Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 Civic.
The 2016 Honda Civic is a passenger car that has accumulated 1,061 owner complaints, with steering standing out as the top reported problem area and five recalls on record. Within the Civic's 1990–2022 complaint history, that total sits below the 2006 high of 1,402 complaints but well above the 1990 low of 102, placing the 2016 model in the upper portion of reported problem volume for the nameplate. For researchers, that combination of elevated steering complaints, five recalls, and a complaint count closer to the historical peak than the floor makes the 2016 Civic a notable reference point when assessing later-model Civic reliability.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 15R · 340 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 | 182.3 in |
| Overall width | 74 in |
| Overall height | 55.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Curb weight | 2743 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 61 / 61.4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | EX-L Coupe 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 6.60 sec | 15.10 sec | 174 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | Touring Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 6.80 sec | 15.30 sec | 174 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | Touring Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 6.80 sec | 15.30 sec | 174 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | Touring Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 6.90 sec | 15.30 sec | 174 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | Touring Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.20 sec | 15.50 sec | 174 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | LX Coupe 2.0L I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.80 sec | 158 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | Touring Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.70 sec | 174 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | LX Coupe 2.0L I-4 | 7.60 sec | 15.90 sec | 158 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Honda HCF-2 transmission fluid |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.9 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Engine Coolant | Use Honda Type 2 anti-freeze/coolant, |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 5.6 qt |
| Engine Coolant | Use Honda Type 2 antifreeze |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 5.4 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 29.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 33.0-36.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK, DENSO |
| Spark Plug Gap | .039 - .043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK, DENSO |
| Spark Plug Gap | .047 - .051 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 20 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK, DENSO |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.83-1.00 lbs |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 15R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 340 cca |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.008-0.010 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.010-0.011 in |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.006-0.007 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.010-0.011 in |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.008-0.010 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.010-0.011 in |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 25; Rear: 17 /; Front: 25; Rear: 18 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 80; Rear: 55 / |
| ABS Sensor Torque | 7.2 / NS |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.060 in |
| Minimum Shoe Thickness | 0.079 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .827; Rear: .315 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil.
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 165 degrees | 165 degrees |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil.
| 1 | 30.0 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Looking at the federal record, complaints for the Honda Civic rose steadily from the early 1990s, peaked in the mid‑2000s, then fell to a low of 168 in 2011 before climbing again. In 2016 the complaint count jumped to 1,061, which is markedly higher than the surrounding years (377 in 2015 and 574 in 2017). Recall activity in 2016 was five recalls, similar to the 2015 figure of one and the 2017 figure of six, indicating that the spike in complaints was not accompanied by a proportional increase in recalls. The trend shows a sharp upward spike in complaints in 2016 within an otherwise declining phase after 2011, suggesting a temporary increase in reported issues for that model year. Given the elevated complaint volume without a corresponding recall surge, a prospective buyer should treat the 2016 Civic as a year that warrants extra pre‑purchase scrutiny or consider neighboring years with lower complaint counts.
All 1,061 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic 2-Door vehicles manufactured February 23, 2016, through May 20, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a damaged LED side marker light circuit… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both the taillight assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may…
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… 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…
Showing 5 of 316 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A25-076 | 2025-07-28 | Engine | Service Bulletin - Oil leak at timing chain tensioner inspection cover due to possible… |
| ATI&08062024906 | 2024-08-06 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020… |
| ATI&07222024906 | 2024-07-22 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020… |
| ATI&07052024901 | 2024-07-06 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Dealer Message - Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for… |
| A23-039 | 2024-06-19 | Visibility/Wiper | Service Bulletin - Due to a new North America regulation which introduces a new… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.