2012 Honda Civic Honda Civic 2012

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2012 Honda Civic repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (38%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (10%)

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2012 Honda Civic suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (58%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Honda Civic 4dr Sedan

140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

109273 mi

C $389
Loud howling noise coming from right-front of vehicle. Right-front wheel bearing assembly replaced. 
186025 mi

C $297
Excessive play in Outer Tie Rod End - replaced 

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2012 Honda Civic 4dr Sedan

140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD

80000 mi Damaged wheel bearing 
58000 mi

US $100
This make/model is known for abnormal rear tire wear, our's had the problem. You get cupping that causes the rear tires to get really loud when driving - like you have knobby tires mounted - the tone varies with speed. The shop adjusted the alignment to compensate for the issue. 
11000 mi FOUND LH AXLE NUT LOOSE O5 STEERING 674 WHO 1 90305-692-O1O NUT, SPINDLE (22MM) 10503 INSTALLED NEW AXLE NUT, TORQUED TO SPECS, TEST DROVE VEHICLE NO NOISES HEARD, **************************************************** 
26500 mi Bushing had a crack, replaced under warranty 
32240 mi On extended warranty, dealer replaced two shock absorbers in a wheel. 
81840 mi Front struts replaced, excessive suspension noise coming from front end when going over speed bumps, driveway entrances 
4340 mi Electric power steering stopped working after driving through deep snow. Warning light came on. Clicking sound from behind glovebox after starting engine. Turns out a sensor had become disconnected. Reconnected by dealer and fine since. 

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2012 Honda Civic 2dr Coupe

140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD

52000 mi Leak in rear struts 
93620 mi

C $1175
two front lower control arms 
101680 mi

C $1200
Tie-rod was replaced on 3 wheels 4 sway bar link were replaced 
88754 mi

US $726
No power steering. EPS module replaced. 

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2012 Honda Civic Suspension Problems

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