Recall 12V-548
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalled the 2012 Honda Civic: Steering (column).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-548
- Reported
- November 21, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 157 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.
The 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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Honda's campaign recall number is S69.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Honda Civic 2012