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Honda Steering Recalls Cover Difficult Turning and Loss of Control
Steering gearbox and rack defects dominate Honda's notices, with Civic appearing repeatedly. Certain 2017-2018 Civic and CR-V vehicles can receive steering assist in the opposite direction during a full-lock turn because a torque-sensor magnet may dislodge. Certain 2022-2024 Civics with replacement racks face tire damage, while the October 2024 recall covers excessive gearbox friction in several models, including 2022-2025 Civic and Civic Hatchback vehicles. Separate notices address a loose ball bearing in 2023-2024 Pilot gearboxes, water entry in 2023-2024 Odyssey and 2024 Acura RDX gearboxes, and loosening gearbox components in 2023 Passport and Ridgeline vehicles. Two motorcycle notices concern handlebar lock screws that can detach and interfere with steering.
Warning signs to watch for
- October 2024 steering gearbox recall — difficulty steering.
- September 2018 Civic and CR-V recall — steering assist applied in the opposite direction during a full-lock turn.
- November 2023 Pilot recall — loss of steering control or steering lock-up.
- March and July 2026 motorcycle recalls — a detached handlebar lock screw can interfere with steering.
Can you keep driving? What the notices say
None of these steering notices instructs owners to stop driving or park outside. The September 2018 Civic and CR-V notice describes unintended steering input that reduces maneuverability. The November 2023 Pilot notice identifies possible steering lock-up, and the October 2024 gearbox notice identifies difficulty steering. The motorcycle notices describe a detached lock screw interfering with steering. These consequences carry crash risks, but the notices do not tell owners to stop driving. The remaining steering notices likewise do not tell owners to stop driving.
What the free repair involves
Repairs are free. Dealers replace the gearbox assembly for the September 2018 recall and inspect replacement Civic racks under YFW, replacing them as necessary. FFX and LHU/FHT require rack replacement. LHY requires gearbox inspection and replacement as necessary. The motorcycle recalls require a replacement lock screw and thread lock. The October 2024 recall requires worm gear spring replacement and grease redistribution or addition as necessary.
Severity at a glance
| Severity | Recalls |
|---|---|
| high | 7 |
| medium | 1 |
Models affected most
Where owners report steering problems most
NHTSA owner complaints filed under steering for the Honda models and years in this guide. Complaints are unverified reports and are not limited to the recalled defects.
| Vehicle | Steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 Honda Civic Hatchback | 734 |
| 2022 Honda Civic | 731 |
| 2023 Honda CR-V | 325 |
| 2018 Honda CR-V | 323 |
| 2018 Honda Civic | 224 |
| 2023 Honda Civic Hatchback | 196 |
| 2024 Honda CR-V | 127 |
| 2023 Honda HR-V | 79 |
Every recall in this group
| Date | Recall | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2026 | Honda CMX300, CMX500 Handlebar Lock Screw May Loosen | high |
| Mar 12, 2026 | Honda CMX300/CMX500 Handlebar Lock Screw May Loosen | high |
| Oct 3, 2024 | Honda and Acura Steering Gearbox Can Cause Difficulty Steering | medium |
| Mar 7, 2024 | Honda Passport, Ridgeline Steering Gearbox Can Loosen | high |
| Feb 15, 2024 | Acura RDX and Odyssey Steering Corrosion Risk | high |
| Nov 2, 2023 | Honda Pilot Steering Gear Box May Lock Up | high |
| Oct 19, 2023 | Honda Civic Repaired Steering Rack May Damage Tire | high |
| Sep 27, 2018 | Honda Civic, CR-V Unintended Power Steering Input | high |
Common questions
Does the Civic replacement-rack recall cover any Civic with steering trouble?
The October 2023 notice covers certain 2022-2024 Civic 4-door and Civic 5-door vehicles that received a replacement power steering rack during a service repair. Dealers inspect the rack and replace it as necessary, free of charge.
What causes difficult steering in the October 2024 Honda recall?
That notice identifies an incorrectly manufactured steering gearbox assembly that can create excessive internal friction. Its remedy is replacement of the worm gear spring and redistribution or addition of grease as necessary, free of charge.
What do Honda dealers do for the motorcycle handlebar lock screw recalls?
Both the March and July 2026 notices specify replacing the handlebar lock screw and applying thread lock, free of charge. They describe a screw that may detach and lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering.
A recall applies only to specific vehicles. Check your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.