general problems of the 2019 Honda CR-V - part 1

Since the first day of owing this 2019 cr v, the steering wheel did not smoothly turn. It would turn in small increments, somewhat jerking. As the years have gone by, the situation is worsened. I am afraid we will be in an accident along the highway. Today, I decided to check on what might be the cause, thinking something simple such as hydraulic fluid. Oh my gosh! I found 122 NHTSA complaints of exactly the same problem. And not only that! this exact situation was the subject of a recall of earlier versions of the same model. This is not my first rodeo with this specific car. Honda and NHTSA should both be concerned about the safefy of its customers. Brake systems and steering systems ought to top the list for recall considerations. What is the correct number of complaints to cause a recall? how many of those affected actually file a complaint? I suspect a very small number. Do people have to first be in an accident or be killed as a result of the problems identified by both the customers and their mechanics and dealerships?.

Vehicle (31,000 miles) exhibits sticky steering or notchy steering near the straight-ahead position. At highway speeds, the steering wheel resists small steering corrections and then breaks free, causing overcorrection. The condition requires constant micro-corrections to maintain lane position. I first noticed the problem around 10,000 miles. I turned off the lkas system off. It appears to be getting worse. I called the Honda of ft myers dealer service dept (adrian) and he informed there was a recall on this issue in later models that did not include my year. His only advice was to bring it in. Tires are new, properly inflated, and vehicle has recently been aligned. The symptom appears to originate within the electric power steering system. Vehicle is available for inspection. Safety will be at risk if issue continues to worsen. No warning lamps. Thank you.

While driving at various speeds, the steering wheel exhibits a noticeable "sticky" sensation and momentary mechanical binding when making minor steering adjustments, specifically when turning between the 10 o'clock and 11 o'clock positions. This occurs with the lane keeping assist system (lkas) completely turned off. The binding is a serious safety hazard because it requires a sudden increase in physical effort to "break free" the steering wheel, which can easily lead to over-correction or jagged lane departures at highway speeds. An authorized Honda dealership formally inspected the vehicle and confirmed an internal mechanical failure within the electronic power steering gearbox assembly, stating it requires a full replacement. The dealership noted that while this failure matches the physical symptoms of Honda's high-profile steering rack recalls on other model years (such as NHTSA recall 24v-744), this 2019 model uses a different part number and is not currently covered. However, the dangerous mechanical behavior is identical, suggesting a broader engineering vulnerability with Honda eps gearboxes that extends to the 5th-generation Cr-v.

The steering is sticking when driving. This is especially concerning on highway driving or on curved roads. I have to fight the steering wheel to move, even slightly. The known recalls were for newer models. This recall needs to be extended to cover older models as it is a known issue.

Steering has become intermittently "sticky". When it happens, if I try to turn the steering wheel a very short distance it will resist until I put enough force to move it about twice as far as intended. Although the greater steering angle achieved has not been sufficient to take me out of my lane, it could do so. When steering is working normally, I easily turn the steering wheel to any angle without resistence. No warnings have been displayed.

Approx 2nd week of March, steering wheel began to have 1” play both left and right. Scheduled an appt although there were no warning/indicators illuminated. The day before appt, while traveling at approx 30 mph, applying brakes and coming to a stop, the vehicle began to make a rumbling sound near the engine. On the same day traveling up hill about 40 mph, applying gas, sounded like scraping noise from the front of the vehicle. I transport my 2 grandsons (8,9) most days and this was a major highway, remote area, no nearby homes and a very narrow shoulder. I was fortunate to make it to a family house and had the vehicle towed to the island Honda. Honda confirmed that the steering rack is shot and not safe to drive. Stating the part is on back order and in the manufacturing stage. Vehicle only has 46,396 miles.

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Cr-v. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60-65 mph, the steering wheel was sticking. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 31,000.

This vehicle is a 2019 Honda Cr-v with less than 70,000 miles on it. Which is less than 10,000 miles a year. The steering wheel consistently sticks, gets jammed, or even locks while driving. The experience is mostly felt while making turns while driving. After taking into Honda of kirkland in kirkland, wa the service team confirmed that the rack and pinion need to be replaced. My safety, my family, and any other individual who is in the car while driving are and have been at risk since the steering wheel sticks and locks and is not operating correctly. Confirmed, the problem has been reproduced and confirmed by the Honda of kirkland service team. The vehicle has been inspected by the service team at Honda of kirkland. There were no warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms of the problem prior to the issue occurring. The problem started about a year or so ago and has progressively gotten worse over time. The vehicle has maintenance done on a regular basis and has never been in an accident. Honda of kirkland and american Honda motor CO. , inc. Have denied a goodwill repair for this issue. Any help will certainly be appreciated.

