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Honda Co Civic E:HEV, Civic Type R and other models recalled over a steering defect
On affected vehicles due to decrease of the grease amount in the worm wheel gear meshing area of the EPS gear box during use the sliding resistance at the meshing area increases and the torque fluctuation when turning the steering becomes larger resulting in an abnormal noise or a dangerous sticking occurs when turning the steering..
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
5 identifiers listed for this notice.
Civic E:HEV
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 20/10/2021 – 21/09/2023
- 09/10/2023 – 27/05/2024
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 6JP
Civic Type R
- Build dates
- 07/10/2022 – 05/09/2023
- 26/10/2023 – 28/10/2023
- 01/08/2024 – 20/08/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- 6JP
CR-V E:HEV
- Build dates
- 19/06/2023 – 11/07/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- 6JP
CR-V e Phev
- Build dates
- 12/04/2023 – 21/06/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- 6JP
ZR-V E:HEV
- Build dates
- 19/04/2023 – 22/05/2024
- 11/10/2023 – 22/05/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- 6JP
What to do now
Some Honda Co Civic E:HEV, Civic Type R and other models have a steering or suspension fault.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
Why it matters. A failure in steering or suspension can lead to loss of control.
Repairs and costs
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.
The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2025/024). Quoted as issued.
Summary
On affected vehicles due to decrease of the grease amount in the worm wheel gear meshing area of the EPS gear box during use the sliding resistance at the meshing area increases and the torque fluctuation when turning the steering becomes larger resulting in an abnormal noise or a dangerous sticking occurs when turning the steering..
Defect
On affected vehicles due to decrease of the grease amount in the worm wheel gear meshing area of the EPS gear box during use the sliding resistance at the meshing area increases and the torque fluctuation when turning the steering becomes larger resulting in an abnormal noise or a dangerous sticking occurs when turning the steering.
Remedy
For the Honda Civic (FL4 FE1) CR-V and ZR-V models replace the worm gear pre-load spring with a countermeasure part and add grease. For the Honda Civic Type R (FL5) model replace the Steering Gearbox with a countermeasure part.
Models
Civic E:HEV, Civic Type R, CR-V E:HEV, CR-V e Phev, ZR-V E:HEV
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Honda Co Civic E:HEV, Civic Type R and other models being recalled?
Some Honda Co Civic E:HEV, Civic Type R and other models have a steering or suspension fault. A failure in steering or suspension can lead to loss of control.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
Will the repair cost anything?
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.