2014 Honda Civic: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 99 owner complaints for the 2014 Honda Civic that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11706784 (filed 12/23/2025): “The situation: my vehicle has an open safety recall, nhtsa #15v-574 (honda recall ju2). this recall specifically warns that a software error causes high stress on the cvt drive pulley shaft, which can result in the shaft breaking during operation. because this recall was never performed on my vehicl…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11705893 (filed 12/18/2025): “The contact owns a 2014 honda civic. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. in addition, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled. no warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle wa…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11704866 (filed 12/13/2025): “My car is broken down completely. i take care of it extremely well! the transmission went. out of no where. this needs to be apart of the recall for transmission software may result in pulley damage. i’ve had to get the brakes and rotors completely replaced twice in a year and they need to be done a…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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