Engine
1.8L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 455 of 455 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 292 of 455 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Air bags
149 complaint records34 crash reports
"WE BOUGHT THE CAR,WE BEEN DRIVING IT NORMALLY AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON EVERY TIME WE START THE CAR FOR THE PAST WEEK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse air bags parts in the directory →
Steering
74 complaint records3 crash reports
"CHECK YOUR POWER STEERING SYSTEM, ERROR MESSAGE CAME ON WHILE STOPPED. AM UNABLE TO STEER MY CAR. CAR IS ONLY A 2012 WITH 23,000 MILES...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse steering parts in the directory →
Electrical system
59 complaint records2 fire reports2 crash reports
"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS UPON TURNING THE KEY TO START THE ENGINE THERE IS NO IGNITION. I TURN THE KEY OFF AND TRY IT AGAIN AND THE SECOND TIME THE ENGINE STARTS. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA21002 opened Sep 2021 | OPEN | Air Bags | Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. |
| EA19001 opened Apr 2019 | closed Sep 2024 | Air Bags | Electrical overstress - led to recall 20V024 The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect. |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12V548000 | Steering | 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. | Normally free |
| 12V256000 | Power Train | HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 HONDA CIVIC VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE PROCESS REQUIRED TO SEAT THE DRIVERS SIDE DRIVESHAFT AND SET THE RETAINING CLIP WAS NOT COMPLETED. | Normally free |
| 11V288000 | Fuel System, Other | HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CIVIC 2-DOOR AND 4-DOOR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 21, 2011, THROUGH MAY 2, 2011. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020610 2020-12-10 | Powertrain | 75,460 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the paint on the front axle shafts could delaminate or become damaged by road debris. As a result the axle shaft could corrode. |
| 2012174 2012-06-01 | Powertrain | 12,587 | On certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, the driver's side driveshaft could separate from the CV joint due to an improperly seated snap ring. |
| 2012031 2012-01-31 | Airbag | 59 | On certain vehicles, the side curtain airbag inflators may have been incorrectly manufactured and, as a result, one or both airbags may not deploy as intended. |
| 2011200 2011-05-17 | Fuel System | 339 | On certain vehicles, the fuel supply line may have been manufactured incorrectly, which could allow a fuel leak to develop. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| ONL6BD06242021 Jun 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Owner Notification Letter - Our records indicate that a EMISSIONS RECALL has not been completed on this vehicle (Vehicle Identification Number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX). | |
| ONL6BD10312019 Oct 2019 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, your vehicle's powertrain control module (PCM) may not properly adjust the air-fuel ratio resulting in your vehicle releasing air pollutants which exceed California and Federal standards. | |
| A17-023 Sep 2019 | Power Train | Service Bulletin - Due to an improper PCM calibration, under certain conditions after starting the engine the PCM cannot properly adjust the air-fuel ratio. As a result, vehicle emissions may exceed applicable standards. | |
| A19-106 Sep 2019 | Power Train | Service Bulletin - Due to an improper PCM calibration, after starting the engine the PCM cannot properly adjust the air-fuel ratio under certain conditions and the on-board emission-related diagnostic system may not appropriately detect a malfuction. | |
| ABOM09242019 Sep 2019 | Power Train | Dealer Message - Today, September 24, 2019, American Honda is announcing a stop sale and emissions recall for certain 2012 Civic vehicles that may be releasing air pollutants that exceed applicable state and federal standards. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A19050B May 2019 | Steering | ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both the cable reel and the steering angle sensor in position. If you don't , the VSA indicator may come on along with one or more VSA DTCs. | |
