2016–2021 Honda Civic Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter

Which Honda Civic model years does this cover?

These air filters specifications apply to every Honda Civic built from 2016 through 2021 — the 10th generation (FC/FK), compact sedan, coupe, and hatchback. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2016–2021 Honda Civic

• 2016Generation launch (sedan/coupe, 2.0L and 1.5T). Two recalls hit the first year: piston pin snap rings (16V-074) and the electric parking brake software (16V-725).
• 2017Hatchback, Si (205 hp), and Type R (306 hp) join the lineup
• 2019Facelift: revised fascias, standard Honda Sensing, volume knob returns, new Sport sedan/coupe trim
• 2021Final year; sedan/hatch only (coupe dropped after 2020, no 2021 Si)

What cabin air filter does a 2016–2021 Honda Civic take?

Honda 80292-TBA-A11, or equivalents such as Fram CF12157, EPAuto CP157.

Where is the cabin air filter on a 2016–2021 Honda Civic?

Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY.

How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2016–2021 Honda Civic?

Every 15,000–30,000 mi (Maintenance Minder sub-code 2). Sooner if you drive in heavy traffic, on dirt roads, or through wildfire smoke, a clogged filter shows up first as weak airflow and a foggy windshield that will not clear.

What engine air filter does a 2016–2021 Honda Civic take?

Honda 17220-5BA-A00 (2.0L non-turbo only), replaced maintenance minder sub-code 2 (roughly every 30,000 mi).