HONDA has been forced to recall 1.7 million cars over a potentially deadly issue.
Drivers have been urged to look out for some key warning signs, including unusual noises and “sticky” steering.
Honda has recalled 1.7 million vehicles over a potentially deadly steering issue[/caption]
The recall was announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in conjunction with the manufacturer.
According to the notice, certain Hondas can suffer from steering issues as a result of damage to the gearbox.
It explained: “The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.”
The agency suggested that this could increase the risk of a crash in affected models.
A total of 28 model variants are believed to be impacted, amounting to as many as 1.7 million vehicles on US roads.
How can I check if my car is part of a recall?
If you own a car that’s been recently recalled, you can easily check your VIN.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) makes it incredibly quick and easy for drivers to check and see if their vehicle is part of a recent (or past) recall.
The VIN checking tool also allows drivers to see whether or not the repair was completed within the last 15 years, making it an incredible tool for buyers of used cars.
All recalls initiated by the NHTSA mean free repairs for drivers, even if it’s an engine or a transmission replacement. If your VIN shows an active recall that has not been repaired, it’s important to make an appointment at your nearest dealership.
Here’s how to make an appointment for a recall:
- Look up your VIN using the NHTSA tool.
- Find out the recall number/ID from the manufacturer.
- Call your nearest dealership’s service center with the ID number handy, and mention you’d like to schedule an appointment to repair the recall. The repair can only be done at a dealership, as they’re authorized by the manufacturer to conduct the repair free of cost using genuine parts.
- Try to make the appointment as soon as possible.
- Once the repair is completed, the dealership will update the information associated with the VIN to reflect it’s been completed.
Source: NHTSA
Drivers have been advised to listen out for unusual noises coming from the gearbox or a “sticky” steering column leading to difficulty turning.
You can check if you car might be affected on the NHTSA website or by calling Honda customer service on 1-888-234-2138 and quoting recall numbers SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
Honda will also be sending letters to potentially affected motorists by November 18.
If the issue is found to be present, you can take the car into the nearest Honda dealership.
Technicians will then replace the “worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary”.
All repairs will be carried out free of charge.
The affected models were all produced between 2022 and 2025, according to the NHTSA.
They come from the Civic, CR-V and Acura lineups.
Some of the popular variants involved include the Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid and Acura Integra.
It comes after Chrysler recalled 129,000 vehicles over a dangerous tech malfunction.
