We have 1,061 2012 honda civic vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 478 1owner cars, and 1,745 personal use cars. Test drivers said the standard fivespeed manual transmission is fun to shift and makes the best use of. Many service schedules never tell people to service the transmission calling the fluid lifetime or give ridiculously long service intervals. Tsbs also state that shifting problems may result in acceleration problems, including noise and vibration. Jun 01, 2015 transmission failure in those model years is a widespread issue with the honda accord, civic and odyssey. Car will roll backwards while in drive automatic transmission. Honda tsbs indicate that multiple crv automatic transmission models suffer from harsh shifting and acceleration problems. Epa mpg owner mpg estimates 2012 honda civic 4 cyl, 1. But in this case either transmission is available only with a specific engine, so buyers still dont have a choice in the matter. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Owners manual 2012 honda civic sedan honda owners site. The most notable exception was in 2014, when honda decided to forgo an inhouse designed transmission and chose the zf 9hp transmission for their acura tlx v6 model, later extending the offering of the zf transmission to the. While your at it check out our honda civic gallery which.
Search over 68,000 listings to find the best local deals. The list includes the honda civic type r, the ford shelby gt350, the. The automatic equipped 1990 honda civic was recalled because an improperly machined shaft. A look at the new honda civics continually variable transmission cvt, how it feels, how it operates, and some pros and cons, presented by justin pritchard. One problem related to automatic transmission has been reported for the 2012 honda civic. Jdm 92 95 honda civic sir b16a obd1 vtec engine 5 speed manual transmission complete 1. I get a loud thudbang when pulling off my car is 2009 honda civic. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 honda civic based on all problems reported for the 2012 civic. Honda civic 2012, automatic transmission speed sensor seal by genuine.
Reviewers said the 2012 honda fits fourcylinder engine feels lively around town, but that the fit can be slow to accelerate and pass other vehicles on the highway. The engine links to either a 5speed manual transmission, which comes standard, or an optional 5speed automatic. We welcome you to honda civic forums, one of the largest honda civic forums online. Jul 28, 2017 a look at the new honda civic s continually variable transmission cvt, how it feels, how it operates, and some pros and cons, presented by justin pritchard. An automatic transmission is optional on every trim, and a continuously variable transmission cvt also became available beginning with the 20 model year. To see how frequently 2007 honda civic problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Honda also replaced the civics fivespeed automatic transmission with a continuously variable automatic transmission. Though there are no gears in a cvt, some allow manual shifting. Transmission failure is most common in the 2001 honda civic, but it is also a frequent occurrence in the 2002, 2006 and 2007. The most common transmission problem associated with honda civics is transmission failure. Car models such as accord, civic, and odyssey are the worst example of honda cvt transmission problems. Honda hybrid 2003 automatic transmission, a couple of days ago. A small group of cars these days, mostly sporty models, only come with a manual gearbox.
Test drivers said the standard fivespeed manual transmission is fun to shift and makes the best use of the engines power. Nov 27, 2019 a growing number of cars and sport utility vehicles now come with a continuously variable transmission cvt instead of a conventional automatic. Unfortunately, i havent maintained it as well as i should have and its nearing the point where i have to buy another car. Honda will usually repair any transmission problem dealing with its models, so it is important to call your local dealer at the sign of any issue. Transmission failure with the honda civic is a widespread problem in models made from the early 2000s. Honda transmission repair manuals,atsg transmission manuals. Generally, a given model offers either a cvt or a conventional automatic. Digital trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. In the philippines, the ninth generation civic was initially launched in early 2012 and sold in 4 variants.
No matter what model honda civic you have theres a forum section here for you. Pros and cons of continuously variable transmissions carfax. Here is the list of some honda cvt transmission problems. The 2012 honda civic is a little more spacious, comfortable, and economical, but its now one of the blandest of the bunch. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. I currently own a manual transmission 02 honda civic with 260k miles and i love it. The civic hf comes with a standard automatic transmission. I found an 08 honda civic coupe exl in my price range with. Jdm 92 95 honda civic sir b16a obd1 vtec engine 5 speed manual transmission. Automatic transmission problems of the 2012 honda civic. Transmissions, or gearboxes depending on where youre from, provide a reverse gear and mechanical advantage to the engines power output. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 26 2012 civic models nationwide. Used 2012 honda civic for sale with photos cargurus. May 30, 2012 the standard civic sedan, coupe and hf models are powered by a 140hp 1.