| A18-139 Feb 2019 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - This bulletin has been cancelled because the collection is now complete. If you did the collection in this Service Bulletin on or before February 26, 2019 (RO date), use the Warranty Claim Information provided below. | |
| A13-097 Feb 2019 | Visibility | "Service bulletin - Clearance between the motor pinion and the plate hole causes the plate body to flex, which allows the gear to move up and jump off the motor teeth." | |
| A18070 Aug 2018 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Service bulletin - Emission certification labels that were replaced on a small number of vehicles may have been replaced with a label listing incorrect information. | |
| ABOM08092018901 Aug 2018 | Equipment | Dealer message - Today, American Honda is notifying dealers of a voluntary noncompliance recall for a small number of Honda vehicles due to an error on the replacement (service part) underhood emissions labels. American Honda previously notified CARB and the EPA for this action. | |
| A17-085 Jul 2018 | Air Bags | Service bulletin - 2012 and 2015 Civic Front Passenger Inflator Collection. This bulletin has been cancelled because the collection is now complete. | |
| A18-059 Jun 2018 | Air Bags | Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement front passengers airbag inflator only. | |
| A12-069 Feb 2018 | Engine | Service bulletin - The oil consumption is more than the customer expects; the engine oil level is low on the dipstick sooner than expected based on overall vehicle usage, condition, and maintenance history. In some cases, the oil warning light may come on. | |
| A16-078 Jun 2017 | Equipment | Service bulletin - This bulletin has been cancelled because the collection is now complete. | |
| A17-023 Apr 2017 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SERVICE BULLETIN - DUE TO AN IMPROPER PCM CALIBRATION, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE THE PCM CANNOT PROPERLY ADJUST THE AIR-FUEL RATIO. AS A RESULT, VEHICLE EMISSIONS MAY EXCEED APPLICABLE STANDARDS. | |
| ABOM04212017901 Apr 2017 | Power Train | "DEALER MESSAGE - TODAY, APRIL 21, 2017, AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR, CO., INC. IS NOTIFYING ALL DEALERS OF A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL FOR CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 HONDA CIVIC PZEV VEHICLES TO ADDRESS THE POSSIBILITY OF NON-METHANE ORGANIC GAS (NMOG) EMISSIONS ABOVE THE REGULATION... | |
| A13-022 Feb 2017 | Fuel System | "SERVICE BULLETIN - FOR VEHICLES WITH SCI COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FUEL TANKS, HONDA IS NO LONGER REPLACING THE FUEL TANK AND SOLENOID VALVE ALTOGETHER. IF YOU REPLACE THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE, YOU MUST NOW REINSTALL THE ORIGINAL FUEL TANK." | |
| A05-032 Nov 2016 | Equipment | SERVICE BULLETIN - NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION. | |
| A15021 Oct 2016 | Fuel System | SERVICE BULLETIN - THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT WORK AND THE LOW FUEL INDICATOR BLINKS WITH FUEL IN THE TANK. THE PCM MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. | |
| A16-032 Jun 2016 | Air Bags | SERVICE BULLETIN - THIS BULLETIN IS CANCELLED BECAUSE THE COLLECTION IS NOW COMPLETE. AHM WAS COLLECTING THESE PARTS TO STUDY THE FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR. | |
| AIR BAG INFLATOR May 2016 | Air Bags | DEALER MESSAGE - IF THE SRS WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND A DTC 11-1X OR 11-2X OR A B0001-13 IS STORED IN THE SRS MAIN UNIT, REPLACE THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE. | |
| 16-032 Mar 2016 | Air Bags | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| A16-032 Mar 2016 | Air Bags | SERVICE BULLETIN - AMERICAN HONDA IS CONDUCTING A STUDY OF FRONT PASSENGERS AIRBAG INFLATORS. THIS COLLECTION INVOLVES A SMALL NUMBER OF FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATORS FROM SPECIFIC LOCATIONS. | |
| A16032 Mar 2016 | Air Bags | 2012 Civic Front Passenger's Air bag Inflator Collection. American Honda is conducting a study of front passenger's airbag inflators. This collection involves a small number of front passenger airbag inflators from specific locations. | |
| A13-021 Sep 2015 | Engine | "SERVICE BULLETIN - THE MIL COMES ON WITH ONE OF THESE DTCS: P2646/P2651 (ROCKER ARM OIL PRESSURE SWITCH CIRCUIT LOW VOLTAGE). P2647/P2652 (ROCKER ARM OIL PRESSURE SWITCH CIRCUIT HIGH VOLTAGE). | |
| DLR MSG - RFV - Jul 2015 | Steering | "DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2012-2015 CIVICS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF EPS (ELECTRIC POWER- ASSISTED STEERING) LIGHT ON WITH/WITHOUT LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST AS WELL AS HAVING THE DTC 33-01 (LOWER FET STUCK ON), 33-02 (UPPER FET STUCK... | |
