CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly secured, allowing the magnet to become dislodged. During a full lock turn, the dislodged magnet may cause steering assist to be applied in the opposite direction.
- Risk
- The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A magnet that helps the electric power steering system read how hard you turn the wheel may not be properly secured and can come loose. If it becomes dislodged during a full-lock turn, the steering assist may be applied in the opposite direction. This unintended steering input reduces the vehicle's maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected 2017 or 2018 Honda CR-V or Civic, dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly at no cost to you. Honda will notify owners, and you can also contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall began November 9, 2018.
Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls on the NHTSA or Honda website, and schedule the free repair at an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Honda Civic | 20172018 |
|---|---|
| Honda CR-V | 20172018 |