Recall 14V109 affects 9,816 2014 Honda Civic vehicles for tire bead damage. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 9,816 2014 Civic LX vehicles because tire beads were damaged during mounting, leaving the tires vulnerable to air loss. Tire damage can increase crash risk, and the dealer repair will be free once Honda makes the remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The tire bead is the reinforced edge of the tire that sits against the steel wheel rim. On the 2014 Honda Civic, that bead keeps the tire seated and helps the tire hold air against the rim while the vehicle is driven. The bead has to stay smooth and intact for the tire to seal correctly.
This recall centers on damage that happened during tire mounting on affected Civic LX vehicles. The bead was pinched between the assembly equipment and the steel wheel rim, which damaged the tire at the edge that locks it to the wheel. That turns an assembly problem into a tire integrity problem, because the damaged area is part of the tire's seal and seating surface.
There is no warning sign before failure. A tire with bead damage does not give the driver a clear sound, light, or handling clue before the damaged area becomes a problem.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Honda Civic | tire |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 9,816 |
Not every 2014 Honda Civic is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
Tire damage can let the tire lose air, increasing crash risk. Schedule the inspection soon and avoid driving on a tire that is losing air. If air loss appears, stop in a safe place and call the dealer before continuing. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Honda Civic is included in this recall.
- Watch for Honda's owner letter if you have not received one, then contact a franchised Honda dealer for next steps.
- Ask the dealer to inspect the tires and replace any tire damaged during mounting, since bead damage creates a risk of air loss.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V109 and Honda recall JD8 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the tire inspection is complete. Stop driving if a tire loses air or shows visible damage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician inspects each recalled tire for bead damage from the mounting process. Any damaged tire is replaced under the recall, with parts and labor covered. Honda began the recall on April 15, 2014, and the listed remedy path is dealer inspection followed by tire replacement when damage is found. Because the remedy status is not marked available in this section input, treat scheduling details as dealer-confirmed: call a Honda dealer with your VIN and ask whether the JD8 repair is open for your Civic.
Timeline
| March 10, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 15, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V109?
Recall 14V109 covers 9,816 2014 Honda Civic LX vehicles with tire bead damage from tire mounting. The damage can let a tire lose air and increase crash risk. Honda dealers inspect the tires and replace any damaged tire for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Honda Civic is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Civic is included in recall 14V109. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the tire inspection. Reference recall number 14V109 when you call. The repair began on April 15, 2014.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Honda's remedy says dealers will inspect the tires and replace any damaged tire free of charge at a franchised Honda dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tire air loss from bead damage. If an affected tire loses air while driving, vehicle handling and braking distance can change, increasing crash risk. Check your VIN, then have a Honda dealer inspect the tires if your Civic is included.
What if I bought this Honda Civic used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law covers the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Civic is included, then reference recall number 14V109 when you contact a Honda dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V109000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-800-999-1009 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V109 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V109000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (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 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →