Service bulletin - There is an internal issue with the millimeter wave radar software, which may lead to one or more of the following symptoms: - The millimeter wave radar is improperly calibrated, resulting in DTC P2583-76 (temporary stop of integrated driver support system [misalignment millimeter wave radar]). - Front radar blindness due to severe weather conditions (rain, snow, fog, etc.) may trigger a sporadic false Radar Obstructed message on the MID. - The vehicle speed fluctuates at highway speeds when adaptive cruise control is set. - DTC C0051-54 (steering angle neutral position learning incomplete), U0416-68 (brake actuator malfunction), and U0416-92 (temporary stop of integrated
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 Honda CR-V steering problems
severe Owners of the 2017 Honda CR-V have filed 57 NHTSA complaints about the steering, typically surfacing around 37,600 miles at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
57
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 CR-V | 15 |
| 2014 CR-V | 15 |
| 2015 CR-V | 45 |
| 2016 CR-V | 17 |
| 2017 CR-V (this page) | 57 |
| 2018 CR-V | 315 |
| 2019 CR-V | 184 |
| 2020 CR-V | 32 |
| 2021 CR-V | 102 |
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What stands out
Owners have filed 57 steering complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners report persistent steering problems across a wide range of mileages and driving conditions. The most common complaint is "sticky" or binding steering, particularly when driving straight at highway speeds (35+ mph) or holding the wheel near center. Owners describe resistance, hesitation, clicking noises from the steering column, and sudden jerking movements where the wheel unexpectedly moves on its own before requiring extra force to correct. Some owners report a "dead spot" or loss of control feel when the steering sticks and then releases.
More severe failures involve the steering wheel seizing or locking up entirely while driving, forcing owners to apply significant force to regain control—a safety hazard at highway speeds. A smaller subset reports unexpected, independent steering inputs without driver input, including cases where the steering pulls or tugs during turns, and one case where the car made a complete U-turn during braking on wet pavement.
Dealers have diagnosed these failures as defective electronic power steering (EPS) gearboxes, rack-and-pinion failures, torque sensor magnet issues, and bearing failures. Honda Service Bulletin 18-103 and Recall 18V-663 address an improperly secured torque sensor magnet in the EPS gearbox for certain 2017–2018 CR-V and Civic VINs, but owners consistently report their VINs fall outside the recall scope despite exhibiting identical symptoms. Several owners paid $3,000–$6,000 out of pocket for steering gearbox or rack-and-pinion replacement. Many dealerships initially found no diagnostic trouble codes or declined to investigate when no codes were present, delaying repairs or denying coverage.
Same Honda CR-V steering reports on nearby years: 2015 · 2016 · 2018 · 2019 · 2020
Failure modes owners describe
Sticky/Binding Steering at Center Position
Steering wheel exhibits resistance, stiffness, or binding sensation when holding the car straight or making small corrections near neutral (11–1 o'clock position). Owners describe a 'sticky' feel, loss of smooth control, and occasional jerking or clicking noise from the steering column. Often accompanied by a 'dead spot' where steering suddenly releases after resistance.
When: Primarily at highway speeds (35+ mph), more frequent on longer drives (over 30 minutes), less common during sharp turns
Symptoms owners cite: Steering feels sticky, stiff, or difficult to move smoothly near center; Clicking or squeaking noise from steering column; Jerking or sudden movement of steering wheel from neutral position; Dead spot or loss of control feel when steering releases; Resistance increases then suddenly decreases; Problem worsens over time and with extended driving
Codes mentioned: C2N, P2O
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer diagnosis: defective EPS gearbox, rack-and-pinion replacement, or bearing replacement. Costs reported: $3,000–$6,000. Parts mentioned: steering gearbox assembly, rack and pinion, bearings, steering motor.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda Service Bulletin 18-103 / Recall 18V-663 covers torque sensor magnet issue in 2017–2018 Civic and CR-V. Recall covers only 54 vehicles; many affected owners' VINs excluded despite identical failure mode.
Unintended Steering Input / Self-Steering
Steering wheel moves or jerks on its own without driver input, pulling the vehicle unexpectedly to one side. At full lock or near center, steering may apply assist opposite to driver input, causing sudden oversteer or unintended lane departures. Includes cases of steering pulling or tugging during turns.
