Honda, in partnership with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), is recalling almost 1.7 million cars and SUVs across the U.S. due to a steering problem that could raise the risk of accidents.

This recall affects 1,693,199 Honda vehicles from model years 2022 to 2025. The models included are:

• Honda Civic
• Honda Civic Type R
• Honda CR-V
• Honda HR-V
• Acura Integra
• Acura Integra Type S

The NHTSA’s report states that the issue originates from a poorly manufactured steering gearbox worm wheel, leading to excessive friction inside the vehicles. This condition can create a “sticky” sensation when turning the steering wheel.

The NHTSA noted, “The increased friction between the worm gear and worm wheel can heighten steering effort and difficulty, raising the risk of a crash or injury.”

Honda began receiving complaints regarding this issue in September 2021, and the NHTSA initiated a preliminary investigation in March 2023.

Honda has reported 10,328 warranty claims related to this problem since September 2021.

Affected Honda Models

• 2022-2025 Honda Civic 4D
• 2025 Honda Civic 4D Hybrid
• 2022-2025 Honda Civic 5D
• 2025 Honda Civic 5D Hybrid
• 2023-2025 Honda Civic Type R
• 2023-2025 Honda CR-V
• 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid
• 2025 Honda CR-V Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle
• 2023-2025 Honda HR-V
• 2023-2025 Acura Integra
• 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S

To resolve the issue, dealers will replace the worm gear spring and apply or redistribute grease as needed, at no cost to the owners. Recall notifications are expected to be sent by November 18.

Owners can reach out to Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. The official recall identifiers for Honda are SJS, MJU, QJT, and VJV.