| AER15070B Jul 2015 | Steering | "ENGINEERING REQUEST - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2012-2015 CIVICS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF EPS (ELECTRIC POWER-ASSISTED STEERING) LIGHT ON WITH/WITHOUT LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST AS WELL AS HAVING THE DTC 33-01 (LOWER FET STUCK ON), 33-02 (UPPER FET... | |
| A13-022 Jun 2015 | Fuel System | "SERVICE BULLETIN - FOR VEHICLES WITH SCI COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FUEL TANKS, HONDA IS NO LONGER REPLACING THE FUEL TANK AND SOLENOID VALVE ALTOGETHER. IF YOU REPLACE THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE, YOU MUST NOW REINSTALL THE ORIGINAL FUEL TANK." | |
| DLR MSG - HONDA Jun 2015 | Equipment | "DEALER MESSAGE - THIS IS TO INFORM YOU THAT HONDA SERVICE BULLETIN 06-015, NATURAL GAS FUEL TANK AND FUEL LINE INSPECTION, HAS BEEN REVISED TO INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING THE CNG FUEL TANK INSPECTION LABELS. THESE LABELS CAN BE ORDERED FROM HELM, INC. | |
| AER14110A May 2015 | Fuel System | HONDA 2012 CIVIC: INFORMATION REGARDING INACCURATE FUEL GAUGE. VEHICLES ARE TO BE INSPECTED FOR FAILURE. *LJ | |
| A06-015 May 2015 | Fuel System | "SERVICE BULLETIN - THE FUEL TANK IN ALL HONDA NATURAL GAS VEHICLES MUST BE INSPECTED FOR DETERIORATION OR DAMAGE EVERY 3 YEARS OR 36,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. THIS IS A REQUIREMENT OF HONDA AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT. | |
| 15-021 Mar 2015 | Fuel System | FUEL GAUGE OUT OF ORDER; LOW FUEL INDICATOR FLASHES WHILE THE TANK HAS FUEL*CN | |
| Service Bulletin Jan 2015 | Engine | Service bulletin - There is a chirping from the engine area while driving on rough roads in hot weather. The side engine mount's internal components are rubbing together, causing a noise. | |
| Service Bulletin Dec 2014 | Tires | Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs. | |
| 11172014 Nov 2014 | Engine And Engine Cooling | HONDA: CIVIC 2012-2013 : COMPLAINTS OF INCORRECT FUEL GAUGE. *LJ | |
| IN-11-05-14 Nov 2014 | Fuel System | HONDA: AN INVESTIGATION IS LOOKING INTO SOME VEHICLES THAT ARE EXPERIENCE AN INACCURATE FUEL GAUGE ISSUE. MODEL 2012 CIVIC. *PE | |
| DLR MSG - RFV - Nov 2014 | Electrical System | Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2013 Civics with a complaint of an inaccurate fuel gauge. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind. | |
| ENG REQ - AER141 Nov 2014 | Fuel System | Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012 Civics with a complaint of an inaccurate fuel gauge. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind. | |
| SVC-14-034 Nov 2014 | Structure | HONDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. WARRANTY EXTENSION, FOR 7 YEARS, ON SOME VEHICLES, FOR EXTERIOR PAINT ON HOOD AND FRONT FENDERS LEADING EDGE IS CRACKING; PAINT ON ROOF APPEARS TO BE CHALKY OR CLOUDY. MODEL 2012-13 CIVIC. | |
| Service Bulletin Sep 2014 | Equipment | Service bulletin - The exterior paint on the hood and the leading edge of the front fenders may crack or look chalky or cloudy. Also the roof, trunk, upper portions of the quarter panel, and the upper portions of the doors may look chalky or cloudy. | |
| Service Bulletin Jul 2014 | Electrical System | Service bulletin - The customer states the vehicle did not start due to a low state battery charge. The vehicle?s battery sensor monitors battery condition and the PCM determines charging mode. | |
| Service Bulletin Jun 2014 | Power Train | Service bulletin - The MIL comes on and DTC P0101 (MAF sensor circuit range/performance problem) is stored. The PCM misinterprets the mass air flow sensor inputs while driving with constant throttle movement. | |
| Service Bulletin Mar 2014 | Electrical System | Service bulletin - The customer states the vehicle did not start due to a low state of battery charge. The vehicle?s battery sensor monitors battery condition and the PCM determines charging mode. | |
| Service Bulletin Feb 2014 | Fuel System | Service bulletin - The MIL comes on and DTC P0455 (EVAP system large leak) and/or DTC P0456 (EVAP system very small leak detected) is set. The fuel fill cap (gas cap) may also be loose or have a stick-slip feeling when tightened. | |
| SB-13-097 Oct 2013 | Visibility | HONDA: ON SOME VEHICLES, BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT WINDOWS WILL NOT GO UP DUE TO LACK OF CLEARANCE BETWEEN MOTOR PINION AND PLATE HOLE CAUSING PLATE BODY TO FLEX ALLOWING GEAR TO MOVE UP AND JUMP OFF MOTOR TEETH. MODEL 2012-2013 CIVIC. *PE | |
