Honda Civic 2018 Steering Recall: Unintended Steering Input Risk
Honda is recalling certain 2017-2018 Civic models due to a steering issue that may cause unintended steering input and increase crash risk. Affected vehicles need a free steering gearbox replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Honda is recalling certain 2017-2018 Civic vehicles because a magnet in the steering system can become dislodged during full lock turns, causing steering to move in the opposite direction. This could lead to reduced vehicle maneuverability and a higher risk of crashes. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224975-honda-civic-2018-steering-recall-unintended-steering-input-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224975-honda-civic-2018-steering-recall-unintended-steering-input-risk · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V663000
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“Honda Civic 2018 Steering Recall: Unintended Steering Input Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224975-honda-civic-2018-steering-recall-unintended-steering-input-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V663000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V663000).
Why it’s dangerous
The magnet controlling the steering system can become dislodged during full lock turns. When this happens, the steering assist may apply force in the opposite direction, making the vehicle harder to control. This could lead to reduced maneuverability and an increased risk of crashes.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017-2018 Honda Civic vehicles are affected. Drivers who frequently make sharp turns or drive in tight spaces are at higher risk due to potential steering issues.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2017-2018 Honda Civic has the recall numbers C2N or P2O. The recall began November 9, 2018, and affects vehicles sold in the U.S.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Honda Customer Service
Call 1-888-234-2138 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a free steering gearbox replacement.
Schedule Steering Gearbox Replacement
Dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly at no cost once you confirm your vehicle is affected.
What NHTSA says to do
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 43 days.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The magnet controlling the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly secured, allowing it to become dislodged during full lock turns.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V663000 (September 27, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.