Does the 2012 Honda CR-V have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2012 Honda CR-V, the most recent reported on April 15, 2013 (Power train: automatic transmission). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Honda CR-V?

Owners have filed 403 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (89 complaints), followed by electrical system (68).

How many 2012 Honda CR-V complaints mention a crash or fire?

27 of 403 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 24 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2012 Honda CR-V recalls and problems

3 recalls and 403 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Honda CR-V.

recalls

403

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2012 Honda CR-V recalls

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 13V143000 · reported April 15, 2013 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 204,169 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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."
The risk: 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.
The fix: 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.

Equipment: other, labels

NHTSA campaign 12V501000 · reported October 16, 2012 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 264 vehicles potentially affected

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

Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch

NHTSA campaign 12V338000 · reported July 19, 2012 · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) · 172,837 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: 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.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine89
Electrical system68
Unknown or other52
Power train48
Steering35
Air bags30
Structure29
Suspension26
Service brakes23
Visibility/wiper23

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 31, 2026 · Suspension · 218,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle pulled to the left. The driver pulled over, and the vehicle was towed to the residence. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the rear driver's side wheel suspension assembly had detached and the…

Aug 31, 2026 · Unknown or other
Driving on the interstate, my moonroof exploded. Sunny day April 30, 2025. Nothing hit the roof. Thankfully I had the shade closed. I purchased a replacement roof from a local salvage yard and no issues with the replacement.

Aug 28, 2026 · Electrical system
2012 Honda CR-V - I've had to replace my battery multiple times. I would go out the car and it would be dead. I even tried replacing the alternator. I am replacing batteries at an average of every 2.5 years. Honda tells me I can do a diagnostic test for $189. I see there are repeated complaints about the Honda CR-V…

Jul 28, 2026 · Suspension
Left and Right suspension Front and Back. Yes car will be available for inspection when called. No one’s safety was at risk. It has been confirmed by an independent service center. No other place has inspected the car/component except for the independent service center. No there were no warning lamps, I was able to…

Jul 8, 2026 · Suspension
The frame rust issue was recalled through 2011, my 2012 was manufactured in the same plant same time as the 2011 model, and has the same rust issue, but was not included in the recall. I have significant damage to my vehicle from rust frame, causing it to be borderline unsafe without modification. I would like to have…

CR-V model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2009	12	386	29	2
2010	15	481	31	2
2011	13	554	29	2
2012	3	403	27	4
2013	2	382	22	0
2014	1	587	36	7
2015	3	673	38	4

Across all years, the 2018 CR-V has the most complaints (2,161). All Honda CR-V years →

Questions

Does the 2012 Honda CR-V have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2012 Honda CR-V, the most recent reported on April 15, 2013 (Power train: automatic transmission). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Honda CR-V?: Owners have filed 403 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (89 complaints), followed by electrical system (68).
How many 2012 Honda CR-V complaints mention a crash or fire?: 27 of 403 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 24 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 31, 2026.