Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V124000 Reported March 23, 2012

Passenger-side front lower arm

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) · Suspension · 1,316 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12V124000
Manufacturer Campaign
S33
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
1,316
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 23, 2012

Defect Summary

Honda is recalling certain model year 2006 cr-v vehicles. the weld strength attaching the sub-frame bushing collar to the passenger-side front lower arm is insufficient. the collar can separate from the arm due to vibration while driving.

Safety Consequence

As a result, a loss of steering can occur, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production lot stamp on the passenger-side front lower arm and, if necessary, replace the lower arm, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about april 17, 2012. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference recall ID 12V124000 or campaign S33.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 12V124000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 12V124000?

NHTSA recall 12V124000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on March 23, 2012. It addresses: Passenger-side front lower arm. The recall affects approximately 1,316 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V124000 or the manufacturer campaign number S33. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.