Steering is sticky. When maintaining a straight line position on road, it takes effort to adjust the steering wheel to autocorrect the steering. When turning there's a clicking sound as it there isn't enough grease. This is an expensive repair as a Honda dealership quoted 4,300 for a 2019 Honda crv with 37k miles. Just as a side note 2022-2023 models had a recall because of this steering issue.

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Cr-v. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and turning the steering wheel to the left or the right, the steering wheel failed to return to center. The contact was constantly making steering corrections while driving in a straight line because the steering wheel was turning independently to the left while driving. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 25,500.

The steering hasn’t completely failed but it is not operating correctly. The steering wheel feels like it’s stuck in a detent or notch when going straight and takes a little bit of force to turn it left or right to make minor corrections. Then the change of direction is sudden not gradual, possibly impacting me and the traffic around me. It feels like I’m fighting against the lane departure system but there are no warning lights coming on . When it moves out of the “notch” the steering feels somewhat heavy. This, so far, has been an intermittent issue, but a very disturbing one. I’ve been to the dealership with it but everything seems normal when I go in. This all started at just over 42,000 miles. Everything points to the electronic rack and pinion beginning to fail, as hundreds of 2017- 2019 Cr-v owners have indicated. There seems to be a system failure on these cars. A very important system but no recall from Honda???.

2019 Honda ridgeline crv, milage 14,000. Purchased new, serviced per Honda scheduled maintenance. Electric power steering sticky hard to turn steering wheel. Dealer service dept says sees lot of this problem. If not repaired could cause loss of steering control. My cost to repair $5200.

Car is difficult to keep straight at highway speed. Steering feels stiff and requires effort to turn right or left. Constant minor corrections to steering are required to maintain straight heading. Problem is ongoing since first incident.

There is a catch / tight spot in my steering. I see that I is a common problem on these vehicles but no recall.

Summary: I am reporting a "sticky steering" mechanical defect in my 2019 Honda Cr-v that matches the failure mode described in NHTSA recall 24v-744. Issue details: while driving at highway speeds, the steering wheel frequently becomes "stuck" or "notchy" feeling causing frequent adjustments at high speeds. I must apply sudden, extra force to break the wheel loose to keep car from crossing lanes, leading to unpredictable overcorrection and a high risk of a crash. I never use lkas, so this is not what I am feeling in the steering. It is an annoyance that causes driver fatigue and anxiety. Prior action: I visited two Honda dealers who told me they can only follow Honda recommendation. I contacted Honda customer service to request a repair under the current steering gearbox safety investigation, but my request was denied. Honda case number: 16300136. Case status: Honda closed this case on 4/30/26 without providing a remedy, citing that my VIN is not currently part of the 2023–2025 recall population. However, the mechanical failure I am experiencing is identical to the one identified in newer models.

Vehicle is a 2019 Honda crv. The steering keeps sticking. Especially entering and exiting highway ramps. Force is needed each time to control and correct the vehicle. This has been an issue for some time now. Please help.

I have had a continuous problem with the steering wheel intermittently stiffen and bind. I brought this to the attention of the service manager, tony rocha at ed morse Honda. He agreed that there was a problem with the powering steering rack (gear box) and that this has been an ongoing problem with the Cr-v. However, at this time there is not a recall on the 2019, just on the newer Cr-v's. I contacted Honda and their response was to offer me $1,000 off of the $5,677. 51 needed repair to correct the issue that they have been aware of for years. The vehicle is not safe to drive with a defective steering gearbox. This problem has been going on for well over a year on my Cr-v. I have always had my vehicle serviced and maintained at ed morse Honda. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. There were no warning messages - just difficulty steering, increasing the risk of crash or injury.

I am writing to express a serious safety concern regarding my Honda Cr-v. I recently learned that Honda has recalled millions of vehicles due to a sticky steering issue, and while my specific vehicle is not listed in the current recall, I am experiencing similar symptoms. Most notably, I recently encountered a frightening incident in which the steering in my vehicle felt unusually resistant or "sticky. " as I attempted to correct my course on the highway, the lack of smooth steering response caused me to oversteer into the shoulder, putting myself and others at risk. Thankfully, I was able to regain control, but this could have resulted in a serious accident. In addition to the stiffness, I have also noticed a clicking noise when turning the wheel, which seems to accompany or precede the sticky sensation. Given the known recall for this issue in other Honda vehicles, I strongly urge you to investigate whether this problem might extend beyond the current recall list. My concern is that other affected vehicles, including mine, may have been missed. I would appreciate it if a representative could assist me with this. This is clearly a serious safety concern, and I believe it deserves your immediate attention. Thank you for your time, and I look forward to your response.

