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Chart based on 7 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 automatic FWD
88000 mi
US $270
Broken CV Joint passenger side
131000 mi
US $150
Experienced shuddering at part throttle at low speeds. Transmission fluid flush and replacement was performed.
70000 mi
After fluid change, i had a leak develop. Replaced washer under lid
55200 mi
US $90
Slippage in first gear at 1500 rpm. Under 60K miles warranty, but over 5 years. Dealer recommended drain/refill of trans fluid before service schedule required. Issue appears resolved after additional 500 miles.
16000 mi
Loose linkage repaired under warranty
34000 mi
Linkage from shifter to transmission would rattle badly at 5000 plus RPMs. Dealer replaced under certified used gaurentee
17000 mi
Erratic upshifting; low mpg. Updates programming to PCM.
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