NHTSA recall 12V256000

Power Train · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

June 4, 2012report date

50,190units affected

Vehicle recalltype

Details

What's wrong: During assembly, the process required to seat the driverâs side driveshaft and set the retaining clip was not completed. As a result, the driveshaft may separate.

Why it matters: If this occurs, the vehicle will have a loss of drive power and may roll away if the parking brake has not been set when the gear selector has been placed in the âparkâ position, increasing the risk of crash or pedestrian injury.

The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver's side driveshaft and install a new driveshaft as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 21. 2012.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

2012 Honda Civic

All model years NHTSA lists

2012 Honda Civic.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V256000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.