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2012 Honda Civic Recalls

3 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Nov 21, 2012

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Honda Civic average of 10.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Steering › Column, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2012 Honda Civic recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 12V548000

Steering › Column

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Reported Nov 21, 2012

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 12V256000

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Reported Jun 4, 2012

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 11V288000

Fuel System, Other › Delivery › Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings

Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Reported May 18, 2011

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2012 Honda Civic recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Honda Civic have?

This verified dataset contains 3 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2012 Honda Civic. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2012 Honda Civic?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology