Recall 11V106 affects 36,656 2006-2007 Honda Civic Hybrid vehicles for voltage converter failure. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 36,656 2006-2007 Civic Hybrid vehicles because the voltage converter for the Integrated Motor Assist system can fail. When it fails, the headlights turn off, the engine stalls, and the vehicle cannot be restarted, increasing crash risk; the Honda dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The voltage converter in a 2006-2007 Honda Civic Hybrid is part of the electrical system that moves power from the Integrated Motor Assist system to the car's electrical components. In plain terms, it helps take energy from the hybrid system and feed the circuits that keep vehicle electronics powered while the car is running.
On affected Civic Hybrid vehicles, that converter is subject to failure. When it stops relaying power, the electrical components that depend on that supply lose the power path they are supposed to receive from the hybrid system. The defect is electrical, not a normal wear item or a routine service adjustment.
There is no warning sign before failure. That means an owner should not rely on a dashboard light, noise, smell, or change in driving feel to confirm the converter is about to stop working.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2006 and 2007 Civic Hybrid model years, with the same electrical-system component listed for both years.
| 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid | electrical system |
| Units affected | 36,656 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A voltage converter failure shuts off the headlights, stalls the engine, and prevents the vehicle from restarting. That raises crash risk, especially at night or in traffic. Schedule the recall repair soon and use extra caution until it is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2007 Honda Civic Hybrid is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask about the free voltage-converter replacement that fixes the IMA power failure affecting the headlights, engine, and restart function.
- Reference recall number 11V106 when you call, and bring the Honda owner notice if you have it.
- Call Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009 and select option 4 if the dealer needs help locating the recall.
- Drive cautiously until Honda confirms the repair is complete; pull over safely if the headlights turn off, the engine stalls, or the Civic Hybrid will not restart.
What happens at the repair
The source remedy does not mark a current remedy status, but it says the dealer repair is a voltage converter replacement. When the repair is available for your VIN, a Honda technician replaces the voltage converter that routes IMA system power to the vehicle's electrical components. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Honda's recall repair began on March 25, 2011, so ask the Honda service desk to confirm parts and scheduling for your VIN before the appointment.
Timeline
| March 2, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 25, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V106?
Recall 11V106 covers 36,656 2006-2007 Honda Civic Hybrid vehicles with a voltage converter that can fail in the Integrated Motor Assist system. That failure can turn off the headlights, stall the engine, and prevent restart. Honda dealers replace the voltage converter for free.
What should I do if my 2006-2007 Honda Civic Hybrid is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Civic Hybrid is included in recall 11V106. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the voltage converter replacement. Reference recall number 11V106 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Honda's remedy says dealers replace the voltage converter free of charge. Any franchised Honda dealer can perform the recall repair, regardless of where you bought the vehicle.
What is the safety risk in recall 11V106?
The safety risk is loss of headlights, engine stall, and no restart after the voltage converter fails. That condition increases crash risk because the vehicle can lose lighting and propulsion while driving. If your VIN is included, schedule the free Honda dealer repair.
What if I bought my Honda Civic Hybrid used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received an owner letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your Civic Hybrid is included, then call a franchised Honda dealer and reference recall 11V106.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V106000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-800-999-1009 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V106 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V106000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →