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2012 Honda CR-V 2WD
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 26 MPG.
Safety rating (NHTSA 5-Star)
Official crash-test ratings for the 2012 Honda CR-V SUV 4WD.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 | 342 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
3 campaigns on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.
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 positi
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 11
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
515 complaints filed by owners for this model year (47 involving a crash, 6 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 2012 Honda CR-V 2WD?
EPA figures for the 2012 Honda CR-V 2WD reach 26 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 2012 Honda CR-V 2WD?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2012 Honda CR-V 2WD. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 2012 Honda CR-V 2WD?
Owners have filed 515 complaints with NHTSA for the 2012 Honda CR-V 2WD, most often about: Engine, Electrical System, Unknown Or Other. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
What is the safety rating of the 2012 Honda CR-V 2WD?
NHTSA gave the 2012 Honda CR-V 2WD (2012 Honda CR-V SUV 4WD) an overall 5-star rating in the official 5-Star Safety Ratings program.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.