The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·18V663000·Announced 2018-09-27

Honda Recalls 2017-2018 Civic and CR-V for Steering Defect

Honda is recalling 2017-2018 Civic and CR-V vehicles because a loose magnet in the electric power steering system may cause unintended steering input, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a steering defect that increases the risk of a crash, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the electronic power steering system where the magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal may not be properly secured. This allows the magnet to become dislodged.

During a full lock turn, the dislodged magnet may cause steering assist to be applied in the opposite direction. This unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly free of charge. The recall began on November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HONDA CIVIC, CR-V
Brand
HONDA
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
54

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • CIVIC
  • CR-V

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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