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2012 Honda CR-V 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

Apr 15, 2013

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Honda CR-V average of 7.2 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Equipment › Other › Labels, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2012 Honda CR-V recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 13V143000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Reported Apr 15, 2013

What is recalled

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 CR-V, Odyssey, and model year 2013 Acura RDX vehicles. During sub-freezing temperatures, the brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism may become slow and allow the gear selector to be moved from the Park position without pressing the brake pedal. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Safety consequence

If the gear selector is moved from the park position without pressing the brake pedal it can allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda or Acura dealer. The dealer will install an updated brake shift interlock blocking mechanism free of charge. The recall began on May 13, 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's campaign recall numbers are S96, S97, and S98.

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

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 12V501000

Equipment › Other › Labels

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Reported Oct 16, 2012

What is recalled

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 CR-V, equipped with the LX trim level and manufactured from August 30, 2012, to August 31, 2012. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification." The incorrect values for Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, Gross Axle Weight Rating front and rear, tire size, and rim size were specified on the safety certification label.

Safety consequence

A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading. Improper loading could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will apply the corrective label free of charge. The safety recall began on November 14, 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 12V338000

Latches / Locks / Linkages › Doors › Latch

Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Reported Jul 19, 2012

What is recalled

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Honda CR-V and model year 2013 Acura ILX vehicles. If the manual or power door lock is activated while an interior front door handle is being operated by an occupant, the cable connecting the interior door handle to the door latch mechanism may become loose and move out of position. There is a possibility that the cable can move far enough out of position to prevent the door from properly latching.

Safety consequence

If the door is not fully latched, the door may open while driving or in a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury to the vehicle occupants.

Manufacturer remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front door latch assemblies in the affected vehicles, free of charge. Additionally, the interior front door handles in certain Honda CR-Vs will also be replaced, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, August 16, 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

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2012 Honda CR-V recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Honda CR-V have?

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

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2012 Honda CR-V?

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