Does the 2012 Honda Civic have a fuel system recall?

Yes. Recall 11V288000 addresses a misaligned O-ring in the fuel feed line connection that can cause fuel leaks. Dealers replace the fuel feed line assembly at no charge.

How common are fuel system complaints for the 2012 Civic?

NHTSA lists 25 Fuel System complaints for the 2012 Civic, which is 5% of the 455 total complaints filed for that model year.

Are there any fires linked to the fuel system on the 2012 Civic?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 1 fire and 1 injury among the Fuel System complaints for the 2012 Civic.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear on the 2012 Civic?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Fuel System complaints on the 2012 Civic is 14,500 miles.

2012 Honda Civic Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 25 Fuel System complaints for the 2012 Honda Civic, 5% of its 455 total complaints that year, including 1 fire and 1 injury. A related recall (11V288000) covers a misaligned fuel feed line O-ring, with median failure mileage at 14,500.

Fuel System complaints: 25; 5% of 455
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 14,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Fuel leaks from the feed line accompanied by a strong gasoline odor, in one case leading to an engine fire shortly after driving.
Fuel leaking out entirely while driving at speed, with owners reporting stalling and a fuel smell before discovering the leak.
Sloshing or banging noise from the fuel tank when braking or stopping, especially when the tank is full, which some dealers described as a normal design characteristic.
Strong fuel odor and hissing noise inside the cabin when the tank is filled to capacity, with one owner reporting carbon monoxide-like symptoms.
Recurring 'check fuel cap' or emission system warning lights despite repeated fuel tank cover replacements by the dealer.
Fuel line deterioration found by an independent mechanic at high mileage, requiring fuel line replacement after an owner detected fuel leaking onto the ground.

When 2012 Honda Civic fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 23, 2011, latest Oct 27, 2025.

25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2011 to Oct 2025; peak Apr 2015 (3).

Fuel System recalls for the 2012 Honda Civic

NHTSA 11V288000May 18, 2011Fuel System1,156 vehicles
Fuel system, other:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 civic 2-door and 4-door vehicles manufactured from april 21, 2011, through may 2, 2011. There is a possibility that an o-ring, which seals a connection in the fuel feed line, is misaligned. If the o-ring is misaligned, a small fuel leak may occur.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel feed line assembly free of charge. The safety recall began on may 27, 2011. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Fuel System complaints by Civic model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20104 (1%)
20117 (4%)
201225 (5%)
201317 (5%)
201413 (4%)
201511 (3%)
201630 (3%)
201734 (6%)
2018174 (23%)
2019133 (31%)
202031 (14%)
20214 (3%)
202210 (1%)
20232 (1%)
20240 (0%)
202513 (19%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Honda Civic have a fuel system recall?: Yes. Recall 11V288000 addresses a misaligned O-ring in the fuel feed line connection that can cause fuel leaks. Dealers replace the fuel feed line assembly at no charge.
How common are fuel system complaints for the 2012 Civic?: NHTSA lists 25 Fuel System complaints for the 2012 Civic, which is 5% of the 455 total complaints filed for that model year.
Are there any fires linked to the fuel system on the 2012 Civic?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 1 fire and 1 injury among the Fuel System complaints for the 2012 Civic.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear on the 2012 Civic?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Fuel System complaints on the 2012 Civic is 14,500 miles.