NHTSA Recall 12V548000: Column (steering)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 157 vehicles. It affects 2012 Honda Civic.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V548000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | S69 |
| Component | STEERING › COLUMN |
| Report received | November 21, 2012 |
| Owner notification | December 10, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.
Remedy
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 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda's campaign recall number is S69.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 12V548000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda Civic | 2012 |
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.