Was in the left turn lane to enter freeway on-ramp. Once signal turned green, it was extremely difficult to turn the steering wheel. The power steering warning light appeared on the dashboard. Was somehow able to make it back home. Turned off the ignition per car manual, restart car and trouble cleared (no more warning lite, steering ok). Did some research on web, found out that Honda has issued service bulletin 09-043 to correct this defect (ie. Replace eps control module). Went to independent Honda repair shop, no trouble codes found on their scope (clears out after restart). Called Honda cust service (800-999-1009), but was told that since it's out of the 3 year warranty period, and nothing they can do. I just took my car to the Honda dealer to have the eps module replaced ($700 + labor), since I do not want to risk driving knowing that the steering can go out at any moment. I'm hoping that NHTSA can put pressure on Honda to issue a recall as this problem can be life threatening, especially if the eps went out on a curve or mountain road. Once again, when the eps unit goes out, it is extremely hard to steer!!!

- Placentia, CA, USA

Power steering failed to engage when starting from a cold start and attempting to drive out of a parking lot. Indicator panel light came on. Turned car off, then started again and power steering engaged without incident. This same scenario occurred a few more times over the following months, however, much more frequent these last 2 months, Nov./Dec. 2013. Has not happened while traveling on the road thankfully. Car becomes very hard to steer. Informed Honda service center 12/17/13 of problem during routine oil change, they performed diagnostic ($75) and recommended replacing the electric power steering control unit (eps) for $958. Investigated online posts and found many others have been dealing with this issue as well. Since this is a known condition by Honda (service bulletin # 09-043) and is a potential and deadly safety issue, I feel it warrants investigation and subsequent recall action.

- Delavan, WI, USA

Power steering failed. Steering was heavy while driving.

- Tulsa, OK, USA

Power steering went out while driving. Was fine after restart, but this is dangerous. Dealer only reset computer. This problem is all over the NHTSA site, and the car needs to be recalled!

- Erie, PA, USA

Stopped at red light power steering light came on steering went stiff. 2nd incident.

- Goodyear, AZ, USA

Power steering suddenly froze up in the middle of a left turn. Steering warning light came on, but I was nearly hit by a car that assumed I would be able to turn faster. Steering seemed to reset after turning the car off then on again, but did notice some sluggishness with acceleration after restarting. This is a really dangerous problem and I notice other published reports of this, so I think this warrants an investigation and a recall!

- Portland, OR, USA

While going 65mph on the freeway the power steering gave out and the little light icon on the dash turned on. Luckily, because I was going so fast I didn't need to turn the steering wheel much in order to get the car to move off to an exit. When the power steering gives out the wheel is almost impossible to turn. After that it would happen intermittently. Sometimes I would turn on the car and immediately the icon would light up and there would be no power steering. Then I would shut the car off and on again and then it would work again. Then I finally got stuck somewhere and had to be towed to the dealer. They had to replace the power steering computer" it cost $600+5 hours of labor. Now, almost a year later, it happens again. Now they are saying that it is the motor connected to the power steering" anyhow, super dangerous to be able to lose steering capabilities at any time.

- Fremont, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the power steering failed. The contact stated that the driver had to use more effort in order to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the electric power steering needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.

- Wilmington, NC, USA

Electric power steering failed while driving. Could barely move the steering wheel. I found out that Honda has a tsb out on this known problem (tsb # 09-043). It involves an expensive replacement of the eps module. If the vehicle is out of warranty, you're out of luck. I believe there should be a recall, as this is a very serious safety issue.

- Eugene, OR, USA

Power-assisted steering failed approximately 5 minutes into driving. Warning light for steering did illuminate on the dash console. After turning off vehicle and restarting, the power-assisted steering resumed normal operation.

- North Las Vegas, NV, USA

Accelerated out of an intersection, from a stop at a stop sign, car lost power, steering...coasted across intersection to a stop. Called for a tow. While waiting, attempted to start car-it started. Drove home and had it towed to dealer, examined for several days, could not find a problem to fix. Same problem just occurred while car was in motion driving at approximately 30 miles per hour. Car suddenly lost steering/power. Got car to side of road. Again, it restarted on its own after a few minutes. Weather conditions cold and dry.

