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	Make:	Honda
	Model Year:	2017
	Model:	CIVIC
	NHTSA Campaign Number:	18V663000
	Component:	STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
	Potential Number of Vehicles Affected:	54
	Owner Notified Date:	N/A
	Report Received Date:	09/27/2018
	Record Creation Date:	09/28/2018

2017 Honda CIVIC DEFECT SUMMARY

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly secured, allowing the magnet to become dislodged. During a full lock turn, the dislodged magnet may cause steering assist to be applied in the opposite direction.

2017 Honda CIVIC DEFECT CONSEQUENCE SUMMARY

The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.

2017 Honda CIVIC RECALL CORRECTIVE SUMMARY

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 5, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.