Steering Issue Spurs 1.7 Million Honda Vehicle Recall: What You Need to Know
Have you ever been driving down the road and felt a sudden jolt in your steering wheel? It’s a scary experience and one that Honda owners are now facing with 1.7 million vehicles being recalled due to a potential steering issue.
What’s the Problem?
The issue involves a steering column bracket that could potentially break, causing the steering wheel to detach from the steering column. This would obviously lead to a loss of steering control, posing a serious safety hazard for drivers and passengers.
Which Models Are Affected?
The recall impacts several Honda and Acura models spanning from 2017 to 2022, including:
- Honda Accord (2018-2022)
- Honda CR-V (2017-2022)
- Honda Insight (2019-2022)
- Honda Odyssey (2018-2022)
- Honda Pilot (2019-2022)
- Acura ILX (2019-2022)
- Acura RDX (2019-2022)
- Acura TLX (2019-2022)
What Should You Do?
If you own one of the affected vehicles, the first thing you need to do is check your VIN. You can do this on the official Honda website or contact your local Honda dealership.
Once you've confirmed your vehicle is part of the recall, schedule an appointment with your dealership to have the steering column bracket inspected and repaired. The repair process will involve replacing the bracket, and it's being done free of charge by Honda.
Don't Ignore This Recall!
It’s crucial to get your vehicle inspected and repaired as soon as possible. Ignoring a recall can put you and your passengers at serious risk.
Stay Safe!
