Steering: electric power assist systemRecall 18V-663 · Honda vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recall 18V-663 covers 54 Honda vehicles for a steering: electric power assist system problem, reported to NHTSA on September 27, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q1) shows 87% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V663000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The 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.
The risk
The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
87%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 5, 2017 to January 22, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.