Steering Problems of Honda Civic

Honda Civic owners have reported 2,634 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 24 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (2,466 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power steering light on (22 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of Honda Civic

The Steering problem

On 9/9/2026 and one other occasion within the past few months, the vehicle was started normally using the keyless ignition. The driver then disengaged the parking brake and shifted into reverse. The vehicle began backing out a driveway when it was discovered that the steering remained locked   Read details...

The Power Steering Light On problem

Traveling at highway speeds with the vehicle heading in a fairly straight trajectory, attempts to adjust the steering slightly in either direction (to correct for any drifting) are met with resistance in the form of the steering "sticking" to its' current position.   Read details...

The Power Steering Failed problem

Steering would become "stuck" and you would have to force the vehicle to turn while in motion and the steering wheel would making a clicking sound. Would happen about 20-30 minutes after being driven. Took into a Honda dealership and they said it is the power steering rack is failing   Read details...

The Steering Rack And Pinion problem

The steering wheel was sticking when the wheel was turned. Problem for several months, progressively got worse. Checked for a recall and spoke to a Honda representative and was told my car was not manufactured at the facility that had the recalls for the Honda Civic 2018 models. I had to pay $4578.   Read details...

The Steering Wheel problem

Letter from congressman king on behalf of constituent re 2016 Honda Civic defective car. The consumer stated the bluetooth would freeze during an incoming call. This can only be corrected by shutting the vehicle off. When the vehicle was idle the air conditioner would blow hot air.   Read details...




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