How common are steering complaints on the 2012 Honda Fit?

NHTSA has 16 steering-related complaints for the 2012 Fit, which is 14% of the 113 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2012 Honda Fit?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this steering issue on the 2012 Fit.

At what mileage do steering failures typically occur on the 2012 Honda Fit?

The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 30,500 miles, though some owners reported problems as early as 500 to 4,300 miles.

Have steering failures caused crashes in the 2012 Honda Fit?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 3 crashes tied to steering complaints for the 2012 Fit, though no injuries or fires were reported.

How does the 2012 Fit compare to other model years for steering complaints?

The 2012 Fit's steering complaint share is 14%, higher than most other years listed, including 2013 at 5% and 2015 at 2%.

2012 Honda Fit Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 16 steering complaints for the 2012 Honda Fit, 14% of its 113 total complaints for the year, with 3 crashes reported and a median failure mileage of 30,500. No related recall is listed for this issue.

Steering complaints: 16; 14% of 113
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 30,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Electronic power steering (EPS) cuts out or seizes intermittently, sometimes at speeds around 15 to 60 mph, forcing owners to fight the wheel.
Loss of steering response while turning or reversing has led to crashes into poles or curbs, in some cases recurring more than once.
EPS warning light illuminates along with interior electrical glitches, such as flickering dashboard lights and radio power loss, occurring alongside the steering cutout.
Steering assist loss is reported at idle or low speed as well as highway speed, with some owners noting the wheel becomes hard to maneuver during turns.
Alignment problems and uneven tire wear were reported in at least one case, with the issue recurring after dealer repair.

When 2012 Honda Fit steering complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 15, 2013, latest Jun 4, 2024.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2013 to Jun 2024; peak Feb 2013 (1).

Steering recalls for the 2012 Honda Fit

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Fit model year

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

200786 (23%)
200812 (6%)
200946 (16%)
201018 (10%)
201110 (9%)
201216 (14%)
20138 (5%)
20155 (2%)
20162 (2%)
20171 (2%)
20182 (2%)
20194 (3%)
20202 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering complaints on the 2012 Honda Fit?: NHTSA has 16 steering-related complaints for the 2012 Fit, which is 14% of the 113 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2012 Honda Fit?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this steering issue on the 2012 Fit.
At what mileage do steering failures typically occur on the 2012 Honda Fit?: The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 30,500 miles, though some owners reported problems as early as 500 to 4,300 miles.
Have steering failures caused crashes in the 2012 Honda Fit?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 3 crashes tied to steering complaints for the 2012 Fit, though no injuries or fires were reported.
How does the 2012 Fit compare to other model years for steering complaints?: The 2012 Fit's steering complaint share is 14%, higher than most other years listed, including 2013 at 5% and 2015 at 2%.