| SB102213 Oct 2013 | Fuel System | HONDA: DUE TO AN INACCURATE FUEL GAUGE, SOME VEHICLES ARE BEING INVESTIGATED FOR THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION AND NEED TO BE INSPECTED. MODEL 2012 CIVIC. *PE | |
| SB-10-02-13 Oct 2013 | Structure | HONDA: ON SOME VEHICLES, AN INVESTIGATION IS REQUESTED REGARDING THE MOLDING ON ROOF BEING EITHER LOOSE OR MISSING. MODELS 2012-2013 CIVIC. *PE | |
| SB-10-11-13 Sep 2013 | Structure | HONDA: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE ROOF MOLDING IS EITHER LOOSE OR IS MISSING. MODELS 2012-2013 CIVIC. *PE | |
| SB-10-11 Sep 2013 | Power Train | HONDA: WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, IN SOME VEHICLES, NOISE IS HEARD FROM CLUTCH WHILE ENGAGED IN 1ST GEAR, AND SOUNDS LIKE A SQUEAKING, OR GROANING, OR GRINDING, RUBBING OR METALLIC. MODEL 2012 CIVIC. *PE | |
| A13-044 Sep 2013 | Electrical System | SERVICE BULLETIN -THE MIL COMES ON WITH DTC P0128 (COOLING SYSTEM MALFUNCTION) STORED. THE THERMOSTAT JIGGLE VALVE MAY INTERMITTENTLY STICK OPEN AND CAUSE THE PCM TO STORE DTC P0128. | |
| A-PAS-09122013-9 Sep 2013 | Power Train | "DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2012 M/T CIVIC SIS WITH A COMPLAINT OF A CLUTCH NOISE WHEN ENGAGING THE CLUTCH IN 1ST GEAR OR WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. THE NOISE CAN BE DESCRIBED AS GRINDING, SQUEAKING, GROANING, RUBBING OR METALLIC. | |
| SB-13-069 Aug 2013 | Electrical System | HONDA: DESCRIPTION OF THE UPDATE FOR HFL (HFT) CONTROL UNITS. DESCRIPTION OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT, UPDATING TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS, AS WELL AS HONDA CONTACT INFORMATION. *JS | |
| IN-08-2013 Aug 2013 | Engine | AMERICAN HONDA: VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE AN ENGINE SURGE UPON ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. AHM REQUESTS TO INSPECT VEHICLE BEFORE ANY REPAIRS ARE ATTEMPTED. *JS | |
| SB-012-08 Jul 2013 | Power Train | HONDA: DUE TO A CLICKING OR CLACKING NOISE, WHILE TURNING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT, THE CAUSE OF THE NOISE IS UNDER INVESTIGATION. MODEL 2006-2012 CIVIC. *PE | |
| IN-2012 Jul 2013 | Engine | AMERICAN HONDA: INVESTIGATION OF AN ENGINE SURGE ON SPECIFIC VEHICLES, WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. INSPECTION IS TO OCCUR PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING A REPAIR. *JS | |
| A-13-021 Jul 2013 | Engine | HONDA: DTC P2646/P2651 OR P2647/2652 MAY BE SET. THE ROCKER ARM OIL PRESSURE SWITCH MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL CIVIC SI MODEL YEAR 2002-2005. *JS | |
| IN-2006 Jun 2013 | Power Train | HONDA: A CLICKING OR CLACKING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN TURNING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT, IN SOME VEHICLES. MODELS 2006-2012 CIVIC. *PE | |
| SB-13-037 May 2013 | Fuel System | HONDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. A SMALL LEAK MAY OCCUR BETWEEN FUEL RECEPTACLE AND FUEL FILL PIPE DUE TO IMPROPER FINISHING AT TIME OF MANUFACTURING, CAUSING A HISSING NOISE OR GAS ODOR. MODEL 2012 CIVIC. *PE | |
| HSN-1305 May 2013 | Tires | HONDA: THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF, POWER ON, BUT IN ACCESSORY; NEVER USE CONVENTIONAL WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLIES ON PAX VEHICLES; MIL ON AFTER THROTTLE BODY CLEANING OR REPLACEMENT; S/M FIX BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING, DIALOGUE FOR DVD SURROUND SOUND FROM FRONT SPEAKERS ONLY. | |
| SB-13-017 Apr 2013 | Electrical System | HONDA: ODOMETER, TRIP COMPUTER, FUEL RANGE, AND FUEL ECONOMY STATUSES ARE NOT VISIBLE ON THE I-MID DISPLAY. THIS CAN BE FIXED WITH A SOFTWARE UPDATE. *KB |
Showing 60 of 71 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Watch the airbag warning light through a full key cycle.It should light on start and go out within seconds. A light that stays on, or never lights at all, means the system needs attention. Run the VIN for inflator recalls specifically.
- Drive one straight highway stretch and one slow parking lot.Wander or a shimmy over bumps at speed, and heavy or dropped assist at low speed, are the two faces of this vehicle's steering cluster. A clunk on turn-in points at the linkage.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 3 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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