2012 Honda Civic Column recall 12V548000
Safety recall
Symptoms / what can happen
The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.
Cause
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.
The fix, in plain English
Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: 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.
Difficulty
Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.
Cost
Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.
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