There are many complains online about the same issue from other car owners. All I want is for the dealer to repair at no cost to me. The car has less than 30k miles and it is driven only on city streets short distances. Below, the answer to the questions: 1-steering rack. Yes it is available for inspection 2-sticky steering hard to control 3-yes 4-yes. Authorized Honda dealer at coconut point, estero florida and Honda corporate office in California knows about it too 5- no warning just a noise we firmly believe many vehicles may have this same issue. Regardless, it is clear that the part in my car is defective and should be replaced by the dealer at no cost to me. The age and mileage of the vehicle do not justify such a serious problem. Either the part was made with poor quality or it is defective. How can a steering rack fail at only 29,248 miles—what is it made of, plastic? this raises serious concerns about Honda corporate and whether this is part of a broader scheme that should be investigated. My car is practically new and has been serviced exclusively at the same dealer where it was purchased brand new, without missing any of the recommended services ever. Note: from the invoice attached you can see how expensive it is this repair.

Steering sticks when driving 50 mph or faster. The steering feels stuck in position.

2019 Honda crv. Steering feels sticky. It takes extra effort to make small corrections. Once you get the steering past the 'lump', it steers better for a little while. If you don't, it will return to where it started. It seems to get stuck wherever and whenever I make a correction. I have not talked to the dealer or repair professional but it seems to be getting worse.

We had to replace steering gearbox. This was the second time we had to bring the car into the dealer for repairs. Almost a year earlier August 27,2024 brought in for the same issue, at that time the Honda had 61,505 miles. No repairs were done as they had no error codes to go by even though there were other Hondas witl steeringbox issues. As of October 9,2024 1. 7 million in recall. July 5,2025 had steering gearbox replaced at our cost of $4,557. 18. We had a hard time keeping the vehicle on the road as it would drift and violently go from left to right when driving. Other Hondas were recalled but this model year has no recalls yet on the steering box. Ihope that Honda will include this model in their recall as we are having the same problems as other Hondas with steering gearbox. Thank you.

I have been reading many similar steering defects on the Honda crv. The problem is the steering wheel sticking when trying to maintain the Honda on a straight path. The steering is not fluid! calling the dealership the first time ,I was told ,rather rudely that it was probably the rack and pinion steering gearbox. They also said it was going to cost north of $5,000. 00. After exhausted research of the problem, I discovered Honda has several model recall for this, potentially very serious problem ,including the Honda crv. I found there is a recall on the 2023 and newer. My 2109 is not in the recall. At this point I brought the crv to the dealership to trouble shoot the problem. Sure enough the rude person was right. I needed a rack and pinion gearbox. I was quoted a price of, $5756. 24. This opinion cost me $177. 75. I left and told them I need to search around for a better price, and also try to get this done on a recall. I have contacted Honda customer service. As of this writing I feel I’m getting the run around! but I keep trying to see if they have a soul!!!.

Steering seems "sticky" causing to over correct when turning in the highway and at low speeds. Ticking/clicking noise when turning the wheel. It is consistent every drive.

On 6/19/2025 while driving on both residential and highway I noticed extremely sloppy/sticky steering wheel and did not feel safe while driving. The temperature was in the high 80's. I had not noticed anything like this before. Today is 6/29/2025 and I have been to the dealership I bought my crv vehicle from 3 times relating to the steering for substantial visits on 6/20, 6/24 and 6/26. They were not able to replicate at the dealership what I experienced and we have had substantially cooler temperatures, such as 25 degrees. I believe no being able to replicate what I experienced could be caused by the much lower temperatures. I am frustrated since after the first visit to the dealership for service on 6/20/2025 by searching online I have learned there have been numerous years before and after my crv was manufactured with steering related issues. This includes 2018 (18v66300 recall for electric power assist system) and 2019 (19v383000). The 2019 steering wheel recall was for vehicles that began manufacture 10-03-2018 and had manufacturing ending 4/02/2019. My vehicle was manufactured January 2019 and from what I understand it was not included in the recall. There was also recently a recall announced Nov. 2024 related to gearbox worm wheel and this included crv model years 2023-2025. Additional information is that my crv has low mileage. As of 6/20/2025 the mileage was 46,636. My concerns is that there has been a pattern over many years with similar issues as I expressed June 2025 regarding my crv. This has involved many Honda auto makes including crv.

