2013 Honda Accord: Power steering fails while driving
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2013 Accord report: power steering fails while driving. CarComplaints.com lists 31 owner complaints, average mileage 70,000 miles.
NHTSA has 506 owner complaints for the 2013 Accord in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11764815 (filed 09/16/2026): “Honda of nanuet declined to fix the recall issue on my 2013 honda accord sport. a recall in regards to "a corroded drive shaft could break under high torque applications" they did not notify me of the issue until after the expiration date of the time standard …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11761942 (filed 09/03/2026): “The contact's spouse owns a 2013 honda accord. the contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the steering wheel turned to the left independently and failed to remain straight. the contact stated that while turning the vehicle, t…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace steering rack (7 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Electric power steering faults typically need module diagnosis with a scan tool and calibration. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $2,170 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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