2012 Honda Accord problems
The Honda Accord (Japanese: ホンダ・アコード, Hepburn: Honda Akōdo, /əˈkɔːrd/), also known as the Honda Inspire (Japanese: ホンダ・インスパイア, Hepburn: Honda Insupaia) in Japan and China for certain generations, is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1976, best known for its four-door sedan variant, which has been one of the best-selling cars in the United States since 1989. The Accord nameplate has been applied to a variety of vehicles worldwide, including coupes, station wagons, hatchbacks and a Honda Crosstour crossover.
Since its initiation, Honda has offered several different car body styles and versions of the Accord, and often vehicles marketed under the Accord nameplate concurrently in different regions differ quite substantially. It debuted in 1976, as a compact hatchback, though this style only lasted through 1989, as the lineup was expanded to include a sedan, coupe, and wagon. By the sixth-generation Accord at the end of the 1990s, it evolved into an intermediate vehicle, with one basic platform but with different bodies and proportions to increase its competitiveness against its rivals in different international markets. For the eighth-generation Accord released for the North American market in 2007, Honda had again chosen to move the model further upscale and increase its size. This pushed the Accord sedan from the upper limit of what the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines as a mid-size car to just above the lower limit of a full-size car, with the coupe still rated as a mid-size car. In 2012, the ninth-generation Accord sedan, with smaller exterior dimensions, was once again classified as a mid-size car at 119 cubic feet (3.4 m3), falling just shy of the "Large Car" classification. However, the tenth-generation Accord sedan, with similar exterior dimensions, returned to full-size car status with its combined interior space of 123 cubic feet (3.5 m3); the coupe was discontinued in 2017.
In 1982, the Accord became the first car from a Japanese manufacturer to be produced in the United States when production commenced in Marysville, Ohio at Honda's Marysville Auto Plant. The Accord has achieved considerable success, especially in the United States, where it was the best-selling Japanese car for sixteen years (1982–97), topping its class in sales in 1991 and 2001, with around ten million vehicles sold. Numerous road tests, past and present, rate the Accord as one of the world's most reliable vehicles. The Accord has been on the Car and Driver 10Best list a record 38 times.
In 1989, the Accord was the first vehicle sold under an import brand to become the best-selling car in the United States. As of 2020, the Accord has sold more than 18 million units.
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Common 2012 Honda Accord problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 2012 Honda Accord, several common problems have been reported:
- Airbag Issues:
- The 2012 Honda Accord has faced eight recalls related to airbag problems, including issues with deployment and replacement part shortages. While these problems are severe, they are not very common, with only a few complaints in recent years. It is crucial for owners to check the VIN and ensure proper maintenance to avoid potential airbag issues.
- Uncomfortable Driver Seats:
- Many drivers have reported discomfort with the driver seats of the 2012 Accord due to worn padding. This issue has led to numerous complaints, highlighting the importance of seat comfort for a pleasant driving experience.
- Excessive Oil Consumption:
- Excessive oil consumption in the 2012 Accord has been linked to broken piston rings, often due to wear and tear in an aging vehicle. This problem can lead to various engine issues and requires regular monitoring and maintenance to prevent further complications.
- Brake Pad Wear and Caliper Problems:
- High-mileage 8th-gen Honda Accords, including the 2012 model, commonly experience brake pad wear and issues with rear brake calipers seizing or leaking. These problems can affect braking performance and safety, emphasizing the need for regular brake system inspections and maintenance.
- Interior Quality Concerns:
- Some complaints have been raised regarding the interior quality of the 2012 Honda Accord, particularly related to sun damage on the dashboard and rear shelf. Owners have noted issues like fading and cracking, highlighting the importance of proper care and maintenance to preserve the interior condition.
These common problems reported by owners of the 2012 Honda Accord underscore the significance of regular maintenance, thorough inspections, and prompt addressing of any issues to ensure a safe and reliable driving experience.
What is the problem with the 2012 Honda Accord?
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Is 2012 accord a good year?
