Recall overview
Honda has initiated a safety recall in the United Kingdom covering up to 46,152 Civic vehicles due to concerns related to optional accessory wheels, not the standard factory wheels. The action applies to 2017–2021 model year Civic 5 Door cars and forms part of a wider European campaign flagged by the European Commission.
Who is affected
- Model years: 2017–2021
- Body style: Civic 5 Door hatchback
- Market: United Kingdom (as part of a broader European action)
- Scope: Only vehicles fitted with specific optional accessory wheels; standard wheels are not the focus
- Volume: Up to 46,152 units could be impacted (upper limit, not confirmed affected count)
What Honda will do
Customer notification letters are scheduled for early 2026. Each letter will include a QR code allowing owners to upload photos of their wheel sets so Honda can verify whether the vehicle has the specific accessory wheels covered by the recall. Based on this verification, Honda will determine if an inspection or repair is required. No timeline for completing inspections or repairs was provided.
What remains unknown
- The exact nature of the safety risk
- Details of the inspection process and repair remedy
- Whether work will be performed at franchised dealerships and expected inspection duration
- Any stop-use or stop-drive advisories
- Specific accessory wheel designs or part numbers involved
- A start date for dealer inspections or completion schedule
Why accessory-related recalls require verification
Accessories can be added or removed over time and are not always recorded in factory build data. Photo validation helps confirm whether a particular vehicle carries the accessory wheels under recall. The UK action aligns with a European Commission alert, with national-level recalls used to inspect and remedy affected products.
What owners should expect
- Receive Honda’s notification letter in early 2026.
- Use the included QR code to submit wheel photos as instructed.
- Await Honda’s confirmation on whether an inspection or repair is needed.
- Further details on the remedy and timing will follow from Honda.
Honda’s statement did not report any injuries or incidents related to this issue.
