2012 Honda Civic recall: driveshaft

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on June 4, 2012. It covers about 50,190 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 50,190
reported: Jun 4, 2012
owners notified: Jun 21, 2012
related complaints: 49

Power train: driveline: driveshaft

What is wrong: Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 honda civic vehicles. During assembly, the process required to seat the drivers 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.
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.

Recall number 12V256000

Affected vehicles

Honda Civic 2012 2012

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 49 complaints about transmission problems.

2012 Honda Civic

Questions about recall 12V256000

Is there a recall on the 2012 Honda Civic driveshaft?

Yes. Recall 12V256000, reported on June 4, 2012, covers about 50,190 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V256000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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