The 2012 Honda Accord is a great choice among used midsize cars . It aced all of its crash tests and earned an above-average reliability rating, and although the Accord's trunk is on the small side, its cabin is incredibly roomy.
What year is bad for Honda Accord?
Q: Which Honda Accord generations have had the most problematic model years? A: The sixth generation (1998-2002) and parts of the seventh (2003-2005), eighth (2008-2010), and ninth generations (2013-2014) have had Honda Accord model years that are best avoided due to various issues and excessive complaints.
Which years are best for Honda Accord?
Honda Accords are known for their reliability and longevity. The best years for a used Honda Accord are 2006–2007, 2011–2012, 2015, 2020, and 2021. The 2013 and 2018 models have advanced features.
2012 Honda Accord car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Accord problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seats problems
- Air bags problems
- Steering problems
- Engine problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2012 Honda Accord vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2012 Honda Accord
The NHTSA has received 362 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2012 Honda Accord. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2012 Honda Accord vehicles.
2024-10-18
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- VIN: 1HGCP2F69CA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ABS Module has failed and brake, ABS and traction control lights remain on; causing braking issue. This component has failed in many vehicles of this type per mechanic and should be recalled. There is very little mileage on the vehicle around 50K. A safety recall is apparent as if injury occurs Honda is liable, as an elderly person owns the vehicle. Vehicle does not stop as it should and will not receive an inspection sticker. This should not be on the consumer given the amount of low mileage.
2024-09-06
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-06
- VIN: 1HGCP2F63CA
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission is fluttering going into 2nd to 3rd gear.
2024-06-24
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-01-01
- VIN: 1HGCP2F75CA
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated that upon cold starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling noise detected. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking oil. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the solenoid switch, VTC activator, and gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined the solenoid, VTC solenoid, and gasket needed to be replaced. The parts were replaced, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.
2024-02-29
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-21
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1HGCP2F68CA
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAGS FAILED. IT IS AVAILABLE. LUKILY I'M SAFE. I DON'NT KNOW. NO ONE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE, EXCEPT THE POLICE AT THE INCIDENT LOCATION. NO WARNING LAMPS OBSERVED PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT.
2024-02-03
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-02
- VIN: 1HGCP2F86CA
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: It is no reason why my car got stolen. My car has a Anti theft system in it and it was not triggered when it was stolen. I had to file a police report and the police are out looking for my vehicle right now. I went to a nail salon I come back out my car is gone. Its no reason why the alarm did not go off. Honda Accords and other Hondas are being stolen and it is ridiculous. Times are hard it is expensive to maintain there has to be something yall can do to stop these thieves from stealing peoples cars.
2024-01-16
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-18
- VIN: 1HGCP2F36CA
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Check Engine Light Due to Low Engine Oil Level, Radio/Climate Control Display May Go Dark, major issue is "No Start" Due to Ignition Switch Failure and fuses keep blowing so many issues and problems
2024-01-02
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-16
- VIN: 1HGCP2F77CA
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to move or respond. The vehicle was restarted but the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was inspected by the contact’s neighbor who is a mechanic, and the contact was informed that the driveshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage 120,000.
2023-10-27
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-25
- VIN: 1HGCP2F32CA
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I have attempted to notify multiple people numerous times that I no longer own the VIN attached and yet I continue to receive recall notices. A simple check of any standard vehicle history report will show where the vehicle was last known to have been serviced. Please discontinue sending these notices to me.
2023-10-13
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1HGCP3F86CA
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Sudden loss of steering control causing vehicle to veer from the intended path of travel.
2023-10-02
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-02
- VIN: 1HGCP2F68CA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Car has frequent issues with starting and power loss inside and outside the car. This is my second time having a issue with my car not starting that did not have to do with the battery or alternator. I have 135xxx miles and keep up with maintenance so this is frustrating and expensive, happening months apart. The first time I had to have a new starter put in. The car also looses brightness on the dash board and in the headlights. The car stalls while starting since Ive had it.
