2012 Honda Fit Base
JHMGE8H3XCS004044
Vehicle history report for the 2012 Honda Fit Base (VIN JHMGE8H3XCS004044). Red, hatchback/liftback/notchback, 1.5L 4-cyl 117 hp, gasoline. 38,185 mi reported. Registered in Nc. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 2012 Honda Fit worth?
What comparable 2012 Honda Fit vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2012 Honda Fit.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Crash-test safety ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2012 Honda Fit.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2012 Honda Fit 5 HB FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 Honda Fit costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($10,286) with the same model 5 model-years older ($4,433), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN JHMGE8H3XCS004044
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2012 Honda Fit.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 113 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Honda Fit, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 113
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2012 Honda Fit.
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2012 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while making a turn from a complete stop at the exit of a gas station, the vehicle became immovable, and there was an abnormally high-pitched grinding sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to AAA Auto Body Shop, where the contact was informed that the passenger's side …
NHTSA ODI #11723931STEERING
The electronic steering power assist failed several times in the past two weeks. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The safety of occupants was put at risk because of the difficulty of steering safely in traffic. The car has not yet been taken to my dealer for evaluation. The vehicle or component has not yet been inspected. No warning lamp…
NHTSA ODI #11592516STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While driving my regular commute to work with the radio on, the radio and interior lights (not sure if headlights because I can't see them) flashed on and off and the power steering warning light flashed on and off. At that time, the car jerked and I lost power steering for a moment. This happened several times and the radio stopped working. This did not hap…
NHTSA ODI #11567103ENGINE
Three instances of engine misfiring, causing the car to immediately go into a speed limiting mode during driving. This is a major safety hazard and can happen in the middle of high speed driving. The first instance was a 52K miles, second at 69K miles, and third at 130K miles. The most recent instance resulted in the spark plug ejecting from the cylinder hea…
NHTSA ODI #11529075FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
The contact owns a 2012 Honda Fit. The contact stated he noticed a strong odor of gasoline inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the mechanic stated that spark plug #3 was loosened. The ignition wire was replaced, and the spark plug was tightened. The manufacturer was contacted, and a complaint was filed. The failure milea…
NHTSA ODI #11492292ENGINE
Driving down the highway the spark plug was blown out of the engine head and the car lost power immediately. The car has approximately 12,000 miles and all OEM parts from the manufacture. Maintenance was kept up on the car. This is extremely dangerous since this highway is usually busy with cars and tractor trailers. My son was in the left lane and was a…
NHTSA ODI #11464459TIRES
The contact owns a 2012 Honda Fit equipped with Continental General Tires, Tire Line: Altimax RT43, Tire Size: 195/50/R16, DOT number: 6539wby54618. The contact stated that the driver’s side front tire had started to show signs of bubbling on the sidewall of the tire. The contact had taken the vehicle to a certified tire mechanic who notified the contact of…
NHTSA ODI #11424370ENGINE
SPARK PLUGS NUMBER 1 & 2 CAME LOOSE AND CAUSE VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY LOOSE POWER ON HIGHWAY. THE LOOSE SPARKPLUGS DAMAGED THE IGNITION COILS AND THE CAR WOULD ONLY RUN AT ABOUT 15 MPH WHICH WAS DANGEROUS ON THE HIGHWAY. WHEN INSPECTED THE NUMBER 3 & 4 PLUGS WERE STILL TIGHT. SPARKPLUGS AND IGNITION COILS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. AROUND 90000 MILES ON VEHICLE. DATE …
NHTSA ODI #11396580+ 105 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN JHMGE8H3XCS004044 valid?
JHMGE8H3XCS004044 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Japan. It decodes to the 2012 Honda Fit.
Does the 2012 Honda Fit have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2012 Honda Fit. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2012 Honda Fit?
Comparable 2012 Honda Fit listings run roughly $6,000–$12,995, typically around $10,286 (from 62 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What is the 2012 Honda Fit safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2012 Honda Fit an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 4★, rollover 4★).
What fuel economy does the 2012 Honda Fit get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Honda Fit at about 30 mpg combined (27 city / 34 highway).
Data last checked 4 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.