2022-2024 Honda Civic Rack and Pinion Recall (23V704)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 264,567 vehicles · Reported October 19, 2023
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling 264,567 2022-2024 Honda Civic vehicles. The steering rack may have been incorrectly assembled, which can allow the tire to chafe against the lower suspension or tie rod end, possibly resulting in tire damage. A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V704 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V704000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | YFW |
| Date reported to NHTSA | October 19, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Vehicles | 2022-2024 Honda Civic |
| Units affected | 264,567 |
| Component | Steering > Rack And Pinion |
| Safety risk | A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022-2024 Honda Civic in recall 23V704?
The steering rack may have been incorrectly assembled, which can allow the tire to chafe against the lower suspension or tie rod end, possibly resulting in tire damage.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Civic 4-door and Civic 5-door vehicles that received a replacement power steering rack as part of a service repair. The steering rack may have been incorrectly assembled, which can allow the tire to chafe against the lower suspension or tie rod end, possibly resulting in tire damage.
Is it safe to drive a 2022-2024 Civic with recall 23V704?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Civic shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the rack and pinion, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V704?
Recall 23V704 covers 264,567 vehicles: 2022-2024 Honda Civic.
NHTSA lists 264,567 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2024 | Honda | Civic |
What is the fix for the Civic rack and pinion recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric power steering rack, as necessary, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect and replace the electric power steering rack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YFW.
When was recall 23V704 announced?
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported recall 23V704 to NHTSA on October 19, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| October 19, 2023 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V704000. |
| January 16, 2024 | Letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 35 months ago. If your Civic was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Civic is part of recall 23V704?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V704 is open on your Civic, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V704000 is open on your Civic, it will be listed there, along with Honda recall number YFW. You can also ask any Honda dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Civic owners do about recall 23V704?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V704000 applies to your Civic.
- Call a Honda dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any rack and pinion symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Civic owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 1,261 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 982 of them about the steering.
Since recall 23V704 was reported on October 19, 2023, owners have filed 623 complaints with NHTSA about the steering on these vehicles. 45 of them (7%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the steering and were received on or after October 19, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related steering issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 1,261 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 982 of them involve the steering. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Honda Civic: 882 complaints in total, 730 about the steering
- 2023 Honda Civic: 255 complaints in total, 191 about the steering
- 2024 Honda Civic: 124 complaints in total, 61 about the steering
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was sticking and that it failed to function as intended. The contact stated that due to the failure, the vehicle was veering outside of the intended lane.
2022 Honda Civic owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11633754, filed January 2, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the steering wheel seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn.
2022 Honda Civic owner, NC, NHTSA complaint 11633853, filed January 3, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
2022 Honda Civic owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11640705, filed February 4, 2025
Can recall 23V704 make my Civic a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 23V704000 does not automatically make your Civic a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Steering defects go straight to safety. Under California's lemon law, a defect likely to cause death or serious injury can create a presumption after just two repair attempts, if the manufacturer was also notified directly.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2022-2024 Honda Civic has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Civic went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V704
Did the recall 23V704 fix work?
Since recall 23V704 was reported on October 19, 2023, owners have filed 623 complaints with NHTSA about the steering on these vehicles. 45 of them (7%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 23V704000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Civic is part of recall 23V704000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V704000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Honda. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.