2023-09-06
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-06
- VIN: 1HGCP3F8XCA
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Problem: When the ABS computer system (ABS) fails, the balance between front and rear brakes becomes abnormal even for a vehicle without ABS, it becomes rear biased. Making it unsafe to stop quickly. (90% of the brake force is to the rear). The cost of this part is too expensive for most people to replace and this means that most will drive the car as is without replacing the ABS module. What I expect: I expect that the balance of brake force, is that of a vehicle without ABS (60-70% front).
2023-08-24
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-24
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1HGCP2F77CA
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: At around 7:25am this morning I was driving to work in traffic and I was needing to stop, but my brakes were not working properly. They went all the way to the floor, no pressure, and I rear ended another person going 35mph. My entire front-end of my vehicle is totalled and my airbags did not even deploy. After the wreck I pumped my breaks to try to move it off the freeway and the breaks started to work again. This is a serious problem because had I been going any faster and even had my other family in the car we all could have been seriously injured or died!!
2023-06-29
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-01
- VIN: 1HGCS2A89CA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,SEATS
- Summary: The trunk release mechanisms of my Honda Accord EXL coupe failed, both manual cable and electrical trunk release. My trunk does NOT open and when I need to access my spare tire in the trunk - I will NOT be able to. A real danger since I live in Canyon Country and often phone reception is poor. The only Honda Model that does NOT have any external nor internal emergency trunk release option. There is no "Valet" button, no decklid access, no external hidden key lock nothing that can release my trunk so I can gain access to my spare tire. Federal Law 49CFR571.401 mandates an emergency internal trunk release. In this Honda Model the ONLY way to get into the trunk from inside is by unlocking and pulling down back seats to access the trunk. BUT the ONLY way to unlock back seats is by pulling a cable that unlocks them which is INSIDE THE TRUNK! So the safety design flaws in the Honda Accord EXL coupe are: there is no emergency access to release the trunk to gain access to the spare tire AND there is no emergency way to unlock back seats to gain access to the trunk since the only way to unlock back seats is IN THE TRUNK. A Mechanical Engineer needed to dismantled the seats to get into the trunk and he tried to release the truck with the Emergency Trunk Release but it is obvious that the latch has failed. if there was ever a person stuck in the trunk that person would NOT be able to free themselves. I do have a video showing the Emergency Trunk Release not working if you like to see it but i can not upload it. I lost my job during the Pandemic and my house has major damage from the massive amount of rain Los Angeles received. I am unable to afford to have a Honda Dealership tell me what I already have on video showing that the Emergency Trunk Release has FAILED and I am in potential danger every time I drive. I asked Honda to fix trunk release latch and expressed the dangerous Coupe Design Flaws but they will not fix the safety problem unless Honda Dealership gets involved.
2023-06-27
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-24
- VIN: 1HGCB2F72CA
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at a very slow speed, there was a loud sound coming from the front passenger’s side before the vehicle abruptly stopped driving forward. The vehicle was towed to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the front passenger’s side axle had fractured. The mechanic also discovered that the driver’s side axle was also unsafe. The driver’s and passenger’s side front axles were replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 116,000.
2023-06-16
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-16
- VIN: 1HGCS2A89CA
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while attempting to use the remote key fob to unlock the trunk, the trunk failed to release. The contact then stated that she attempted to manually unlatch the trunk, but the latch failed to release from the cable. The contact stated that the vehicle was inspected by had an independent mechanical engineer that was able to fold the seating, but the trunk release failed to open. The contact stated that she was concerned for her safety during an emergency. An undisclosed dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 178,000.
2023-05-19
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-20
- VIN: 1HGCP2F37CA
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: The Driver's side seat belt does not latch. The problem started 3 months ago. We contacted Honda Dealer and was told it is not part of the Honda Seat Belt Recall as the recall relates to Honda models 2018-2020. However please note it is the SAME EXACT PROBLEM with the seat belt in my car. I have been using the PASSENGER SIDE LATCH to buckle the seatbelt. I contacted Honda Corporation and was told to have the car inspected by local Honda Dealer and provide them with a Inspection report. Honda corporation is not willing to fix the seatbelt issue. I am informing your agency so you can take appropriate action and include the older models of Honda with the same seat belt problem as the current recall on Honda before someone get injured due to the fact they are using passenger seat belt latch. Also we are unable to use the passenger seat. Please give this matter urgent attention as it is a BIG SAFETY issue.
