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moderate 225 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700 · see steering across all vehicles →
Of the 225 steering complaints filed for the 2018 Honda Civic, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Steering accounts for 37% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 12 categories tracked.
Among the 18 model years of Honda Civic in our records for steering problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
Car suddenly lost power steering and resulted in the car swerving and losing control causing the car to turn in opposite direction of travel. The car crashed into the wire guard rail on interstate 40. No waring lamps were on the dash at the time of incident. Allstate reported to me 4 recalls with the car.
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated that when attempting to make a right turn at approximately 25 -30 mph, the vehicle failed to successfully turn right. The vehicle continued in a forward motion until it crashed into a nearby sign. The air bag did not deploy. There were no injuries. Medical attention was received and confirmed that no injuries occurred. The sign was damaged.…
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 225 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Across the 47 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 30,000 and 78,000 miles, with the median around 50,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 30,000; a quarter make it past 78,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
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.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover steering issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.