- Devon, PA, USA

While driving my car across a busy intersection, I was wanting to turn left and in doing so, the power steering went out of the car and I headed right into oncoming traffic. I was unable to re-attain power steering and had to get my car pushed into a parking lot. This is the third time I have lost power steering (first time while driving in a busy intersection). I no longer feel safe driving my car as it had the potential to be a very dangerous incident. I have read on multiple websites that this has been an issues for Honda Fits but there has still not been a recall issued. I know that I feel unsafe now in my own car, something I would never want anyone to feel. This needs to be issued as a recall to ensure that no injuries are sustained due to this occurring. I have taken the car to the dealership, however they are not showing any identification code that the incident occurred. Due to the fact that this has happened on multiple occasions and there is a service bulletin out, it is only right to issue a recall and ensure everyone's safety on the road.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

My wife was driving on a main street at 35 mph. The power steering went out. An indicator light came on the dash board after the steering quit. She was able to get the car home with out the power steering. We found a forum on line where we found the problem addressed. Once we re-started the car the power steering worked. The people on the forum have complained that it will happen again. I am concerned about the safety of my wife and children. If it goes out whenever what will happen the next time?

- Parma, OH, USA

The power steering system acts up and causes you to loose power steering while you're driving making the steering of the car super stiff at a moments notice. According to forums online this, problem is very common amongst Honda Fit owners and most peoples' issue is caused by a faulty electronic power steering control unit. My issue is the same faulty component.

- Greenville, SC, USA

Over the years I have experienced my power steering fail and is happening more often the older the car gets. What happens each and every time is within the first 5-10 minutes of driving in the morning and usually on a damp and cool day is the power steering will stop working and a indicator light will come up on my dashboard. The first time it happened I did what the manual said and pulled over, turned the car off for about a minute and restarted it. It was fine after that and only happened about twice the first year. When I told the dealership that said they have never heard of this problem before and said to do what the manual said. After telling them this happens several times a year they were never concern or checked error messages from the electrical module. I've brought this to their attention several times without any acknowledgement to the sitiuation. Since that first year it is gradually get worse. I started keeping track in a calendar when ever this occurs. One month it happened three times and two of those times were two days in a row. Luckily it's only failed on the highway once which was a very scary experience! so far within the last year this has happened nine times.

- Mendota Heights, MN, USA

2007 Honda sports Fit. Power steering failed a few times already without notice since I bought it last weekend. Power steering did not lock up and was just fine during test drive. A few days ago, warning sign came on. Stopped the car and restarted again a few times and warning sign went away and I was able to drive off. This is a safety issue and Honda should recall this asap.

- Bothell, WA, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Fit. While driving on a mountainous road approximately 30 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle uncontrollably traveled off the road and crashed into a fence. The vehicle then turned completely over and landed back on the wheels. The air bags deployed and the contact and front seat passenger sustained severe injuries. Both were transported to the hospital by medical evacuation. The vehicle was declared as destroyed and towed to a collision facility. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

- Norfolk, VA, USA

Steering wheel suddenly seized up, range of motion about 10 degrees either way; ps warning light appeared on dash. Was able to slow, turn off road, park, consult manual. Restarted engine, ps warning light went off; was able to drive normally to dealer service dept. For advice. They said continue driving, return if any future incidents.

- Corvallis, OR, USA

Power steering warning light came on immediately after car was started, and steering wheel was very difficult to turn. Car was impossible to drive for even a short distance. Turned car off and back on 15 minutes later and problem was gone. Problem, has not returned since. Weather was 60 degrees, had rained earlier in the day, high humidity. I am concerned that this may represent a safety issue, but am unclear what action to take: 1) immediate dealer repair, -or- 2) wait and see if the problem returns. I want a statement from Honda Corp explaining to owners what to do in various cases and clearly stating when it is safety issue and when it is not. Example: 1 occurrence... do this. Multiple occurrences... do this. Specifically, when is it safe, and when has it not safe to continue driving the car ?

- Bloomington, MN, USA

Power steering fails intermittantly and can be eliminated temporarily by restarting the car. Service bulletin 09-043 delineates this problem and Honda dealers want in the vicinity of $1000 for the fix. As this is a severe safety problem, I am reporting it now.

- Estes Park, CO, USA