2023 Honda Civic: Steering feels weird and sometimes sticky
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2023 Civic report: steering feels weird and sometimes sticky. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 21,000 miles.
NHTSA has 261 owner complaints for the 2023 Civic in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769903 (filed 10/08/2026): “This car had a previous safety recall for steering components "sticking", creating an unsafe driving situation. the recall was performed, however the problem still persists and the steering is still unsafe, sticking, and jerks left to right. this possesses an …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11738321 (filed 05/16/2026): “Steering feels sticky & i have to apply force just to keep the steering wheel centered when traveling at a high rate of speed as it feels as if the steering wheel is stuck causing me to over correct my steering. when driving through a curve, my steering wheel …”
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: none clearly reported. 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
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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