2023-05-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-27
- VIN: 1HGCP2F60CA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I’m not sure exactly when everything started but it’s been a 2ish years. The lights on my steering wheel started blinking randomly. Then the cruise control stopped working. Then the lights went out entirely. Now the horn only works occasionally. It slowly got worse over time.
2023-02-28
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-15
- VIN: 1HGCP3F80CA
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact stated that the "check oil" warning light was illuminated. The contact slowed the vehicle down and drove it to the dealer. The contact stated that when she pulled into the parking lot, she heard a loud popping sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact had the vehicle towed to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the engine had sustained internal damage and required a major overhaul. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
2023-02-22
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-22
- VIN: 1HGCP3F81CA
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Was driving down the highway and the sunroof glass exploded for no apparent reason.
2023-01-02
AIR BAGS,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-02
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1HGCP3F8XCA
- Components: AIR BAGS,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 2012 Accord exl - Engine Seizure! I had the air-bag recall done about 5 years ago. None of the air-bags deployed when the 2012 exl hit a telephone pole at 20 mph and broke the telephone pole in half. I finally found out about the class action lawsuit for the excessive oil consumption yesterday (1 Qt per 1,000 miles), 2 years after the engine seizure. I spoke with Honda headquarters (1919 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, ca 90501) today for an hour and a half. mostly on hold waiting for [XXX] to get her stupervisor [XXX] to come to the phone. Honda Seemed to think my 2012 v6 exl is not part of the lot of cars they were supposed to fix in the excessive oil consumption class action lawsuit. If you have any advice on how I could recover any funds spent on my engine repair or if there is any recourse I could take with the airbags not deploying when I had the recall done 5 years ago at my local Honda dealer. Thanks [XXX] PS.. Cherokee Auto in North Atlanta Georgia has the car for sale with the faulty airbags… CarMax repossessed it, sold it for more than I owed them, wrote off $6500 as bad debt, and still say I owe them 750 and staying on my credit report. Pls help! TF INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
2022-12-07
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-01
- VIN: 1HGCS2B82CA
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle drove over a pothole, causing the driver's side air bag to deploy. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that he needed to pay out-of-pocket for the air bag replacement. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
2022-11-19
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-19
- VIN: 1HGCP2F65CA
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Sun visor snapped. It does not stay in place. It blocks my frontal view when I am driving which is very unsafe. I have looked online and multiple drivers with Hondas complaining of the same issue. I have tried multiple DIY’s to make it stay up and nothing works
2022-09-28
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-27
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1HGCP3F87CA
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: While stopped at a red light, I stepped on brake and without warning, the car accelerated uncontrollably, at a high speed. It crashed into a parked vehicle and was a total loss. i had my 17 mos. old granddaughter in a rear facing carseat, in the rear passenger side. Luckily, the Upa Baby carseat protected her and she was not hurt, nor was anyone else. Airbags did not deploy. Now i have to get a new car which is very costly, using the little I will get from insurance payout. The car was well maintained with less than 50,000 miles without any other prior incidents. I do see that other motorists have had similar experiences with this make and model. It should be investigated further, in order to avoid serious injuries to others.
2022-07-08
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-13
- VIN: 1HGCP3F84CA
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: My 2012 Honda Accord is using oil in between my 3000 mile oil changes and it should not be using that much, in between changes I put 1.5 quarts of oil in the engine. I have read that some Hondas are having this problem I only have 125000 miles on my car and take really good care of my vehicles the inside still looks new. Also the air conditioner isn’t blowing cold enough air. I purchased it in May of 2014 I love my car, my mechanic says it’s the rings in the engine, I don’t drive car erratically. Hope you can help get my car fixed correctly, My Machanic noticed this the last couple of oil changes
2022-05-06
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-06
- VIN: 1HGCS2B80CA
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated while in a drive-through with the vehicle in idle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the piston rings had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer also informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired under an extended warranty associated to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,640.
2012 Honda Accord recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 8 recalls for different components of the 2012 Honda Accord.
2019-06-27
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-2014 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are F5F and Q5E.
2019-05-16
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
- Consequence: An incorrectly installed air bag inflator may not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M4O, P4R, T4Q, and W4P.
2018-09-27
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, California, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Acura TSX, TSX Wagon and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Insight, Fit and Pilot vehicles, 2011-2012 Honda Accord and 2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Lastly, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot, 2011-2013 TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord and 2010-2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M2J and S2K.
2018-04-26
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2012 Honda Accord and Pilot, 2010 Accord Crosstour, 2001-2011 Civic, 2002-2011 CR-V, 2003-2004, 2006-2008 and 2011 Element, 2007 and 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2012 Insight, 2002-2004 Odyssey, and 2012 Ridgeline vehicles. The front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
- Consequence: An incorrectly installed air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are K1P, and M1O.
2018-01-09
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX, ZDX, Honda Accord Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot vehicles, 2011-13 Acura TSX Sportswagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord,, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles and 2013 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2012 Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Accord Crosstour, Fit and Pilot, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V, and 2010 Acura ZDX and Honda Insight vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Unless included in Zones A or B above, Honda is recalling certain 2009 Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid, CR-V, Fit, and Pilot vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are B0K and L0J.
2017-08-31
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2008-2012 Accord, 2010-2012 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2012 Fit and Pilot, 2010-2012 Insight, and 2009-2012 Acura TSX vehicles that received replacement passenger frontal air bag inflators. One dealership may have incorrectly installed the replacement air bag inflators.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, an incorrectly installed passenger frontal air bag inflator may deploy the air bag improperly, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are O07, Y0A, N06, G05, M04, Y01, and O09.
2017-01-10
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Acura TSX, 2011-2012 Acura TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Acura ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2012 Honda Accord Crosstour and Honda Insight, 2009-2012 Honda Fit, 2009-2012 Pilot, 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2012 Honda FCX Clarity and 2006-2011 Honda Civic, Civic Hybrid, Civic NGV vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, if not included in "Zone A" above, Honda is recalling certain 2009 Acura TSX, Honda Fit and Pilot, 2008-2009 Honda Accord, 2006-2009 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, and 2007-2009 Honda CR-V vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, if not included in "Zone B" above, Honda is recalling certain 2008 Honda Accord, 2006-2008 Honda Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV and 2007-2008 Honda CR-V vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator, free of charge. The manufacturer has mailed an interim notification, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KE1 and KE2.
2012-02-01
- Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
- Summary: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 ACCORD AND CROSSTOUR VEHICLES. THE DRIVER-SIDE OR PASSENGER-SIDE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS.
- Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy: HONDA WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE OR PASSENGER'S SIDE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG AS NEEDED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 24, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
Negative 2012 Honda Accord car reviews
Positive 2012 Honda Accord car reviews
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I'm so glad to hear that you're okay after such a scary accident! It's amazing how the 2011 Accord Coupe was able to protect you so well. I can understand why you loved that car so much! It's great that you were able to replace it with the 2012 Accord Coupe, and even better that you were able to upgrade to the EX-L model. It's always nice to have a few extra bonuses! I hope you continue to enjoy your new car just as much as your previous one.
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This car has been a real luxury for the last seven years and has required very little maintenance over and above normal wear and tear. Although there are a couple of things that could be improved, such as the road noise being a bit too loud for a 2012 model, even after adding sound deadening material and quieter tires. Also, the navigation system updates are quite expensive and the onboard maps are a couple of years out of date. However, my wife and I still thoroughly enjoy the ride, comfort, control, and power from the V6 engine. If Honda could keep up with the technology and noise-canceling features available in its competition, we would definitely buy another Accord in a heartbeat. Unfortunately, we have decided to transition to an Audi sedan later this year. Thank you for reading!
