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2016 HONDA Civic PARKING BRAKE Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for PARKING BRAKE issues.

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PARKING BRAKE Safety Recalls

Critical #16V725000 Plain English
Component

PARKING BRAKE

Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
What Happened
Your vehicle's parking brake may not work properly if you turn off the engine immediately after applying it.
Risk if Unfixed
If the parking brake doesn't work, your vehicle could roll away and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
The dealership will update your vehicle's software for free, so your parking brake will work as it should, even if you turn off the engine right away.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Honda Civic two door and four door 1.5L turbo and 2.0L vehicles. The electric parking brake (EPB) may not engage if it is applied immediately after turning the ignition off.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the EPB is not applied, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to allow the EPB to engage immediately after the ignition is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KC6.
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Other HONDA Civic 2016 Recalls

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other HONDA Civic Years

2025
2 recalls
2024
3 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2022
4 recalls
2021
4 recalls
2020
5 recalls
2019
4 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
6 recalls
2015
1 recall
2014
2 recalls
2012
3 recalls
2011
9 recalls
2010
8 recalls
2009
8 recalls
2008
7 recalls
2007
9 recalls
2006
15 recalls
2005
15 recalls
2004
15 recalls
2003
24 recalls
2002
24 recalls
2001
27 recalls
2000
18 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2016 HONDA Civic safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the PARKING BRAKE recall for the 2016 HONDA Civic? (Campaign #16V725000)

Your vehicle's parking brake may not work properly if you turn off the engine immediately after applying it. If the parking brake doesn't work, your vehicle could roll away and increase the risk of a crash. The dealership will update your vehicle's software for free, so your parking brake will work as it should, even if you turn off the engine right away.