When: Early in vehicle life (as few as 30,000 miles), at highway speeds, downhill on windy roads, during normal driving; one case during wet braking on freeway
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel jerks or moves unexpectedly to left or right from neutral position; Steering pulls or tugs when turning left or right; At full lock, steering applies assist opposite driver input; Sudden oversteer beyond driver input; Unintended lane departure; Loss of vehicle control or near-miss with oncoming traffic
Codes mentioned: C2N, P2O
Repairs/costs cited: Diagnosis: defective EPS gearbox (improperly secured torque sensor magnet). Repair: EPS gearbox replacement, four-wheel alignment, steering angle neutral position learning. Cost: $2,000 out of pocket when outside recall VIN range.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 18V-663 / Honda SB 18-103 covers identical defect (torque sensor magnet shift in gearbox) in limited 2017–2018 CR-V and Civic VINs. Affected owners outside recall scope request expansion and reimbursement.
Steering Wheel Seizes / Locks Up
Steering wheel becomes difficult or impossible to turn, feeling locked in place. Occurs intermittently or persistently, requiring significant force to overcome resistance and regain steering control. One case involved a complete front-end collapse and uncontrolled vehicle pull.
When: At various speeds from 35 mph to 65+ mph, during highway driving, on wet roads; one case appeared to follow a sudden loss of traction event
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel suddenly difficult or impossible to turn; Steering wheel feels 'locked' or stuck in place; Requires excessive force to overcome resistance; Steering suddenly gives way after being stuck; Repeated intermittent locking and release; Complete loss of steering control; Associated loud pulling to one side
Repairs/costs cited: Diagnosis: steering gearbox failure, rack-and-pinion failure. Repair: gearbox or rack-and-pinion replacement. Costs: $5,000+. One dealership could not diagnose the failure and attributed damage to accident.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No recalls identified for this mode in owner narratives. One dealership refused further investigation despite warranty coverage remaining.
Multiple Dashboard Warning Lights / System Cascading Failures
All or multiple safety system warning lights illuminate simultaneously on the dashboard, accompanied by beeping and dinging sounds. Lights include power steering, vehicle stability assist, adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation, lane departure mitigation, brake system, electric parking brake, and others. Failures are intermittent or persistent and may reappear after dealer resets or software updates.
When: Upon startup, during driving, or while parked with engine running. Can occur multiple times over months or years. One case began after a dead battery replacement.
Symptoms owners cite: All dashboard warning lights illuminate at once; Repeated beeping and dinging sounds; Lights may indicate: Power Steering, VSA, Adaptive Cruise, Collision Mitigation, Lane Departure, Brake System, Electric Parking Brake, Emissions, TPMS, Hill Start Assist, Brake Hold, Battery, Oil; Intermittent or persistent occurrence; Lights clear after restart, then reappear; Vehicle may lose power or go into limp mode (limited to 7–8 mph); Critical Failure message on dashboard; No identifiable external cause
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer response: computer/software reset or ECU reprogramming. Temporary fix; problem recurs within days to weeks. Costs not specified by owners.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda dealer performed software upgrade; issue recurred. No recalls or TSBs mentioned by owners for this cascading failure mode.
Lane Departure / Autonomous Steering Over-Correction
Lane Keeping Assist System or automatic steering systems apply unexpected or excessive steering correction, causing the vehicle to veer sharply into curbs, lane dividers, or oncoming traffic without driver input or proportional to driver intent. Includes one case of complete U-turn and rollover during braking on wet pavement.
When: During highway driving, in intersections, on rainy or wet road conditions, during light braking maneuvers
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle suddenly veers into curb or lane divider; Lane Departure warning announces, then car shoots sharply in direction; Automatic steering applies excessive correction; LKAS does not prevent unintended lane departure when turn signal not used; Lane departure during light braking on wet road (hydroplaning scenario); Complete U-turn and rollover after braking on wet freeway; No warning that hydroplaning was occurring
Repairs/costs cited: Repair: LKAS system reset or recalibration. Owner shredded tire hitting curb. Another vehicle totaled (insurance claim, no repair). Parts damaged: wheel, rim, rotor, suspension, caliper, brakes.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No manufacturer recalls or responses mentioned. One dealership performed LKAS reset after rack-and-pinion replacement for steering gearbox issue.
Synthesized from 57 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2017 Honda CR-V?
It's a meaningful issue. 57 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Across the 17 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 17,000 and 50,000 miles, with the median around 37,600. A quarter of owners report trouble before 17,000; a quarter make it past 50,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Honda/CR-V.
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