Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) – Incorrect Steering Column Installed

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.


Report Received Date 11/21/2012
NHTSA ID 12V548000
Consequence Summary The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code S69
Potentially Affected 157
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=12V548000)