For the first time in recent memory, Consumer Reports says it can no longer recommend the Honda Civic compact sedan. The 2012 Civic finished second from last in a twelve-car analysis, dropping 17 points from a very good 78 to a mediocre 61 on Consumer Reports’ 100-point scale. CR said areas that contributed to the Civic ratings drop include lower interior quality, choppy ride, long stopping distances, and pronounced road noise.