Model year guide

2012 Honda Crosstour

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Honda Crosstour is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 272 on record.

2012 Honda Crosstour — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2012 Honda Crosstour at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints32
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$17,537

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2012 Honda Crosstour recalls 4

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V661000 · 27/09/2018

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, California, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands.…

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M2J and S2K.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #19V502000 · 27/06/2019

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-2014 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembl…

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are F5F and Q5E.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #19V378000 · 16/05/2019

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M…

Air Bags:side/window NHTSA Campaign #12V030000 · 01/02/2012

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 ACCORD AND CROSSTOUR VEHICLES. THE DRIVER-SIDE OR PASSENGER-SIDE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS.

Fix: HONDA WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE OR PASSENGER'S SIDE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG AS NEEDED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 24, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2012 Honda Crosstour common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2012 Honda Crosstour safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2012 Honda Crosstour SUV 4WD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2012 Honda Crosstour MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,817

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2012 Honda Crosstour worth?

Low
$14,400
Typical price
$17,537
High
$20,300

From 271 comparable 2012 Honda Crosstour listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Honda Crosstour costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,085
Fuel only$14,085
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Honda Crosstour trims & engines on record

Trims
EX-L · EX · EX-L V6 · EX V6
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 271 hp · 2.4L 4-cyl 192 hp

2012 Honda Crosstour vehicles on record

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Other Honda Crosstour model years

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2012 Honda Crosstour — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Honda Crosstour have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2012 Honda Crosstour. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Honda Crosstour?

Based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, electrical system.

What is the 2012 Honda Crosstour safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2012 Honda Crosstour crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2012 Honda Crosstour get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Honda Crosstour at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway).

How much is a 2012 Honda Crosstour worth?

Comparable 2012 Honda Crosstour listings run roughly $14,400–$20,300, typically around $17,537 (from 271 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.