NHTSA Complaint #11646846 — 2021 HONDA CIVIC

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11646846
Vehicle	2021 HONDA CIVIC
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	March 6, 2025
Date Filed	March 6, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IL

Consumer Description

Sticky steering due to faulty eps gearbox. Recall is for 2022-2025 but many 2021 are affected. Steering is stiff and difficult, constant corrections being made just trying to steer straight, steering wheel does not want to return to zero position after taking a curve. Steering gets worse when it's cold out or after some rain due to the moisture.

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