2012 Honda CR-V recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2012 Honda CR-V. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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- Apr 15, 2013Crash risk2013 Acura RDX, 2012–2013 Honda CR-V, 2012–2013 Honda Odyssey — Power Train
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 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
13V143000 · 204K units · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Oct 16, 2012Crash risk2012 Honda CR-V — Equipment
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.
12V501000 · 264 units · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Jul 19, 2012Crash risk2013 Acura Ilx, 2012 Honda CR-V — Latches/locks/linkages
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 position to prevent the door from properly latching.
12V338000 · 173K units · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)