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NHTSA Recall 12V501000: Labels (equipment)

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 264 vehicles. It affects 2012 Honda CR-V.

264
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2012
owners notified (November 14)
NHTSA campaign12V501000
Manufacturer campaignS62
ComponentEQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS
Report receivedOctober 16, 2012
Owner notificationNovember 14, 2012
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

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.

Notes

Honda's recall campaign number is S62.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 12V501000

Make and modelModel years
Honda CR-V2012

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.