What is the true cost of owning a 2020 Honda Civic?

Across 2 real listings analyzed, the 2020 Honda Civic averages a Revvaro Score of 90.5 out of 100 (Unicorn). That score weighs the asking price against projected depreciation, expected maintenance and known model-specific faults.

What are the common problems with a 2020 Honda Civic?

Owners have filed 218 complaints with NHTSA for the 2020 Honda Civic. The most-reported area is Unknown Or Other with 36 complaints.

Are there any recalls on the 2020 Honda Civic?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2020 Honda Civic.

2020 Honda Civic: what it really costs to own

Built from 2 real listings Revvaro has analyzed, combined with federal NHTSA complaint and recall records and EPA fuel economy data. No listing prices or personal details are published.

Average Revvaro Score 90.5/100 Unicorn

Typical asking price $10,800

Typical mileage 1,900 mi

NHTSA complaints 218 filed by owners

What owners actually report

Straight from the NHTSA complaints database for the 2020 Honda Civic — not an estimate.

Unknown Or Other 36

Electrical System 34

Power Train 31

Air Bags 29

Steering 27

Forward Collision Avoidance 24

Fuel/propulsion System 24

Service Brakes 14

Open recalls

5 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles. The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster assembly.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tan
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short cir
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civi

Common issues and what they cost

Battery Failure $150-$250

Premature battery failure has been reported in some 2020 Honda Civics, sometimes as early as 2-3 years or under 20,000 miles. Symptoms include slow cranking or electrical issues.
Infotainment System Glitches $0-$500 (software update may be free under warranty; hardware replacement can be higher)

Owners have reported issues with the touchscreen freezing or Bluetooth connectivity problems, typically within the first 1-3 years regardless of mileage.
Minor Oil Leaks $150-$400

Occasional minor oil seepage from the valve cover gasket or oil pan gasket may occur after 2-4 years, usually seen around 20,000-40,000 miles but possible earlier.

Depreciation outlook

Value today	$12,300
In one year	$11,200 -9%
In three years	$10,000 -19%

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