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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.
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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