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2012 Honda Crosstour EX I4

The 2012 Honda Crosstour EX I4 is a 192-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $27,755 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

It makes 192 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 162 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm, spinning to a 7,100 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).

The Crosstour measures 196.8 inches long on a 110.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,703 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$27,755 ($39,287 *)
MSRP with Destination$28,585 ($40,462 *)
Destination Charge$830
Engine
Engine Type2.4L Inline-4 (naturally aspirated), i-VTEC
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower192 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Torque162 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Redline7,100 rpm
Valvetrain16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC
Bore and Stroke87 x 99
Compression Ratio10.0 : 1
Injection TypeMulti-Point Fuel Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed automatic
1st Gear2.697 (49 mph **)
2nd Gear1.606 (83 mph **)
3rd Gear1.071 (124 mph **)
4th Gear0.766 (173 mph **)
5th Gear0.612 (217 mph **)
Reverse1.889
Final Drive4.533
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Tank Capacity18.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble Wishbone
Rear SuspensionIndependent Multi-Link
Front Stabilizer Bar27.2 mm
Rear Stabilizer Bar14.0 mm
Turning Diameter40.2 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc, 11.7 in
Rear Brake DiscSolid disc, 12.0 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 in Alloy
Wheels Rear17 in Alloy
Tires FrontP225/65R17
Tires RearP225/65R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length196.8 in
Width74.7 in
Height65.7 in
Wheelbase110.1 in
Front Track64.9 in
Rear Track64.9 in
Ground Clearance6.2 in
Cargo Volume25.7 ft³
Curb Weight3,703 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)56% / 44%
Interior
Headroom Front39.5 in
Headroom Rear37.5 in
Legroom Front42.2 in
Legroom Rear37.4 in
Shoulder Room Front57.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.2 in
Hip Room Front55.3 in
Hip Room Rear53.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (12.7 % risk)
Tested variant: 2012 Honda Crosstour SUV FWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2012 Honda Crosstour SUV 4WD: overall not rated

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Honda CROSSTOUR. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 27, 2019 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

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 assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 19V502000

May 16, 2019 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

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.

Consequence: An incorrectly installed air bag inflator may not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: 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 M4O, P4R, T4Q, and W4P.

NHTSA campaign 19V378000

Sep 27, 2018 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

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. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Acura TSX, TSX Wagon and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Insight, Fit and Pilot vehicles, 2011-2012 Honda Accord and 2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Lastly, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot, 2011-2013 TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord and 2010-2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 18V661000

Feb 1, 2012 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

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.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 12V030000

32 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Honda CROSSTOUR

Owner Complaints

32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Honda CROSSTOUR (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train9
Air Bags3
Electrical System3
Engine3
Steering3
Unknown Or Other3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 13, 2026 · Electrical System
“An aftermarket ignition interlock device installed in my vehicle requires “rolling retests” while the vehicle is in motion. During these rolling retests, the device alerts the driver and requires a…”
Mar 13, 2026 · Electrical System
“An aftermarket ignition interlock device (Intoxalock eLERT model) installed in my vehicle repeatedly malfunctioned and disabled the vehicle’s ignition system, preventing the vehicle from starting and…”
Oct 27, 2024 · Engine
“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…”
Nov 7, 2023 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“Fuel pump malfunction”
Sep 14, 2022 · Power Train, Unknown Or Other
“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…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 HONDA CROSSTOUR. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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