EPS steering rack noise and assist failure
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11 NHTSA complaints · 2023-09-11 → 2026-08-15
“EPS Steering rack assembly and gear box is making noises. Car was inspected by a licensed Honda repair center on 4/23/26 and was told that that this assembly will need to be replaced at a $4,900.00 estimate. This could put our family at risk if the steering or gear box fails…”
“I experienced a loss of electric power steering assist, increased steering resistance, and clicking/popping noises coming from the steering rack. The Honda dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a failed Electric Power Steering (EPS) steering rack and quoted nearly $5,000 for the…”
“Sticky steering at center position" Notchy/Clicking feeling when turning past center point"。("A noticeable catch and clicking noise when steering wheel passes through the center position")。"This failure causes inconsistent steering effort and poses a potential safety risk…”