Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 Civic.
The 2023 Honda Civic requires 3.7 qt of 0W‑20 API engine oil, a specification that defines its basic service need. It has recorded 253 total owner complaints, with steering cited as the top issue and four recalls logged. When placed alongside the Civic’s complaint history from 1990 to 2022 — where the highest yearly total was 1,402 in 2006 and the lowest was 102 in 1990 — the 2023 figure lies near the low end of that spectrum, reflecting the model’s continued reliability improvement.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Enhanced Flooded Battery is vented to the outside of vehicle: 47 · 450 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 179.1 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Overall height | 55.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in |
| Curb weight | 2998 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 61 / 62.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 61/39 |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Civic of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Type R 5-door Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 4.90 sec | 13.50 sec | 315 hp | FWD |
| 2023 | Type R 5-door Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.00 sec | 13.50 sec | 315 hp | FWD |
| 2023 | Type R 5-door Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.20 sec | 13.80 sec | 315 hp | FWD |
| 2023 | Type R 5-door Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.30 sec | 13.90 sec | 315 hp | FWD |
| 2022 | Si HPT Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 6.60 sec | 14.90 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
| 2022 | Si HPT Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 6.70 sec | 15.00 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
| 2022 | Si HPT Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 6.80 sec | 15.10 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
| 2022 | Si HPT Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.10 sec | 15.30 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 3.7 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 94.0 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to Use new washer: 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Engine Oil | API · 0W-20 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.7 qt |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s) | Use a new O-Ring: 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 15.0 ft-lbs |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | 55.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 87.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 90.0 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | Use new washer: 30.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 94.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | Drain and Fill: 32.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | Drain: 36.0 ft-lbs; Fill: 32.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | Check Bolt: 15.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | Transmission in Neutral: 820 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | ± 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | ± 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | Transmission in Neutral: 750 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | ± 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | ± 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | Transmission in Neutral or Park: 800 rpm |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.95-1.06 lbs |
| Oil Group | POE |
| Oil Type | RB100EV-01 |
| Oil Capacity | 3.72-4.16 oz |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.95-1.06 lbs |
| Oil Group | POE |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 56.6 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 63.8 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 56.6-63.8 psi |
| Engine Oil Pressure | Engine @ Idle: 13.1 Minimum psi |
| Engine Oil Pressure RPM | 65.3 Psi Minimum @ 3,000 rpm |
| Engine Oil Pressure | Engine @ Idle: 13.1 Minimum psi |
| Engine Oil Pressure RPM | 40.6 Psi Minimum @ 3,000 rpm |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | 0.079" in |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.079 |
| Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: 0.827; Rear: 0.315 |
| Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: .906; Rear: .354 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | 0.00059" |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | 0.0016" |
| Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .906; Rear: .315 |
| Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: .984; Rear: .354 |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2022 model year recorded 877 federal complaints, a sharp increase from 134 in 2021, indicating a recent upward swing in reported issues. In the target year 2023, the dominant complaint categories are steering‑related (168 reports) and related lane‑departure concerns (8 reports), together accounting for a sizable share of the 18 crash‑related complaints. No fire‑related complaints were logged for the 2023 target year, but the overall complaint volume remains elevated compared with the low‑hundreds seen in the early 2020s. The recall and investigation counts for 2022 (4 recalls, 2 investigations, 116 TSBs) are modest, yet the spike in complaints suggests growing reliability concerns. Consequently, the 2023 model year is not the most advisable purchase without further verification of service history and warranty coverage.
All 253 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic… Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion… Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…
Showing 5 of 91 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A23-094 | 2026-04-22 | Structure | Service Bulletin - There is a dull creaking, rubbing, popping, or clicking noise coming… |
| ATI&04082026901 | 2026-04-08 | Power Train | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2023… |
| ATI&03252026907 | 2026-03-25 | Power Train | Dealer Message - American American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain… |
| ATI&03172026902 | 2026-03-17 | Power Train | Dealer Message - American American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain… |
| ATI&03032026906 | 2026-03-03 | Power Train | Dealer Message - American American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain… |
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3.7 qt of Honda Genuine API Premium Grade 0W-20 Motor Oil, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.