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Why does the trunk of my Honda Civic keep popping open on its own?
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If the trunk of your Honda Civic suddenly opens on its own, it's likely due to a faulty latch. A loose latch can lead to the trunk popping open when the car encounters vibrations or bumps. If this has happened while you're driving, check the latch assembly first. You can also try locking it by pressing the lock button on your key fob with the trunk closed to see if that solves the issue. If locking it helps, it can be a quick fix while driving. Replacing the latch assembly is relatively simple and won't cost you too much.
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I recently purchased a 2020 Honda Civic, and I'm struggling with the trunk randomly opening and setting off the alarm. Has anyone found a solution to this issue yet? Thanks in advance for any help!
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The trunk of the Honda Civic automatically opens if the spare key fob is placed too near to it.
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There have been many complaints regarding this problem that Honda has not taken responsibility for yet. Honda's failure to address the faulty key Fob design may prevent me from purchasing another Honda in the future.
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The problem was with the wiring setup at the trunk release located on the driver's side door. The wires inside the harness had some corrosion, causing the uninsulated parts to touch due to vibrations. I separated the wires and applied an anti-corrosion paste on them. It has been working well ever since! A simple way to test for this problem is to tap or bump the driver's door panel and listen for the trunk release sound. Best of luck! Hopefully, this information will help someone in need!
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I've been to the dealership 8 times for this issue, and they've held onto my car for 4-5 days twice without the problem occurring, naturally! However, even 18 months later, I continue to experience the same problem, and I'm not alone in this. My car is a 2020 Civic, and surprisingly, there's no sign of corrosion!
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I've been dealing with ongoing issues with my trunk randomly popping open. How can I fix this problem?
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I own a 2019 Honda Civic Sport, and I've been having brake problems since I bought it brand new. Has anyone else experienced ongoing brake issues with this car? Now, my trunk is randomly opening by itself, and it keeps happening every few minutes when the car is unlocked.
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My key fob's battery was running low, causing my trunk to unexpectedly open and the alarm to go off. Once I replaced the battery, everything was back to normal.
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I solved my problem by fixing the button on the back of the car. This button is used to open the trunk without the key fob. It was wet inside and had a bit of rust. I put in a new one, which was a simple and inexpensive fix. Now, I'm all set to hit the road again!
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I have come across various potential explanations for this issue. Shortly after leasing my 2019 Honda Civic, the trunk would unexpectedly open whether I was in motion or parked, regardless of the car's age. This can pose a safety risk, especially on busy highways or roads where it's hard to pull over and the open trunk hinders visibility through the rear window. Several recommendations are available online to address the problem, such as cleaning the driver's seat latch, trunk latch, and interior trunk latch, as well as keeping items away from cords and latches inside the trunk or replacing the key fob. It's advisable to try all these suggestions and hope that one resolves the problem. However, it's not ideal that this issue persists, and Honda should provide a permanent solution.
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Inspect the button located on the trunk door as it may require cleaning and could be sticking, causing the trunk to open unexpectedly. Be cautious and avoid spilling any liquids near this button.
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I drive a 2016 Dodge Dart, and it tends to do that.
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