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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Automatic emergency braking (AEB) Yes
Forward collision warning (FCW) Yes
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Yes
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Rear cross-traffic alert Yes
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Yes
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 9 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Low-beam headlightsManufacturer reported · LED
Rear visibility systemStandard
Rear automatic emergency brakingStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Nov 14, 2026.
Recalls, investigations and service information +
Open safety recalls
A current VIN-specific recall result is not available in this report. Crash-test ratings do not establish whether recalls have been repaired. Ask the dealer for the current recall status and completed repair records for this VIN.
VIN: JHMFL5G42RX004027
Matched year, make and model · not VIN-specific
NHTSA investigations and service information
Defect investigations
0 NHTSA investigations found for this model year
Manufacturer communications
4 communications found for this model year
These records can include service bulletins, repair instructions, campaigns, warranty extensions, software updates and other manufacturer notices. The total is not a problem rate or reliability score.
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Document 11015700
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0369, Camshaft Position (CMP) EX-VTC actuator interruption due to the PCM software at start-up determining the EX-VTC actuator operation as noise of the EX-CMP sensor B, causing MIL to turn on and set DTC P0369.
Document 11023271
Service Bulletin - Oil leak at the cam chain tensioner inspection cover due to and insufficient sealant adhesion on the inspection cover.
Document 10250331
Service Bulletin - Customers are seeing the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator on the instrument panel due to the 12-volt battery degrading. It can cause low voltage to be detected during an ignition cycle. This causes the steering angle calculation to stop, which leads to DTC U3000-49 for the EPS.
Document 10253840
Service Bulletin - During the engine warm-up, the Variable Valve Timing Control system may not be able to control within the VTC target. As a result, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated and sets DTC P0011 (Variable Valve Timing Control (VTC) A System Malfunction).
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Checked Nov 15, 2026. Records match 2024 Honda Civic Type R, not a specific VIN.
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Vehicle information checked Nov 15, 2026. Model-level information is identified separately from equipment reported for this VIN.
Vehicle specifications
Specifications and features
VIN-decoded specifications
Engine horsepower
315 hp
Gross vehicle weight rating
Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) to Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Curb weight
3,188 lb
Dealer-provided specifications
Engine
2.0L In-Line 4-Cylinder 16-Valve DOHC VTEC
Dealer-listed features 14
Backup Camera
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
Adaptive Cruise Control
Cruise Control
Push Start
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Wifi Hotspot
Navigation System
Automatic Climate Control
Leather Seats
Alloy Wheels
VIN-decoded details come from NHTSA vPIC. Features are listed by the dealer for this vehicle; confirm equipment with the dealer.
Exact VIN decode
Factory configuration and equipment
Vehicle type
PASSENGER CAR
Doors
5
Engine
2L · 4-cylinder · In-Line
Engine manufacturer
Honda
Engine model
K20C1
Engine cooling
Water
Valve train
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Turbo
Yes
Manufactured in
YORII, SAITAMA, JAPAN
Source: NHTSA vPIC. Decoded Nov 15, 2026. Blank fields are omitted because manufacturer VIN reporting varies.
Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Automatic emergency braking (AEB) Yes
Forward collision warning (FCW) Yes
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Yes
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Rear cross-traffic alert Yes
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Yes
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 29 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Low-beam headlightsManufacturer reported · LED
Rear visibility systemStandard
Rear automatic emergency brakingStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Red painted front and rear brake calipersDealer listed
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) pedestrian impact preventionDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Nov 14, 2026.
Dealer-listed features 98
Backup Camera
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
Adaptive Cruise Control
Cruise Control
Push Start
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Wifi Hotspot
Navigation System
Leather Seats
Alloy Wheels
Satellite Radio
Interior 25
Dual-zone front climate control
Voice-activated climate control
Simulated suede front seat upholstery
Automatic climate control
Leather steering wheel
Manual tilting steering wheel
Manual telescopic steering wheel
Cloth rear seat upholstery
Cabin air filter
Rear under seat climate control ducts
Bucket front seats
Driver seat with 6-way directional controls
Sport front bucket seats
Front seat center armrest
Front passenger seat with 4-way directional controls
Rear bench seat
Fold forward rear seatback
60-40 folding rear seats
Seating capacity: 4
Driver seat manual reclining, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
Passenger seat manual reclining and fore/aft control
Simulated suede door trim insert
Carpet front and rear floor mats
Metal-look instrument panel insert
Cloth front seatback upholstery
Exterior 17
19 x 9.5-inch front and rear black aluminum wheels
P265/30YR19 summer performance BSW front and rear tires
Rear wing spoiler
Black front bumper insert
4 doors
Galvanized steel/aluminum body panels with side impact beams
Body-colored front bumper
Body-colored rear bumper
Rocker panel extensions
Black grille
Black side window trim
Body-colored door handles
Monotone paint
Standard style side mirrors
Black door mirrors
Black rear bumper rub strip
Black windshield trim
Mechanical 25
2L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, VTEC variable valve control, intercooled turbo, premium gasoline, engine with 315HP
2L I-4 DOHC
Adaptive ride suspension
Sport ride suspension
Driver selectable steering effort
Intercooled turbo
6-speed manual
Manual
Front-wheel drive
Red painted front and rear brake calipers
Speed sensitive power steering
Front mounted engine
Spark ignition system
Variable intake manifold
Transverse mounted engine
Aluminum engine block
Aluminum cylinder head
Overdrive transmission
Transmission oil cooler
Engine Configuration: I4
Adaptive Damper System driver controlled suspension ride settings