2012 Honda Civic Power Train Problems
- 36
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 36 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 5 records
- light comes · 4 records
- noise coming · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 24 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
SHUTTER WHEN GOING 25 TO 35
ODI 11221530
Air Bags · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 honda civic. While driving 20 mph, the check engine and air bag warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to gwinnett place honda ([redacted], duluth, ga 30096, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the transmission sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the repair fees. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure…
ODI 11151855
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
The car randomly displays a check emissions system and check transmission systems error on the dashboard while driving. The check engine light comes on and the "d" indicator on the display flashes. When the check transmission systems error displays the car does not shift as it should. I took it to my mechanic and he couldn't find anything wrong with the engine or transmission, and no error codes came up on his…
ODI 11082690
Power Train
While driving, car randomly displays check emission and check transmission system error. When i restart the car, the check engine light comes when i put it in d position. I took the car for repair and they say everything is normal and they didn't find any issues. I'm really worried about the safety in mid-way and also the engine or transmission might get effected.
ODI 11114654
Power Train
Recently, i started noticing my vehicle experiencing a slight loss of power when attempting to accelerate, and a tendency to over-rev, as well as spotting in my parking space. The problem was intermittent at first, occurring mainly in the morning. After two days, i took it to a mechanic to take a look, and after cleaning the undercarriage, he took it for a test drive. Upon entering a roundabout, the vehicle lost all…
ODI 11033493
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
I have experienced acceleration problems for over a period of 3 months, similar to those listed by other honda owners online. Most recent incident occurred on 11/27/2017 ,10/6/2017,10/9/17 and in other several occasions when operating the vehicle and its inability to perform in a safe matter has greatly troubled me concerning my safety and the safety public. The following occurred on that day, while i was making a…
ODI 11053571
Power Train · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
For manual transmissions rpms remain high even after foot is off the gas pedal consequently making it impossible to match rpms and causing premature failure to friction disks (clutch). Un necessary wear causing 1200+ in repairs. Brakes locked up on highway.. Lost control spun 5 times and even after new alternator.. The rpm never reduces properly.. Had in shop 3 x's set at your spec is wrong to make brake elease…
Crash reported
ODI 10838022
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 honda civic. While parking, the vehicle lunged forward and crashed into the front of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact stated that there were no injuries sustained and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
Crash reported
ODI 10758938
Power Train · Unknown Or Other
The vehicle had a dragging noise coming from under the car and then a whole chunk of metal fell off from under the car
ODI 10733443
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 honda civic. While shifting from first to second gear, a loud noise emitted from the vehicle. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 32,000.
ODI 10745335
Power Train
For manual transmissions rpms remain high even after foot is off the gas pedal consequently making it impossible to match rpms and causing premature failure to friction disks (clutch). Un necessary wear causing 1200+ in repairs. Has failed twice now in less than 80,000 miles first failure under 30,000
ODI 10837600
Engine · Power Train · Service Brakes
I was driving on an exit ramp from a highway, car was coasting, and as i was approaching the stop sign, i applied the brakes softly, the car started slowing down further due to braking and then suddenly came to a brutal stop with tires screeching. Engine was stalled, automatic gear had shifted in neutral by itself, and there was a burning smell in the car. Fortunately there was no car behind me, otherwise it would…
ODI 10594252
Power Train
Car will roll backwards while in drive (automatic transmission). I was in my driveway that is uphill. I let off the brakes and the car started to roll backwards. I conducted more tests and found it does this regardless of the grade. I also tested our 2 other cars and neither did this. I called the dealership and they said it is normal. I called honda (file # n012014-03-1702499) and they said it is normal. I feel…
ODI 10572903
Power Train · Steering · Unknown Or Other
When turning the steering wheel right and left, there is a loud clanking noise. It happens 95% of the time. The dealer told me it was the power steering fluid (even though there is no power steering fluid as the 2012 model has an electronic system). The noise has continued and gets worse. They told me other models had a recall on the driveshaft which may be the issue but they cant do anything unless i pay out of…
ODI 10735700
Power Train
Shift cable is loss - causing longer gear and sometimes almost impossible to shift. *tr
ODI 10542783
Power Train
My 2012 honda civic rolled back while on a steep incline and in drive. Instead of transmission staying engaged it allows the car to roll back as if it were in neutral. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10526073
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
This has happened more than once. When descending a hill after letting up on gas pedal the vehicle will rev up for a few of seconds and hitting the brakes did not disengage throttle, also when passing another vehicle after pulling in and let up on pedal the car still revved up for a couple of seconds. Have not taken to a dealer yet as i am trying to find exactly how and when this problem occurs so i can get the…
ODI 10668870
Power Train
Some clicking noise coming from under the hood when car the is accelerating to shift gears, this only happens when the car is started first thing and then if you let the car sit for 5 minutes. The clicking happens only 2 times in a row and then when the car accelerates over 10 miles the clicking stops. *tr
ODI 10522184
Engine · Power Train
First purchase brand new 2012 honda civic in november 2011, ran really great for first six thousand miles. Just under ten thousand i notice gas mileage got a lot worse and the check emission light comes on. Take it in to shop and they say oh thermostat is bad. Well thought strange at time car is new. Then at just under 14000 miles gas mileage is bad and engine revs at high rpm's check emission light comes on again.…
ODI 10515981
Power Train
When making a left turn at a busy and dangerous intersection i lost power for several seconds. I managed to pull onto the shoulder until the car accelerated again. I had called the dealership previously about this recurring problem. I took the car into the service department of the dealership prior to the date of this incident and the problem could not be replicated. Because of safety concerns i traded the car in…
ODI 10493581
Power Train · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 honda civic. The contact stated as the vehicle entered the driveway on an incline the vehicle began to move in reverse. The gear shift was in drive when the failure occurred three times. There was also a clanking noise when the gears changed automatically and whenever the contact made a left or right turn the steering wheel did not return to its normal position. The vehicle will be taken…
ODI 10489435
Exterior Lighting · Front · Frontal · Glass, Side/Rear · Interior Lighting · Power Train · Windshield Wiper/Washer
2012 honda civic. Consumer writes in regards to defective vehicle and clunking noise coming from gear shift. *tgw the consumer stated the windshield wipers would leave lines and smears on the windshield. The wipers were replaced four times. There was a buzzing noise coming from the heater, the passenger air bag light illuminated and stayed on for an hour. The dimmer lights didn't change from high to low, the seat…
ODI 10476163
Power Train
On saturday, august 25th, when driving on a hilly roadway, i accelerated to p/u speed to get up the hill. The transmission sounded like it was straining and rpm was over 3000. When i reached the top of the hill and started the descent, i hit the brake to reduce my speed, but the vehicle did not slow down and the transmission was stuck with rpms still over 3000. It took more than 10 seconds for the transmission to…
ODI 10472862
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Rev. Suddenly goes about 3500prm and stay there for a while when i drive downhill. At that moment when you step on the gas pedal the car will not accelerate like normal. Sometime there are car behind you and this is very dangerous because your car can not go as far as the car behind you. Please test the 2012 honda civic, this car have problem. *tr
ODI 10471215
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
When the car is parked in a downward slope facing down, and you engage the reverse gear, the car rolls forward. This is especially difficult to control if you are parked in a tight spot and you will roll and hit the car in front of you. We reported this to honda corporation and they said that this is normal behavior. I do not agree, since my other car (different make/model) does not perform the same. *tr
ODI 10475490