Honda Civic NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2022 Honda Civic an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the Honda Civic at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 5 ★ rollover.
Honda Civic Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2022 Honda CIVIC 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 | 877 |
| 2021 | 2021 Honda CIVIC 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 | 139 |
| 2018 | 2018 Honda Civic 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 | 598 |
| 2017 | 2017 Honda Civic 5 HB FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 6 | 578 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Honda Civic Safety FAQ
Is the Honda Civic a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Honda Civic an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Honda Civic?
The Honda Civic scores 5 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 9.5%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Honda Civic have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Honda Civic as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.