HONDA 2012 HONDA CIVIC Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2012 HONDA CIVIC
Brand
HONDA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2012
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2012 HONDA CIVIC vehicles due to steering:column issues. The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026