains and repair any faulty components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Climate Control Knob Malfunction:
  • Description/Symptoms: The climate control knobs fail to adjust the temperature or fan speed.
  • Solution: Replace the climate control unit.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Dashboard Noise:
  • Description/Symptoms: The dashboard develops a rattling or squeaking noise.
  • Solution: Disassemble the dashboard and apply foam or insulation to reduce vibration.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2009 Honda Civic is a reliable and fuel-efficient car, but it is not without its issues. The most common problems owners encounter include excessive oil consumption, intake manifold gasket failure, and rear shock absorber mount failure. While some of these issues can be relatively inexpensive to fix, others can be quite costly. Overall, the severity and cost of the issues should be considered when purchasing a used 2009 Honda Civic.