2012 Honda Civic Engine Problems
- 22
- 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 22 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 17 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
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
Engine
HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION.
ODI 11289315
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Climbing up hill the car lost speed and did not shift gears. Then it stalled. I believe this vehicle was recalled and not fixed by the dealership or it should have been recalled by honda and was not. It exhibits the same drive shaft problems as recalled honda civics. While driving you only need to tap the shift by mistake with your elbow and the car goes into neutral. It is a dangerous car to drive.
ODI 10731959
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 honda civic. While the vehicle was in the park position, the rpms suddenly increased to approximately 4,000. After turning the vehicle off and restarting the engine, the vehicle continued to idle at approximately 4,000 rpms. After turning the engine off and back on a second time, the vehicle operated normally. The failure occurred on multiple occasions and was intermittent. While driving…
ODI 10720962
Engine
There is a strong smell of exhaust if you stand next to the car while it's idling & parked or stationary. I bought the car in 2014 or 15 and noticed it soon after. I've had it checked for exhaust leaks a few times, but no one has found one. It seems like it could cause problems with emissions, and let fumes into the passenger compartment if a door or window was open long enough.
ODI 11206986
Engine
I was stopped at a red light. When the light turned green i stepped on the gas and the car went in reverse. I tried again and the car was in drive but went in reverse when i stepped on the gas. I had to turn the engine off and restart it in order to drive forward. This was the second time this had happened. It happened the first time about two months ago. *tr
ODI 10705150
Engine
Vehicle frequently stalls when turning left after coming to a stop, very dangerous when oncoming traffic, read numerous other complaints online, honda needs to fix this problem before someone hurt/killed (if not already, and how would we know because of their negligence to fix this problem despite all the complaints?), and no it is not due to "left foot braking"
ODI 10816197
Body · Electrical System · Engine
I was driving a 2012 honda civic when the car in front of me slammed on their brakes and came to a complete stop due to something in the road. I slammed on my brakes and tried to avoid the car in front of me by swerving to the right. The driver side of the front of my car hit the back of the car in front of me. My car was completely smashed in the front. Air bags did not deploy. After i came to a complete stop, my…
Crash reported · Fire reported
ODI 10669091
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
The car loses power when going up hills and has stalled twice. If i lightly bump the shift while driving it goes into neutral. I must use the emergency brake when parked even on a flat surface or the car will roll. *tr
ODI 10705125
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
Engine
Engine is consuming oil, i check my oil every two weeks and have to add oil. Generally 1/2 to 3/4 a quart a month. There is no oil is on the drive way or on the under carriage. *tr
ODI 10645004
Engine · Service Brakes · Suspension
I search on the internet that a lot of 2012 civic owners experiencing the same annoying problems like clunking noise on the suspension or under the car, loud noise when shifting to reverse like axle shaft is disengaging, loud noise when putting pressure on the brake, clunking or popping noise when turning left or right, rolling noise on the seat belts, clunking loud noise when accelerating and releasing gas pedal,…
ODI 10556293
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Sudden acceleration: i have been observing that the vehicle suddenly accelerates while driving downhill or merging on the highway. I have also noticed that it will accelerate when you turn off the cruise control. The speed is uncontrollable for few seconds before the engine starts the deceleration. I have taken a vehicle to the dealer twice and they have assured that this is normal function since check engine light…
ODI 10542113
Air Bags · Body · Engine
As i was driving to work at 4:30 am in heavy fog i hit a deer that was standing in the road. I noticed as i got out of the vehicle the car said something about the airbag sensor, well i didn't think nothing of it as i was worried about the condition my car was in at the time. Well the body shop that fixed my car stated the airbag should have 100% deployed due to the fact the sensor was busted and the wire was…
Crash reported
ODI 10532231
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
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
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
When i am about to go downhill and take an exit at 40 mph after driving at constant speed of 65 mph for some time i see this problem. Rpm is suddenly spiking up from 1500 to 2500 and stays there for at least 5 seconds. Hit brakes or gas does not bring it down. Good thing is the speed of the vehicle is not going up. That's the good sign but who knows what happens. I thought this was the problem with econ drive but i…
ODI 10505116
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
Engine
During test drive and multiple times since, engine bogs down or stalls when accelerating in traffic. Honda service dept. Checked car and found no apparent problems. Car has been returned several times with no satisfaction. Service manager said the hesitation was due to a safety feature that disengages the accelerator when touching the brake. Several times the car has stalled with no use of brakes. This "safety…
ODI 10473631
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Turned key to start and nothing happened; some warning lights went off, but no sound from starter, solenoid or other engine parts. Released key and turned key to start again; on second try, engine started properly. Sometimes, i may turn the key twice with nothing happening and engine starts on third try. Happens intermittently; can happen when engine is cold or hot. *tr
ODI 10630879
Engine · Power Train
I bought a fully loaded 2012 honda civic si sedan, with navigation. Car was wonderful first few weeks, then the issues started. When i engaged the clutch into 1st gear, also reverse, when i would level the clutch with the gas pedal, i would hear a high pitch noise. Kind of like a squeal. In all types of conditions. It is worse in the snow, rain, up a hill, and what not. I took it to my local honda dealership, the…
ODI 10499621
Engine
While turning left at a stop light (from a stationary position), the car stalls after 2 or 3 seconds in oncoming traffic. This has happened multiple times. The dealer's service department says they can find no history of such situations in their database and took no action. The problem occurs very frequently, particularly after idling for an extended period at long stop lights. *tr
ODI 10514651