CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Honda Crosstour has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (9 reports).
2012 Honda Crosstour recalls
Passenger airbag inflator can explode, sending metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles may rupture because its propellant can degrade after long exposure to high humidity, heat, and temperature cycling.
Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash
The front passenger airbag inflator may have been installed incorrectly when it was replaced during a previous repair.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
Certain 2010 Honda and Acura vehicles have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that can rupture.
Most common 2012 Honda Crosstour problems
Problem areas named in the 32 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
An aftermarket ignition interlock device installed in my vehicle requires ârolling retestsâ while the vehicle is in motion. During these rolling retests, the device alerts the driver and requires a breath sample within a short time window. To complete the test, the driver must physically pick up and handle the handheld unit and blow into the device while driving. This requirement creates a driver distraction because the driver must remove at least one hand from the steering wheel and divert attention from the roadway in order to complete the breath test. This procedure appears to conflict with Pennsylvaniaâs hands-free driving law, 75 Pa.C.S. §3316 (Paul Millerâs Law), which prohi
An aftermarket ignition interlock device (Intoxalock eLERT model) installed in my vehicle repeatedly malfunctioned and disabled the vehicleâs ignition system, preventing the vehicle from starting and operating normally. The device was installed on October 6, 2025 as part of a state ignition interlock program. The first malfunction occurred only four days later. The device has malfunctioned multiple times since installation. The most serious failure occurred in March 2026 when the device would not power on at all. Because the device controls the ignition relay, the vehicle could not start and became completely inoperable. The vehicle had to be towed to the service center that installed th
Car was due for timing belt maintenance at 100k miles. Timing belt and related parts were changed August 2023. I was told belt will last 100k miles. October 2024, 13.5 months later, the belt fails and causes catastrophic damage to the engine. My son had to push the car to the side the highway when this happened. Honda service said the engine is âtoastâ and is a cost of $7,000 to be replaced. Reached out to Honda corporate for help due to defective part. They said the part had a 12 month warranty and the car is too old to help you. I can only trust the people but so much but I should be able to trust the parts when they are OEM. Disappointed Honda no longer stands behind it parts.
Fuel pump malfunction
Honda is aware of faulty VTC actuators on certain models. There is no active recall to repair the defective part. This issue causes extra wear on the engine, which could then lead to catastrophic failure. That causes great hazard as that failure can occur at any time. Honda is currently charging owners roughly $2000 (in Wake County, NC) to repair this issue. This should be a covered recall for all owners, to avoid engine failure, accidents, and potential deaths on the roads.
2012 Honda Crosstour questions
Does the 2012 Honda Crosstour have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2012 Honda Crosstour: Passenger airbag inflator can explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Air Bags:Side/Window. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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 (9), Air Bags (3), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Honda Crosstour has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.