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1HGES16541L••••••2012 Honda FOCUS
10on this build
0on the model
0builds in total
2involved a crash
2injuries
Most reportedAir Bags 4Power Train 3Latches/locks/linkages 1Seat Belts 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashSep 2011
2001 honda civic. Consumer states air bag did not deploy during an accident *tgw the consumer stated she received a recall letter regarding safety problems with the air bag after she was involved in an accident. The consumer suffered a broken leg
EngineDec 2018
Engine and cooling system. Every part of the cooling system was checked and replaced including thermostat, water pump, timing belt, radiator, and all hoses. After running several diagnostic tests the car was showing no codes but would still overheat at times causing terrible…
Power TrainSep 2016
The contact owns a 2001 honda civic. While at a traffic stop, the vehicle stopped and did not move without warning. The vehicle was towed by aaa and was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the torque converter failed and the transmission needed to either be…
Unknown Or OtherJun 2015
Vehicle leaks coolant after being parked in garage for no reason. Noticed this problem when leaving and finding a huge puddle under car and drip spots from moving the car. When I opened the hood the cooling reservoir was empty
Latches/locks/linkagesOct 2000
Since I bought my honda civic 2001 in oct 2000, the door power locks will intermittenly get stuck. We then are trapped in the car. I've taken it to 2 different honda dealers and neither have a solution. It's dangerous, and since honda seems not to care, I'm hoping you can help.…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1HGES16541L066612 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.