Ya, heard about the Civic recall. Although I couldn't consider the older Honda's shit. They were standouts, yes, but ask any Honda owner of the previous few generations, particularly in the 90's, and you'll get an almost overwelming vote of approval for Honda being a leader in quality and reliablity back then. Though I do gotta say, the newer Honda's have had some issues, and their 3 newest cars - Accord, Ridgeline, Civic - I am not pleased with styling wise (For the Accord, I don't mind the coupe, but I cannot stand the rear end of the sedan! As for the other two... I can't stand either of them period!)

Older Honda's=the best.
Newer Honda's=Good, but not necessarily the best.