176,000 Honda Civic vehicles recalled for power steering issue
Some Honda owners with newer models may need to bring their cars in for a second round of repairs if they already received similar ones in the past.
American Honda Motor Co. has issued a recall of 176,000 Civics that have had prior work done on their power steering rack, citing the potential for improper installation.
According to a notice on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website, the recall applies only to 2022-2024 models that underwent certain service repairs. Flawed assembly of replacement power steering racks may cause tire issues, says the recall.
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Incorrectly assembled steering racks
Owners of 2022-2024 Honda Civic models are in the clear if they have not previously had their power steering rack replaced. Those that have, however, may have had the rack incorrectly assembled, leading to tire chafing against a lower suspension or tie rod end.
This rubbing can lead to tire damage and the resulting wear and tear can cause tires to fail, increasing the risk of crashes and/or injury.
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How to check if your Honda Civic is affected
Honda Civic 2022, 2023 and 2024 4-door and 5-door models may be impacted. These vehicles that received a replacement power steering rack as part of a service repair may have hardware that's been incorrectly installed.
Owners of recalled vehicles can go to their nearest Honda dealership and have them inspected. If necessary, the electric power steering rack will be replaced free of charge. While owner notification letters are set to be mailed Dec. 4, owners can also contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 at any time. Honda's number for this recall is YFW.
Consumers can also check out USA TODAY'S recall database to stay up to date on safety notices and review necessary details.