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Honda is recalling 1.7 million CRVs and HRVs with steering problems

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Honda is recalling 1.7 million CRVs and HRVs with steering problems

Honda and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) are issuing a recall affecting nearly 1.7 million cars and SUVs in the United States because a steering problem could increase the risk of a crash.

The recall affects 1,693,199 2022 to 2025 Honda vehicles. This includes certain types of the following models:

  • Honda Civic
  • Honda Civic Type R
  • Honda CR-V
  • Honda HR-V
  • Acura Integra
  • Acura Integra Type S

According to the NHTSA report, the recall is due to an improperly manufactured steering gear worm gear that caused excessive internal friction in the vehicles. This friction can cause a “sticky feeling” when turning the steering wheel.

“Increased worm-to-worm wheel friction can increase steering effort and difficulty, increasing the risk of accident or injury,” the NHTSA report states.

Honda first received complaints about this issue in September 2021. NHTSA opened its preliminary investigation in March 2023.

Honda said it has received 10,328 warranty claims since September 2021.

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Recalled Honda vehicles

  • 2022-2025 Honda Civic 4D
  • 2025 Honda Civic 4D Hybrid
  • 2022-2025 Honda Civic 5D
  • 2025 Honda Civic 5D Hybrid
  • 2023-2025 Honda Civic Type R
  • 2023-2025 Honda CR-V
  • 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid
  • 2025 Honda CR-V fuel cell electric vehicle
  • 2023-2025 Honda HR-V
  • 2023-2025 Acura Integra
  • 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S

As a remedy, dealers will replace the worm gear spring free of charge and apply or add grease if necessary. Recall notifications are expected to be sent by November 18th.

Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall numbers for Honda are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.

Max Hauptman is a trends reporter for USA TODAY. He can be reached at [email protected]

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