While driving down the road the steering will simply get a sticky spot in the steering. So you will be driving and suddenly there is a stuck spot in the steering wheel and to get it past it you must push the steering past that point which makes you nearly veer into other lanes. It is a very dangerous situation that is well known all over the internet. There are recalls on some of the crv vehicles for this exact same problem, however not for my vehicle. I was quoted $6000 to fix it and after I inquired deeper with Honda about this being an ongoing issue with others I was suddenly only responsible for $2000 of the cost. I feel strongly that Honda knows of this problem and is still making consumers pay for the bad parts they have put on theese steering systems. This problem is extremely dangerous and someone will likely be killed over Honda not starting a recall on this.

Found steering sticking as there was resistance.

Reporting this early. Left a message with the dealership today. Steering is clicking and pulling to the right. I do not see a recall yet for 2019 yet but do see for other years of crv.

My steering has been very sticky on oy 2019 crv. It makes creaking noises when I even slightly touch the wheel. They told me today I need a new rack and pinion. I only have 76,000 miles on this vehicle. There was a recall early on that had to do with steering and I feel like this is related. They're acting like it's not. I just don't think I should have to spend $5,800 on a car that I should be able to drive a very long time! 76,000 miles is nothing on a Honda!.

The steering in my 2019 Honda crv started sticking when turning, almost like it was clicking into notches. There were no warning messages that anything was wrong. Brought the car to the dealer who determined the power steering rack needed to be replaced at the cost of $4579. Not doing so was a safety issue as the steering could lock up. I'm the original owner of the vehicle which has less than 30,000 miles, lives in a garage, has been well maintained by Honda's service department, and isn't driven in harsh conditions, so was shocked to hear this and questioned a defect in the part. Local dealer contacted Honda corporate on my behalf and I was offered a 80% discount for the repair out of good will as a longstanding customer. I had the work done to avoid driving an unsafe vehicle. Based on recalls with steering racks in newer models, I am questioning whether the recall should not extend to earlier models. I do not have any of the replaced parts.

Our 2019 Honda crv is experiencing steering problems. The steering sticks or feels heavy and makes a clicking noise. When driving, especially in curves, the steering sticks and causes over steering. This almost caused an accident when it stuck going around a curve and I had to apply additional pressure to the steering wheel to correct the turn. The problem began around may of 2025 and has grown more prevalent. At first I thought it might be the lane keeping assist function, but as I researched for answer's on why the steering felt sticky I found it is a common problem with crv’s. There is a recall for 2019 models, but my VIN isn’t covered in this recall. The steering intermittently sometimes feels heavy, like the power steering isn’t working. The problem is worsening and becoming a safety issue when it sticks hard. This hasn't been diagnosed with the dealer. I did speak with my local service rep at the local Honda dealer but they weren't any help. There were no warning lamps. As it worsens it's becoming a major safety issue with my crv. It doesn't matter what my mph is, slow or fast, the sticky steering is an issue.

My Honda crv 2019 has about 70k miles on it. About a month ago, I started noticing the steering wheel becoming sticky. I would start to turn the wheel very slight and nothing would happen. Then it would catch up but I feel I have turned the wheel too much and now have to over-correct for it. This has a become a problem on highway driving as I feel I am all over my lane. I have seen the recalls for similar issues but this model is currently not under recall for this issue.

Needs steering gear box replaced. Vehicle has 88,800 miles rack assy. , power steering (eps)(service) (steering gearbox) steering majorly affected. Confirmed by the dealer and currently at a dealer for repair called Honda customer service and they suggested that I put in the notice as there is a recall on the same part for crv's but not my VIN number no warning lamps or messages, steering just became difficult.

My 2019 Honda crv steering system is malfunctioning, as I am driving straight the steering wheel wants to turn in either direction without me turning the steering wheel or having any intention of turning at all. I am driving straight, the problem happens at all times at all speeds, I don't feel safe driving my vehicle, I feel it may cause an accident, my vehicle was taken to a local Honda dealer, Honda cars of mckinney in mckinney TX, vehicle was inspected, they were able to duplicate my concern at parking lot speeds as stated on the dealer's diagnostics report, diagnostics report attached, dealer refused to fix it because they said there's no open recalls for my vehicle, however there's a recall for the same vehicle all trim levels model years 2017 and 2018 but they said even though it's the same problem it doesn't apply to my vehicle because it's 2019 model, the issue started about six weeks ago and it seems to be getting worse, I also contacted Honda headquarter who also refused to fix my vehicle.

After driving the vehicle for approximately one hour on the freeway, the steering begins to feel jerky (sticky), requiring greater force to steer car. It is almost like fighting against the lane assist feature but that feature is turned off. This does not happen while driving shorter distances around town.