Steering complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power steering, steering column, rack and pinion).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Sticky steering most notable at highway speeds after 20-30 minutes of run time. Requires more force than necessary to make corrections to stay in lane causing over steering. Same occurs on long left hand turns where steering sticks then breaks free. In addition, steering wheel makes clicking/springy sound when turning wheel. VIN number not included in NHTSA Campaign Number 24V744000 but experience symptoms of documented manufacturing defects
The steering on the vehicle exhibits unusual resistance when on center above 40mph - sort of a 'sticking' feeling. To properly correct the vehicles lane position at Hwy speeds, driver needs both hands. To move the steering in these situations requires significantly more torque than normal, and when you have applied enough torque, the steering will suddenly move, making it easy to overcorrect.
The contact owns a 2024 Honda Civic SI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V7444000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the steering was sticking while turning. The local dealer and Norm Reeves Honda Huntington Beach [phone]) were contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
No "incident" happened. When I purchased my vehicle, the body/fender/hood did not match up on either side. As soon as I purchased my car brand new, I started having multiple noises ( I am still hearing) when I turn my car, I got the steering gearbox recall over a year ago and the noise went away and came back. The sharper I turn, the squeakier the noise. My wastegate actuator makes a metal rattle noise when I drive, it is loose which I was told is normal but I can still hear the rattle at highway speeds..does not sound reassuring. I have taken it to 3 hondas...gave up last year. Its concerning seeing the gearbox recall keep coming out on other vehicles especially not seeing a recall come up for me...as they cannot just perform the remedy again. I do not plan on keeping this car past my warranty as I fear something terrible will happen and fall on me. …
The contact owns a 2023 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the power steering failed, and the steering wheel was difficult to turn in either direction. Additionally, while turning the steering wheel, the steering over corrected making it difficult to control the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the steering box was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 6,500.
The vehicles steering wheel began making a slight, motorized, clicking noise several weeks ago. I had taken it into the Honda Dealership it was purchased at and they said they could not locate the issue. The steering wheel is now having a sticky steering wheel while the vehicle is running and in motion. This creates a serious safety concern because I have to over correct steering to push the steering wheel past the point it is stuck at. It usually happens when driving between speeds of 30-60 MPH. This has caused me to overcorrect steering in several instances and the dealership has said they cannot fix the issue. It is a serious issue that puts myself and other drivers at risk due to the fact it is an issue with one of the most basic components of a working vehicle. …
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Civic SI. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel seized in the 12 o' clock position. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic power steering assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact believed that the failure was associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System). The failure mileage was 8,000.
Above roughly 50mph, the steering wheel "sticks" to a centered/neutral position, and requires a light amount of force to initiate movement to the left or right. This results in degraded ability to maintain lane position, and the driver constantly fighting overcorrections. If the issue becomes worse over time, it could potentially lead to hazardous swerving or oscillation at highway speeds. The condition was first observed around 15,000 miles, and has persisted through 25,000 miles. On 14 Oct 2023, I took the vehicle into a Honda dealer for a diagnostic test drive. The dealer confirmed the resistance in steering, but stated this was due to normal operation of the Lane Keep Assist System, and turned it off. Having driven the vehicle for 18 months, I was already familiar with how LKAS felt, both on and off, and how to operate it. …
NHTSA investigations
Momentary Increased Steering Effort
On March 17, 2023, The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE23-005) to access the alleged defect of momentary increase in steering effort in model years (MY) 2022 and 2023 Honda Civic vehicles. The complaints report that the momentary increase in steering effort (described as "sticky steering") occurs mostly at highway speeds after driving for a certain amount of time.
Momentary Increased Steering Effort
On November 29, 2023, the O ce of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Engineering Analysis (EA23003) to assess allegations of momentary increase in steering e ort in model years (MY) 2022-2023 Honda Civic, 2023MY Honda CR-V, and 2023MY Acura Integra vehicles (subject vehicles).
Frequently asked questions
Which Honda Civic SI years have steering problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2022 (68), 2023 (60), 2024 (5) and 2025 (5) model years. Steering complaints make up 93% of all complaints for the 2022.
Is there a recall for Honda Civic SI steering problems?
No. NHTSA lists no steering recall for any Honda Civic SI model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Honda Civic SI steering problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 29,000 miles; 75% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the electric power assist system (1 mentions).
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.