Steering Problems of Honda Civic

Honda Civic owners have reported 2,341 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 (2,174 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

The car has excessive play in the steering causing much vibrations in the seat and steering wheel while driving, the slightest movement will send you all over the road and presents itself extremely jerky and unstable handling. It should not have this much play in the steering.   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

Rack and pinion/ gear box repaired. Honda already had a recall on the gear box. According to dealership the part in question was not under recall warranty and not covered. I strongly feel this part should be included in recall.   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...




Civic Service Bulletins
Civic Safety Recalls
Civic Defect Investigations