Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Honda Accord owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2007 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was smoke coming from under the hood. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the power steering fluid hose had failed causing the power steering fluid to leak into the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V222000 (Steering). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 320,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the steering wheel was difficult to turn in either direction. Upon inspection, it was discovered that power steering fluid had leaked from the power steering fluid reservoir. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the failure was due to a faulty power steering hose. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 160,000.
I got a notice on a recall again for the air bags for my Honda accord 2007 7GQU329. I have another issue with it my catalytic converter got stolen again and the 1st time the insurance covered it and it got stolen last week again and the insurance is telling me that it's fraud and they will only cover it once. While this is an issue in my area stealing this parts now my car is totaled and undrivable.
My car has a steering problem and my car doesn't always drive straight. It is a serious problem when I have to react in a life and death situation when my car just jerks in the opposite direction of my steering.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda Accord. The contact noticed smoke emerging from under the hood of the vehicle and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact added power steering fluid to the reservoir. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that power steering fluid was leaking onto the catalytic converter, and the power steering hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to john Eagle Honda of houston (18787 northwest fwy, houston, tx 77065, [phone]) who stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V222000 (steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 192,867.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda Accord. The contact stated that the power steering was not working properly. When the vehicle was initially started, the steering wheel was difficult to turn. After the vehicle warmed up, the steering wheel operated normally. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V222000 (steering). The contact stated that power steering fluid was leaking onto the engine, which caused it to smoke under the hood. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000.
On December 4, 2017 I was traveling the posted speed limit on interstate 195 maryland when my tire broke away from the axle. I lost control of the car and skid across the highway and slammbed into a guard rail. I had just repaired/replaced both lower control arm bushings on that same wheel not two weeks prior to the accident with alignment and new brakes all around. I was fortunate that I did not hit anyone and no one hit me or the result would have been much worse. The car was totaled.
The power steering on my car is stiffening, it's hard to steer. The vsa light is on along with check engine light. I took my car into finlay Honda in flagstaff, az after I found there was a recall on the power steering. I had a new power steering pump put in before I saw the recall notice, so therefore I took it in to finlay Honda but, recall was not performed due to an aftermarket power steering replaced in my car. The power steering pump worked OK for awhile, but it is beginning to steer hard and I haven't been driving it due to the safety issue. I can not afford to buy a new pump and hose from the dealer, and besides it's on recall no matter what. The power train and the tranny are in great condition and I would like to keep on driving this great vehicle as long as possible. I would like to take it to another dealer (melloy Honda) here in nm if the recall is still honored. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda Accord. While at a stop light, smoke appeared under the hood. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The contact pulled the vehicle from the driveway into the street due to a leak under the front of the vehicle. Upon inspecting under the hood, the contact noticed flames. The power steering hose caught fire. The fire extinguished itself, but May have damaged other components near the part. The vehicle was not inspected and diagnosed by a dealer. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V222000 (steering), but the contact did not receive a notification. The manufacturer was notified of the failure to determine the cause of the failure and to address the recall repair. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda Accord. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle began hesitating. When the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to move forward. In addition, the check engine and air bag warning indicators illuminated and the steering wheel made an abnormal noise. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 12V222000 (steering) and NHTSA campaign number: 11V395000 (power train). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the failure could not be duplicated. The contact called braman Honda of palm beach (located at 5200 lake worth rd, greenacres, fl 33463, [phone]) and notified them of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 142,894.
Related recalls
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Honda is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL and model year 2003-2007 Accord V6 vehicles. In May 2012, Honda filed a defect report to recall certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL vehicles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose, free of charge. The original recall began in June 2012, and owners of those vehicles may obtain the free remedy.
Steering complaints in other Accord years
Frequently asked questions
How common are steering problems on the 2007 Honda Accord?
NHTSA has 44 complaints about the steering of the 2007 Honda Accord, 8% of the model year's 524 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2007 Honda Accord steering problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 12V-222 (hose, piping, and connections, May 17, 2012). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2007 Honda Accord steering problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 125,000 miles, and 11% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 5 fires and 1 injury to steering problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.