With over 20 million vehicles sold across the world throughout its lifetime, the Honda Civic has been a popular vehicle since its debut. Hailed for its reliability, longevity and laudable gas mileage, it is understandable that Civic owners would want to do everything in their power to protect their investment. That is where the CarShield service contract comes into play.
All About the Honda Civic
Since it launched in 1972, the Honda Civic has been praised for its safety and reliability as a personal and commuter vehicle. It seats approximately five people and comes in sedan or hatchback styles. Depending on the year of the vehicle, the Civic can average anywhere from 28 to 40 highway miles per gallon. It also regularly ranks high in crash and safety ratings, which helps it to remain a top choice over most competitors.
Common Repairs and Service Required by the Honda Civic
Finding parts and technicians to repair and service a Civic is usually easy thanks to the popularity of the make and model. However, the Civic is not immune to traditional wear and tear and the need for an occasional replacement part. These are a few of the common repairs that owners of this vehicle may encounter:
- Airbag Light: The occupant position sensor may fail over time, causing the airbag light to come on.
- Vibration or Rattling: Some model years have had poorer engine mounts, which may lead to the engine vibrating or rattling. If your Civic is running rough, the engine could be the issue.
- Wiper Motor: Some Civics have had the motor on the wipers fail, causing the wipers not to work properly.
- Hood Release Handle: The cable of the hood release has broken off at the handle in some Civics. Power Window Switch: Over time and with regular use, the power window switch in some models may fail and require replacement.
- Shift Control Solenoid: The shift control solenoid aids in transmission fluid flow. When this solenoid fails, it may make shifting gears feel quite rough, particularly when moving from first to second gear in automatic transmissions.
In addition to the common repairs noted above, the 2001 model year Civics tend to experience a greater need for repair, in particular, due to a poor transmission. While other model years may require common repairs, 2001 vehicles may need some extra attention.
In addition to repairs, Civics require regular service and maintenance for maximum performance. It is important to have tires rotated, alignment checked and systems serviced at recommended intervals for best results. For the Civic, a maintenance check should be performed approximately every 7,500 to 10,000 miles.
Honda Civic Extended Warranty
While they are generally considered to be reliable vehicles, repairs and service for Honda Civics can still lead to costs that add up over time. No matter if your initial purchase was of a new vehicle or a used one, most Civic owners drive their car well beyond when the original warranty expires. Many of the protections afforded by a factory warranty expire after only three years of car ownership. If you purchased the car used, you may never benefit from factory warranty protections at all. Extended warranties are available to purchase through Honda, but they are limited in the coverage they provide. For maintenance to be covered under a Honda extended warranty, it must be done at an authorized Honda dealership, this limits your ability to easily access repairs, especially if you break down far from home.
Honda Civic Service Agreement
A Honda Civic service contract functions as a replacement for your Honda Civic warranty. Similar to an extended warranty, a service contract covers repairs that arise due to normal wear and tear on your vehicle. While there are exceptions that exist within any policy, many of the repair concerns that come along with owning a Honda Civic qualify for coverage.
Depending on how much you drive, maintenance can easily cost you over $1000 a year. Unlike factory warranties, there are many different versions of service contracts to choose from. This helps protect you from having to pay out of pocket for repairs down the road, even if you can not afford an extended warranty through the dealer. Not every vehicle qualifies for a service agreement, but you can easily get a free quote to see if yours does.
Protect Your Vehicle With CarShield
At CarShield we offer a range of plans with different types of vehicles in mind. Regardless of whether you purchased your vehicle new or used, we may be able to offer you a replacement for your Honda Civic warranty. With plans available that can fit within a variety of budgets and cover many different maintenance concerns, chances are we can match you with coverage that works for you. Get a free quote today and start protecting yourself from unexpected repair expenses.