Automatic vs manual transmission civic i currently own a manual transmission 02 honda civic with 260k miles and i love it. What are common honda cvt transmission problems car from japan. What are common honda cvt transmission problems car. To see how frequently 20 honda civic problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Cvts have been used in passenger cars since 1989, but if you havent been car shopping in several years, a cvt may be new to you. The only exception is often with regards to an automatic transmission. For manual transmissions, a bad transmission may be a grinding noise or feeling when shifting. Sep 30, 2019 know about the common honda cvt transmission problems. What transmission problems are common in the honda civic. The automatic transmission changes gears smoothly, and the manual gearbox is a breeze to shift. If your transmission is in need of repair, dont compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, offbrand replacement.
An automatic transmission problem may create a wiggling as. The worst complaints are accessories interior, engine, and body paint problems. The honda accord is the rare vehicle that offers both types. The 2003 honda accord, 2001 honda civic and 2002 honda odyssey appear to be the worst years for transmission failure. The 2012 honda civic has 36 nhtsa complaints for the power train at 24240 miles average. The last honda i will ever own is my 2012 civic hybrid paper wieght. Many service schedules never tell people to service the transmission calling the fluid lifetime or give ridiculously long service.
Used honda civic with manual transmission for sale on. If you are in the market looking for a honda civic for sale or honda civic parts for sale, then go check out our honda civic buy, sell, and trade forum. Vehicle specifications 2012 honda civic sedan honda. I get a loud thud bang when pulling off my car is 2009 honda civic. The standard civic sedan, coupe and hf models are powered by a 140hp 1. Honda has been experiencing transmission problems with its civic models made in the early 2000s, with the worst being in cars made in 2001. I have driven several manual transmission cars and never burnt a clutch,my first car when i was 17 was a little crappy ford festiva that had 100,000 miles that i totally did abuse and the clutch never went, i am 31 years old now i never launched this car, i drive aggressive but nothing. The primary cause of the crvs shifting problems is transaxle leakage. Know about the common honda cvt transmission problems. More than half of the reported transmission problems happen under 90,000 miles. Our list of 21 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2012 honda accord.
To purchase printed manuals, you can order online or contact. The 2012 honda civic lx compact sedan represents a step up from the entrylevel dx trim, and comes equipped with a number of standard features not found on the dx, such as air conditioning with air filtration, power door locks, cruise control, steeringwheelmounted controls, keyless remote, floor mats and map lights. Get reliability information for the 2012 honda civic from consumer reports. I dont know the transmissions in these cars, so i cant tell you what should be done to. This database includes information received by nhtsa from consumers either directly or as recorded by the vehicle safety hotline. It doesnt matter if you have a manual or automatic transmission. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle. Honda civic power train 2012 honda civic problems with. The worst complaints are metal grinding noise while shifting, transmission downshifts on acceleration, and transmission. Transmission problems you cant ignore norm reeves honda irvine. While your at it check out our honda civic gallery which includes 2001 honda civic pictures all the way up to 2007 honda civic pictures. May 11, 2011 this surprised me, as i thougt that the best fuel economy was always with a manual. Honda has long built nearly all of its own automobile transmissions, unlike many other automobile manufacturers which often source transmissions from external sources. The primary cause of the cr vs shifting problems is transaxle leakage.
Cvt transmission vs automatic vs manual cars, which transmission is best. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Tweaks to the engine this year have boosted fuel economy numbers to 2839 mpg when the engine is mated to the automatic transmission, and 2836 when linked to the manual transmission. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, a navigation manual with detailed instructions, settings, and other information is also available. Our list of known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2012 honda civic. This information may be used by nhtsa during the investigation process. My 2012 honda civic lx has a problem with its transmission, and i was hoping to.
Transmission failure is most common in the 2001 honda civic, but it is also a frequent occurrence in the 2002, 2006 and 2007 model years. Transmission failure in those model years is a widespread issue with the honda accord, civic and odyssey. Get reliability information for the 2010 honda civic from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. Other issues include the transmission slipping and failing to engage. What are the dtc codes related to honda civic transmission problems. Check service manual for atf fluid change procedure.
Civic sedan and coupe models offer a choice of a standard fivespeed manual transmission or an available fivespeed automatic transmission. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. The worst complaints are metal grinding noise while shifting, transmission. Honda cars released during 19992004, usually face transmission issues. Honda civic hybrid transmission problems car forums at. The 6speed manual transmission may emit a grinding noise when shifting into 3rd gear, pop out of 3rd.