2022-2025 Honda/Acura Steering Recall: Difficulty Steering
Honda and Acura have issued a recall (NHTSA ID 24V744000) for certain 2022-2025 models due to a steering gearbox defect. This can lead to difficulty steering, increasing crash risk. Owners will receive a free repair involving worm gear spring replacement and lubrication.
Also applies to
- Honda Civic
- 2022, 2025
- Honda CR-V
- 2023, 2025
- Acura Integra
- 2024–2025
Why This Matters: Safety Risk
An incorrectly manufactured steering gearbox assembly can lead to excessive internal friction, making it difficult to steer the vehicle. This condition, known as difficulty steering, significantly increases the risk of a crash for drivers and others on the road.
What's Being Recalled
This recall, identified by NHTSA ID 24V744000, affects certain 2022-2025 Honda and Acura vehicles. The specific component at fault is the steering gearbox assembly. It may have been manufactured incorrectly, leading to the aforementioned excessive internal friction.
Affected models include various configurations of the 2022-2025 Honda Civic, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V, and 2023-2025 Acura Integra, among others. This includes models such as the Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, HR-V, Civic Hatchback, Integra Type S, CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid. Owners of a 2024 Honda Civic should pay particular attention to this recall.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
Owners of potentially affected 2022-2025 Honda and Acura vehicles should check their VIN. Owner notification letters for this recall were mailed on November 18, 2024. If you own a vehicle within the affected model years and types, you can also contact Honda Customer Service directly to confirm if your specific vehicle is included.
Manufacturer's Remedy
Dealers will perform the necessary repair free of charge. The repair involves replacing the worm gear spring within the steering gearbox assembly. Additionally, dealers will redistribute or add grease as needed to ensure proper function and prevent future issues related to excessive internal friction. This repair addresses the root cause of the difficulty steering.
Important Owner Information
Owners were notified by mail starting November 18, 2024. Honda's internal numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT, and VJV. For further assistance or to inquire about the 2024 Honda Civic recall, owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. You can also reach out to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit nhtsa.gov.
Source: NHTSA Recall 24V744000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the issue with the steering in affected Honda/Acura vehicles?
- The steering gearbox assembly in certain 2022-2025 Honda and Acura models may have been manufactured incorrectly. This can cause excessive internal friction, leading to difficulty steering the vehicle.
- Which vehicles are included in the 24V744000 recall?
- The recall (NHTSA ID 24V744000) includes various 2022-2025 Honda and Acura models, such as the Civic, CR-V, HR-V, and Integra, including hybrid and Type R/Type S variants. Owners of a 2024 Honda Civic should specifically check their vehicle's status.
- What is the remedy for the steering gearbox defect?
- Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease to the steering gearbox assembly as necessary. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner.
- When will owners be notified about the recall?
- Owner notification letters were mailed starting November 18, 2024. You can also contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138 or check the NHTSA website with your VIN for more information on recall 24V744000.
- What should I do if I experience difficulty steering?
- If you experience difficulty steering in your affected Honda or Acura vehicle, contact your local dealership immediately to schedule the recall repair. Driving with this condition can increase the risk of a crash.
What Honda Civic owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 46 model years.
- 16,711
- Owner complaints
- 94
- Recalls
- 1,769
- Service bulletins
- 1,775
- Crashes reported
- 179
- Fires reported
- 1,484
- Injuries reported
The 2024 model year
135 complaints, the 31st most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 14 crashes, 1 fire and 12 injuries for this year, which also has 3 recalls on file.
Steering, the system this article covers, accounts for 2,631 of 16,711 complaints (16%), including 70 for 2024.
Complaints by model year
| 2001 | 1,079 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 702 | |
| 2006 | 1,462 | |
| 2007 | 1,270 | |
| 2008 | 981 | |
| 2016 | 1,082 | |
| 2017 | 606 | |
| 2018 | 752 | |
| 2022 | 889 | |
| 2024 | 135 |
Most-reported systems
- Air Bags — 2,938
- Steering — 2,631
- Power Train — 1,883
- Electrical System — 1,666
- Engine — 1,163
Latest recalls for the 2024 model year
- 24V859000 — Seats (Nov 2024)
- 24V744000 — Steering (Oct 2024)
- 23V704000 — Steering (Oct 2023)
Recent owner reports about steering
The contact owns a 2024 Honda Civic. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steering); the steering wheel continued making a clunking sound while turning to the right or the left.
Read owner complaints →The w components are failing the whole power steering is bad. It sticks it makes noises it squeaks and it’s also gashing my tires and wearing them unevenly.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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