2006 Honda Civic Hybrid Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 7%of 55 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 150,950miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the brakes of the 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid, 7% of the 55 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 150,950 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Due to poor performance after a recent Honda ima hybrid battery software update, the electronic battery had turned itself off in order to extend its life. When the battery turned off, the primary electronic brakes were also turned off. When an accident happened on the opposing direction of traffic, it sent debris across the freeway barrier into my lane. I attempted to decrease my speed in order to maneuver around the debris, but I did not have sufficient braking power. …”
NHTSA complaint #10608176, filed 2014-07, 186,900 miles“While pulling into a parking spot in a parking garage where I am working a temp for 2mo. My car wouldn't stop and seem to be racing ,into the brick wall (no way to stop), I called Honda dealer that worked on my car 2 weeks prior, and they put on machine and drove it and tested they say, and couldn't find any problems they even called Honda dealer. Something is not right . I have neck and upper thoracic pain. It was a night mare. Please help us . American Honda!! Front end damage. Bumper got repaired 1month ago from a truck running a red light .”
NHTSA complaint #10979660, filed 2017-04, 115,000 miles“Driver was coming down a hill and around a curve and pressed the brakes to slow down and there was absolutely no response from the brakes. The driver was forced to pull the hand brake on the car - causing the car to swerve into the oncoming lane. The car was then hit by an oncoming car. The car was completely totaled and the driver suffered multiple injuries.”
NHTSA complaint #10713440, filed 2015-04, 120 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. The contact detached and re-attached the battery and the vehicle operated as intended. The contact stated that a fault code would show regarding an issue with the braking system. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who confirmed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V106000 (Electrical System). The mechanic was unable to confirm the exact cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11419677, filed 2021-06, 195,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10052477May 1, 2013Honda: the engine shuts off, power on, but in accessory; never use conventional wheel & tire assemblies on pax vehicles; mil on after throttle body cleaning or replacement; s/m…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 13% |
| 2013 | 1 | 11% |
| 2012 | 2 | 17% |
| 2010 | 1 | 8% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
| 2007 | 1 | 2% |
| 2006 | 4 | 7% |
| 2005 | 1 | 2% |
| 2004 | 1 | 3% |
| 2003 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid
21 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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