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2012 Honda Civic recalls & problems

The 2012 Honda Civic has 3 safety recalls and 456 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags (149 complaints).

Recalls3safety recalls
Complaints456filed by owners
Crashes · fires55 · 5reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4–5 ★crash-test stars
2012 Honda Civic in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

SteeringNov 21, 2012

Column

Recall 12V548000157 vehicles

Problem
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Civic passenger vehicles, manufactured from October 26, 2012, through October 30, 2012. These vehicles were assembled with the incorrect steering column assembly.
Risk
The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 10, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Power trainJun 4, 2012

Driveline › Driveshaft

Recall 12V25600050,190 vehicles

Problem
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 HONDA CIVIC VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE PROCESS REQUIRED TO SEAT THE DRIVER’S SIDE DRIVESHAFT AND SET THE RETAINING CLIP WAS NOT COMPLETED. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVESHAFT MAY SEPARATE.
Risk
IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE WILL HAVE A LOSS OF DRIVE POWER AND MAY ROLL AWAY IF THE PARKING BRAKE HAS NOT BEEN SET WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR HAS BEEN PLACED IN THE “PARK” POSITION, INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH OR PEDESTRIAN INJURY.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver's side driveshaft and install a new driveshaft as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 21. 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Fuel system, otherMay 18, 2011

Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 11V2880001,156 vehicles

Problem
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CIVIC 2-DOOR AND 4-DOOR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 21, 2011, THROUGH MAY 2, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT AN O-RING, WHICH SEALS A CONNECTION IN THE FUEL FEED LINE, IS MISALIGNED. IF THE O-RING IS MISALIGNED, A SMALL FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR.
Risk
FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Fix
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FEED LINE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2012 Honda Civic 2 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk11.8%

2012 Honda Civic 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.9%

2012 Honda Civic CNG 4 DR FWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
2012 Honda Civic NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2012 Honda Civic NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Civic HF

32mpg combined
City / highway28 / 39 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.8 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,100/year to fuel

Civic

31mpg combined
City / highway28 / 38 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.8 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/year to fuel

Civic

31mpg combined
City / highway28 / 35 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.8 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/year to fuel

Civic Natural Gas CNG

31mpg combined
City / highway27 / 38 mpg
FuelNatural Gas

1.8 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $1,500/year to fuel

Civic

25mpg combined
City / highway22 / 31 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,300/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Air bagsFrontal1493402641,000 mi
SteeringSteering wheel/handle bar7430160,000 mi
Electrical systemInstrument panel › Speedometer/odometer; Wiring › Switches/knobs/buttons6022040,000 mi
Power trainAutomatic transmission; Driveline › Driveshaft5040017,500 mi
Vehicle speed controlAccelerator pedal389049,590 mi
StructureBody35101538,563 mi
Service brakes35110619,494 mi
Engine3221025,000 mi
Unknown or other3112040,500 mi
Fuel/propulsion system1700114,000 mi
Seat beltsFront14501167,000 mi
Seats1200119,800 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations