| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2012 Honda CR-V repairs by problem area
Engine (16%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (19%)
Brakes and Traction Control (14%)
Suspension and Steering (2%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (42%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 102 repairs.
2012 Honda CR-V engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (19%)
< $100 (75%)
Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Honda CR-V 4dr SUV
185-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| 28100 mi | Removed Dash to replace heater core. 5 hours to complete task. A common problem on 2012 and 2013 CRV |
| 34000 mi | VTC actuator was replaced per TSB due to grinding noise at startup. |
| 23000 mi | The next day after reflashing, I noticed a very loud ratcheting noise during first start-up of the day with a completely cold engine. Told it was the variable time solenoid but that it was unrelated to the computer update. |
| 59800 mi | Near end of winter driver side heat would not go above approximately 70-72 deg. Dealer stated it was a known issue of build up in cooling system but not covered under extended warranty. After complaining dealer flushed system for no charge. |
| 38900 mi | Made grinding noise pre-ignition. Replaced VVT Actuator at no cost. Problem can go back as far as 2008, TSB issued but no recall initiated. |
| 18000 mi | Engine hesitation noticed. pcm software version updated to change engine running condition. |
2012 Honda CR-V 4dr SUV
185-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD
| 68500 mi | They replaced a part that pre-flushes the overhead cams with oil as the engine is started. It was making a loud noise every time the engine was started and was getting worse. This is a known issue, however, NOT a recall, which was a little annoying. Honda replaced the part under the EXTENDED warranty I purchased when the car was new. |
| 88000 mi | Engine rattle at cold start. Diagnosed as failing vtc actuator. Fixed at no cost under cpo powertrain warranty. |
| 157000 mi US $1870 |
Replace Timing Chain and VCT module |
| 63000 mi US $84 |
VTC actuator replaced. Honda covered 90% of cost. |
| 56000 mi US $100 |
Cat studs replaced |
| 49000 mi US $300 |
Heat only worked on passenger side, heater core was flushed fixed problem |
| 36000 mi | At engine heard weird sound last for few seconds when engine is cool. Replaced a part used when starting the engine. |
| 19400 mi | Recall - software for engine computer replaced to fix battery charging problem. |
| 47000 mi US $350 |
Flush the heater core |
| 51000 mi | Valve timing actuator replaced. Was making noise at startup, but did not fail. |
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