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I've put 78k trouble-free miles on this car since I bought it brand new. I do my own engine oil and transmission oil changes. Living in a hilly area, I put new rear brakes on at about 65k miles. One of the tires had sidewall damage, so I replaced them at 75k miles. The tires still had tread left. The car handles well, but the suspension is firm, so if you drive on bumpy roads, it will give a rough ride. The four-cylinder engine is smooth and quiet in everyday driving, but will accelerate hard if you put your foot to the floor. This is the last year of the five-speed automatic transmission. I like the firm seat foam, but the fabric could be of better quality. Going 70 mph on long trips, I get 35 mpg, and I get 25-27 in town. I did make a 5-hour trip on state routes with a 55 mph speed limit, and I got 42 mpg! This car looks good and is a great value. It's comfortable for four adults and has a huge trunk.
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Third Honda. They always deliver good reliability and require low maintenance.
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The 2012 Honda Accord is a great car that performs well both on long trips and around town. Its interior is incredibly comfortable, and it's hard to find any faults with this vehicle. I highly recommend it. Additionally, the dealer support is excellent and very accommodating.
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2012 Honda Accord Problems | Kelley Blue Book
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Ignatius Koelpin 2024-11-08
I purchased this car new and maintained it to the manufacturer's specifications. Unfortunately, the transmission failed at 120k miles and needed to be replaced.
Aron Osinski 2024-10-03
The powertrain of this car has some issues with slow acceleration, flat spots, and hesitation. The 5-speed manual transmission has a crunchy 1-2 shift and is geared for fuel economy, which can make shifting difficult. The E-Throttle is also unpredictable and can be difficult to adjust to. However, the car performs better on the highway and has good real-world mileage. The interior has a good layout and spaciousness, although the materials used are not of the highest quality. Road noise can be quite loud, but the seats are comfortable for long drives. In terms of reliability, the car has not had any check engine lights for 90k miles and has good real-world mileage. The rear brakes have needed to be replaced three times, but the factory fronts have held up well. Overall, this car has its flaws but can still be a good choice for those looking for a spacious and fuel-efficient vehicle.I noticed a weird popping sound when I first pull out of a parking spot after sitting, but it seems to have gone away. Despite getting alignments and rotations, my tires have uneven wear and are terribly loud due to cupping and no sound insulation. I had to replace two lower motor mounts at 85k due to clunking, and the car still isn't running smoothly. I'm not sure if it needs axles, but I'm considering it. Overall, my driving experience has been less than ideal - slow, hesitate-y, boring, loud, and depressing. Although I got a great deal on a no-option stick base model, the car feels every bit like an economy car.
Hector Toy 2024-09-17
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my Accord since I bought it in February. Unfortunately, I've been experiencing some lower back problems for the first time in my life. It's been tough, and I even had to take a leave of absence to undergo epidural steroid injections. Recently, I made a connection that the pain returns whenever I drive for a lengthy amount of time. It's been a real struggle, and I'm worried about having to go through it again. I reached out to Honda, and I'm hoping for a positive outcome. Thanks for listening!
Dylan Crooks 2024-09-13
The steering on the 2012 Accord is extremely difficult to handle and requires both hands. Previous versions, including the 2011 model, had much softer steering, so it's unclear why Honda made this change. Unfortunately, driving this vehicle is not very comfortable, and the steering feels more like that of a truck at slow speeds.
Dayne Mertz 2024-08-12
I purchased a car with 44,000 miles off a Honda Lease. Unfortunately, I experienced a power steering leak at 50,000 miles and found that the power steering rack was leaking. Despite my efforts to get it covered by Honda of America, they refused to pay for it. I decided to replace it for $900 to avoid the oil spot in my garage. Additionally, the wire recoil broke in the steering wheel, causing me to lose all controls on the steering wheel and potentially my airbag until it is fixed. Despite my belief that this is a defective part, Honda of America denied my claim. As a result, I will have to spend $1400 every 3-5 years to replace these items if Honda continues to deny that they are defective. Due to these issues, I have decided to switch to Toyota. It is worth noting that my parents also had issues with their Honda Odyssey and Honda of America would not cover a defective transmission for them.