Steering wheel sticks when turning, as has been reported by many others. It becomes difficult to make even small movements with the steering wheel and is a clear safety issue. When the issue first began, my car had only 30K miles on it - it now has 34K, and the problem has gotten materially worse. I see that this problem exists in recent CR-V models as well, so this appears to be a systemic issue.

- Arlington, VA, USA

While driving on the interstate highway, I noticed that my steering wheel was sticking in one position and small adjustments in direction were causing a jerking moment in the car's trajectory. This issue began with approximately 34000 miles on the vehicle and was most notable on the highway where small adjustments to the direction of travel were required. This issue has become increasingly worse with time and is noticeable now even in city driving. I researched the issue and found a recall for some Civics and CRVs titled Steering: Electric Power Assist (Recall Date:2018-09-26, #18V663000). I have been told by Honda that my car was not affected by this recall, but my car has the problem! Vehicle has 37700 miles on the odometer now with an appointment for diagnosis and repair later in June. Obvious safety issue!

- Savannah, GA, USA

The steering wheel feels like it-??s catching/sticking when driving. I felt like I was losing control of my Honda when driving on Interstate at speed of 60-65. Had to go at Lower speed just to get back home safely. Cancelled our trip. When turned wheel to left, I also felt it was sticking. Husband felt it on interstate too. I have brand new tires and wheel alignment, still problem. I had enough. Car only has 40115 miles on it. I took in Pensacola Honda dealership 05/29/24 they said the Steering gear motor has to be replaced. It not under warranty for us and very expensive.

- Pensacola, FL, USA

When adjusting steering, the vehicle acts as if thw steering wheel is stuck. After applying increased force, the steering wheel will break free, cause the vehicle to swerve at high speeds. This problem has been reproduced by a shop and a professional service technician. When Honda dealership was questioned about it, they revealed a recall for very specific group of 2018-19 CRVs that had an issue with the torque sensor magnets becoming dislodged or unaligned. I believe this issue has inpacted this vehicle in addition to the others, because the technicians could not find any other faults within the vehicle steering system. No warnings or lights illuminated on dash either.

- Goldsboro, NC, USA

While freeway driving steering wheel sticks, needs extra effort to move.

- Palmdale , CA, USA

Purchased vehicle March 6,2024. On the test drive I noticed some front end passenger issues and jerking of steering wheel while driving. I was assured it was a tire issue and alignment. I put new pads, rotors, calipers on front end and bought new tires. Car is still jerking from side to side while trying to steer no matter the speed but worse over 50 MPH.

- Rochester, NH, USA

Steering wheel is jerky. Seems to hesitate. When I took it to the dealership they knew exactly what was wrong. Stated that is a problem they are currently investigating for a recall on the 22-24 models but it doesn't include the 2018.

- Chillicothe, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and turning the steering wheel in either direction, the steering wheel was jerking abnormally and sticking. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the steering gear box was faulty and needed to be replaced; however, the parts need to repair the vehicle were on back order. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V663000 (Steering). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 70,000.

- Foxworth, MS, USA

Electronic Power Steering Rack. The internal failure in the EPS caused rough steering and sometimes steering would get stuck putting my self as well as other motorists and pedestrians at risk of being injured. The problem was confirmed by a Honda dealer. There was no warning lamps or messages prior to this failure.

- Punta Gorda, FL, USA

There is persistent sticky steering issue with my 2018 CRV. It started around 45,000 miles. My steering wheel feels as if it gets stuck when making slight turns. It is very difficult to drive a straight line due to constantly fighting the steering. I have complained several times over the past several years at the Honda dealership and each time I was told they couldn-??t mimic or find the problem. I just went back in and demanded to ride along with a tech because it-??s getting worse. They are telling me it needs a new rack and pinion and the cost is $3700 because it-??s out of warranty.

- Tell City, IN, USA

this is my second statement - my 2018 honda crv has a steering issue that began at about 75,000 miles - currently there is 86,000 miles - honda did a diagnostic test for $175 and told me the test showed no error codes - they then informed me the steering rack needed to be replaced at a cost of about $3000 but the replacement part is on back order until september 2024 - this crv is my only mode of transportation and i am concerned this steering issue is a danger - i have read that many honda's are having this steering issue but not all are being recalled - shouldn't honda fix this issue on all of their models ? thank you and have a nice day !

- Laporte, TX, USA

steering is sticking and vehicle wanders when driving down a straight road.

- Houston, TX, USA

The steering is sticky feeling, when you make a small adjustments left or right it feels like the steering is sticking

- Pacolet, SC, USA

About one month ago I began to notice an unusual -??kicking-?? sensation in my vehicle-??s steering wheel associated with a -??clicking-?? sound. It has gotten worse since then. I brought my vehicle to my mechanic where a faulty electronic power steering assembly was diagnosed. I was informed by them that this is an issue with many of the Honda CRVs made in 2022 and prior. Mine is a 2018. The cost of the repair is several thousand dollars. I have been advised by my mechanic to avoid unnecessary driving, especially on the freeways as this assembly could fail at any time. The replacement part is apparently very difficult to get even from Honda dealerships.

- Lakeside, CA, USA

Rack an pinion is breaking. This represents a safety risk while driving since the steering wheel at times does not have full control of the vehicle. Two local mechanic shops diagnosed rack and pinion defects and informed that it has been a recurrent issue in my car model.

- Caguas, PR, USA

The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the steering rack. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 5,700.

- Bonita Springs, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the steering wheel was jerking and pulling. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the same local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the torque sensor internal steering gear box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V663000 (Steering). The manufacturer was not notified about the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

- Ellijay, GA, USA

After 20-30 minutes of highway driving the steering wheel begins to stick and then presents a slight slack - always to the right - the problem becomes worse at higher speeds - i have been to two honda dealerships including where i purchased the car new - one dealership recommended a 4 wheel alignment - i had that done but it did not fix the issue - then the same honda dealer told me my rack and pinion was going out and they could replace it for $2,200 - all this began at about 75,000 miles - i then took the car back to the honda dealer from where i purchased the car - they told me a 4 wheel alignment would not fix the symptoms i described - they were also not able to replicate my problem and did not recommend a diagnostic test at this time as they charge $175 for that - i was told if it gets worse to bring the car back - further research has led me to honda forums where others are experiencing the same and similar issues - mainly with 2016-2017 honda civics - there have been no indicator or warning lights to help diagnose this issue - my 2018 honda crv does not have lane assist - it does have electronic power steering - thank you and have a nice day !

- Laporte, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the steering wheel was firm. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the steering gearbox needed to be replaced; however, the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V663000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.

- Mooresville, NC, USA

The vehicle has 54,000 miles and just this week the steering is sticking at the center position and it requires more effort to pull the steering wheel left or right. It-??s a constant issue when driving over 40mph! I went on line to several forums and it seems this issue is occurring on 2017-2018 CRV-??s with similar mileage of 50k on the vehicle. My VIN isn-??t showing a recall yet on this, so I felt it was important to notify the NHTSA because I feel this may lead to a significant safety hazard. I have an appointment next week to have a Honda dealership look into the steering problem. I also saw that several of the CRV owners have spent $5,000 out of pocket to fix the sticking steering! I-??m hoping Honda understands my model vehicle is suffering from a significant safety problem and puts out a recall to fix it? Thank you for the incredible work you perform to keep us safer from manufacturing defects!

- Oak Harbor , WA, USA