NHTSA ODI #11642563

2021 Honda Civic Complaint

Steering

Filed February 13, 2025 · Incident date February 13, 2025

Vehicle
2021 Honda Civic
Component(s)
Steering
Complaint filed
February 13, 2025
Date of incident
February 13, 2025
Reported VIN
SHHFK7H43MU

Owner's description

Similar to the recall made for Honda civics years 2022-2024 for difficulty steering due to improperly produced steering gearbox, in experiencing difficulty steering. In particular, it is felt as a sticky feeling when making left turns. When making slight left turns, the steering wheel will remain “stuck” in a turned position unless forced to realign straight. The sticky wheel and extra effort to stay aligned in lanes increased risk to crashes and accidents. Many people online have expressed issues in this generation of civics (10th gen 2016-2021) but since it is not a recall, it is costly to diagnose or fix even though a recall was made for those made after.

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