NHTSA ODI #11646128

2021 Honda Civic Complaint

Steering

Filed March 3, 2025 · Incident date March 3, 2025

Vehicle
2021 Honda Civic
Component(s)
Steering
Complaint filed
March 3, 2025
Date of incident
March 3, 2025
Reported VIN
19XFC1F39ME

Owner's description

The steering system in my 2021 Honda Civic appears to be malfunctioning, causing the steering wheel to feel "sticky" when making small adjustments while driving on the highway. This issue is most noticeable at speeds between 45-70 mph, where the steering momentarily resists movement before suddenly adjusting, making it difficult to maintain smooth lane control. The steering system appears to be the affected component. The Issue seems to be with the EPS not having enough grease which there is a recall for 2022-2025 models. This problem puts my safety and the safety of others at risk because it reduces my ability to make precise steering corrections, especially at highway speeds. The delayed response in the steering makes the vehicle feel unstable, increasing the potential for unintended lane deviations or overcorrections. There were no warning lights, messages, or prior symptoms before this issue began occurring.

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