2012 Honda CR-V Maintenance guide

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The 2012 Honda CR-V, with a combined MPG of 25 and All-Wheel Drive, presents a good reliability profile (7.8 LLM Score). However, a significant number of Technical Service Bulletins (62) and three recalls, notably a door latch issue and a transmission interlock concern, warrant proactive inspection and maintenance.
Reliability Score
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost
$400 - $600
TSBs & Recalls
62 TSBs | 3 Recalls
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Key Takeaways
- Proactive inspection of door latches is recommended due to a moderate severity recall.
- Address the brake-shift interlock recall, especially for cold-weather operation.
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Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
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