The 2012 Honda Civic is documented here with 3 trims and full specifications. It belongs to the honda-civic-ix-sedan generation (2012–2014). Performance figures reach up to 201 hp, a top speed of 217 km/h, and 0–100 km/h in as little as 8.5 s. The most efficient trim returns 7.6 L/100 km combined.
2012 Civic at a glance
- Max power
- 201 hp
- Top speed
- up to 217 km/h
- 0–100 km/h
- from 8.50 sec
- Best fuel economy
- 7.6 L/100km combined
- Lowest CO₂
- 178 g/km
- Length
- 4545 mm
About the honda-civic-ix-sedan generation
2012–2014 | Sedan | length 4545 mm, width 1755 mm, height 1435 mm, wheelbase 2675 mm | Engines: 1.8 i-VTEC (142 Hp) Automatic, 1.8 i-VTEC (142 Hp), 1.5 (110 Hp) Hybrid e-CVT
Produced 2012–2014. See all generations →
Recalls & safety notices (3)
Source: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Applicable to US-market 2012 Honda Civic vehicles.
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12V548000 STEERING:COLUMN 2012-11-21
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.
Consequence: 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.
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12V256000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT 2012-06-04
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 HONDA CIVIC VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE PROCESS REQUIRED TO SEAT THE DRIVERS SIDE DRIVESHAFT AND SET THE RETAINING CLIP WAS NOT COMPLETED. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVESHAFT MAY SEPARATE.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE WILL HAVE A LOSS OF DRIVE POWER AND MAY ROLL AWAY IF THE PARKING BRAKE HAS NOT BEEN SET WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR HAS BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION, INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH OR PEDESTRIAN INJURY.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver's side driveshaft and install a new driveshaft as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 21. 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
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11V288000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS 2011-05-18
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CIVIC 2-DOOR AND 4-DOOR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 21, 2011, THROUGH MAY 2, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT AN O-RING, WHICH SEALS A CONNECTION IN THE FUEL FEED LINE, IS MISALIGNED. IF THE O-RING IS MISALIGNED, A SMALL FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FEED LINE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the 2012 Honda Civic?
The 2012 Honda Civic produces up to 201 hp across its trims, with a top speed of 217 km/h.
Is the 2012 Honda Civic fuel efficient?
The most efficient 2012 Civic trim returns about 7.6 L/100 km in combined driving.
Are there recalls on the 2012 Honda Civic?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns from the U.S. NHTSA are listed for the 2012 Honda Civic below, including the affected component and the official remedy.