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 2015 Civic Hybrid.
The 2015 Honda Civic Hybrid is a passenger car equipped with an automatic transmission that uses variable gear ratios, and it calls for 3.9 quarts of 0W‑20 oil at each service interval. Its EPA fuel‑economy ratings stand at 43 mpg city, 45 mpg highway and 44 mpg combined. Owner‑reported issues total 365 complaints, with the power‑train category leading the list, and the model has been subject to a single recall. In the broader 2004‑2025 complaint history, the 2015 model sits well below the 2006 peak of 1,457 complaints but remains above the recent low of 7 in 2025, indicating a moderate reliability profile for this generation.
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 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.
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Overall length | 179.5 in |
| Overall width | 68.9 in |
| Overall height | 56.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Curb weight | 2877 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 59.1 / 59.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 61/39 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 43 / 45 / 44 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 95 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 11 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 3.9 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. 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 CVTF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.0 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 5.80 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 5.472 |
| Engine Coolant | Use Honda Type 2 antifreeze |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 5.4 |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | Step 1 - 52 ft-lbs; Step 2 - 90 degrees. |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 24 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 33 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 24 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 16 |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 33.0-36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 133 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 | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 13.2-15.0 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | SE-10Y (P/N 38899-RCJ-A01 or 38899-RMX-A01) |
| Oil Capacity | 8.1-8.4 oz |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.83-1.00 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 38-45 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 57-63 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 48-55 psi |
| Engine Compression | 142 min psi / Max variation 28 psi |
| Engine Compression | 128 min, Max Variation 29 psi |
| Engine Compression | 135 min. / Max Variation 29 psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.006-0.007 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.010-0.011 in |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 25; Rear: 17 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 80; Rear: 55 |
| ABS Sensor Torque | 7.2 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 25; Rear: 17 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 80; Rear: 55 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 37; Rear: 17 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 80; Rear: 55 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.060 in |
Prep Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at point A and point B. Point A = 45.00 mm from thread end and point B = 50.00 mm from thread end. If either diameter is less than 11.3 mm (0.445 in), Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.
| 1 | 30.0 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | If using new bolts turn an additional 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 130 | |
Prep Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at point A and point B. Point A = 45.00 mm from thread end and point B = 50.00 mm from thread end. If either diameter is less than 11.3 mm (0.445 in), Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.
| 1 | 30.0 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | If using new bolts turn an additional 60 degrees | 60 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.
The federal record for this generation shows a massive spike in complaints peaking in 2006 and 2007, followed by a general decline through 2011. The 2015 model falls at the end of this trajectory, recording 365 complaints, which is a moderate increase from the 282 complaints seen in 2014. The most frequent issues for 2015 were in the Power Train (139 complaints) and Air Bags (41 complaints), though the data does not specify the root causes of these failures. With only one recall and three investigations, the 2015 model is significantly more stable than the early-to-mid generation years. Given the low recall volume and the overall trend away from the 2006 peak, this is a good year to buy.
All 365 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 66 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A22-045 | 2022-10-21 | Electrical System | Service Bulletin - Sensors on the vehicle may have misinterpreted the catalyst as… |
| ONLH9802252021 | 2021-02-25 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Owner Notification Letter - This warranty only covers vehicles that have a defective… |
| A20-030 | 2020-12-18 | Engine And Engine Cooling | "Service Bulletin - The Motor Power Inverter (MPI), also known as the Intelligent… |
| ABOM12182020901 | 2020-12-18 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Dealer Message - Today, December 18, 2020, American Honda is announcing a warranty… |
| A19050B | 2019-05-16 | Steering | ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both… |
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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3.9 qt of 0W-20 STARBURST, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 43 city / 45 highway / 44 combined mpg.