2025 Honda Accord steering problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Oct 5, 2026GASteering

   my steering gearbox is making a clicking and popping noise...when I turn the wheel to the left or right I hear the clicking noise...when I drive slowly and turn my wheel the clicking noise continues

   NHTSA complaint #11769132 · source
2. Filed Sep 12, 2026TXSteering

   Recurring steering/front-end clicking/tapping noise occurs when turning the steering wheel left or right, including while the vehicle is stationary and at low speed. I first noticed the steering clicking noise at approximately 1,500 miles but initially overlooked it. The issue was previously confirmed by an authorized Honda dealer. In September 2025, the technician documented that the noise was easily duplicated while driving or stationary, used diagnostic equipment to…

   NHTSA complaint #11763761 · source
3. Filed Aug 31, 2026OHElectrical SystemSteeringTransmission & Drivetrain

   - The steering system appears to be malfunctioning. The steering wheel becomes sticky or feels like it catches while turning, and there is a clunking and grinding noise when the steering wheel is turned. The vehicle and affected components are available for inspection upon request. - The steering issue creates a potential safety risk because the steering wheel may not turn smoothly or respond as expected. The sticking sensation and grinding/clunking noises could affect my…

   NHTSA complaint #11761052 · source
4. Filed Aug 31, 2026GABrakesElectrical SystemSteering

   The vehicle was being driven in the rain on August 27, 2026, at approximately 8:30pm, when the power steering, power breaking, and all other electronic modules needed to safely operate the vehicle were loss. NHTSA Recall 24V-744 currently covers 2023-2025 Civics and CV-Rs but not Accords.

   NHTSA complaint #11760992 · source
5. Filed Jul 23, 2026OKSteering

   When turning the steering wheel at low speeds or when not moving, creaking and popping noise can be heard coming from the lower front end of the vehicle. I was told by Honda service that there is a known issue and that Honda was working on a remedy for the problem.

   NHTSA complaint #11752424 · source
6. Filed Jul 7, 202610,500 miALTowedSteering

   The contact owns a 2025 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH on a highway, the steering wheel seized, resulting in a loss of steering control. The contact was able to pull the vehicle onto the shoulder and then drove off the highway to a gas station, where the vehicle was towed. The contact stated that the power steering warning light, the brake warning light, and several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a…

   NHTSA complaint #11748716 · source
7. Filed Jun 22, 20264,000 miTXSteering

   The contact owns a 2025 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle unintendedly pulled towards the right or the left, depending on the last direction the steering wheel was turned. No warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that while driving in rainy weather, the vehicle hydroplaned. The vehicle was taken to the same local dealer on several occasions, where an alignment was performed and the steering rack was…

   NHTSA complaint #11745698 · source
8. Filed Jun 4, 2026FLEngineSteering

   I purchased this vehicle at 0 miles in July 2025 from Honda Accord in Pensacola Florida. I reported in July 2025 that there was a noise and I was unhappy with the vehicle and would like to exchange the vehicle within the 30 days months later, the noise got louder, and I took it in to see what the problem was I was told there was no issue that this is the loud start noise when you first crank the car up I then proceed to advise them that there’s clicking under my steering…

   NHTSA complaint #11742122 · source
9. Filed May 16, 2026MDSteering

   2025 Honda Accord Hybrid experiences a severe, loud knocking noise when turning the steering wheel while stationary or at low speeds. The dealership attempted to grease the components but the mechanical knock remains. This is a known EPS/steering rack defect on the 11th generation Accord and poses a steering failure/binding safety risk at highway speeds.

   NHTSA complaint #11738282 · source
10. Filed May 16, 2026NJDriver Assistance & Safety TechSteering

    the steering on the '25 Hybrid Sport L is a little loose? Even small movements make the car drift, and it's hard to keep it straight. the feels like the car won’t track straight. The Lane keep assist does not work like the 10th gen. It’s like a ping pong bouncing off the lines. Who’s experiencing this as well.

    NHTSA complaint #11738247 · source
11. Filed Apr 25, 2026CASteering

    I was driving on the freeway, no contact, I was taking a slight turn left and then my car buckled I lost full control of the car for a moment and the I gained it back but the whole steering wheel was misaligned.

    NHTSA complaint #11733755 · source
12. Filed Apr 2, 2026CTDriver Assistance & Safety TechSteeringSuspension

    Around 20,000 miles my car began having faint metallic clanking/clicking sounds turning left and recoiling back to the left under 15 miles an hour and while parked. My lane mitigation, see dealer light turned on for 5 minutes while backing in to a spot then turned off. No issues steering just noise. Glad I am not deaf and I know better because it was a very easy and quiet noise to ignore or miss. My steering is fine now but does not steer as thin and smoothly as before— not…

    NHTSA complaint #11728951 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology