Honda Civic, CR-V (2017-2018): Steering
Recall 18V663000 · Sep 27, 2018 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
54
vehicles affected
54
vehicles affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18V663000
- Date
- Sep 27, 2018
- Maker
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Units affected
- 54
- Kind
- Vehicles
- Component
- Steering > Electric power assist system
- Model years
- 2017-2018
- Started by
- The maker
- Hazard
- Crash risk
What is wrong
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.
What can happen
The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
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.
Vehicles covered
2 models, 4 model years in all
Related pages
Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 18V663000?
2 models: Honda Civic (2017-2018), Honda CR-V (2017-2018), about 54 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 18V663000?
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.
What can happen?
The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.