The contact owns a 2003 Honda Accord. The contact stated while attempting to park the vehicle, she placed the vehicle in reverse to straighten the vehicle however, the steering wheel was making a clicking sound. The contact was able to turn the steering wheel however, the vehicle failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated the front passenger’s side wheel was making a clicking sound. The contact stated that the wheel was fractured from the lug. The vehicle was not diagnosed; however, the wheel was replaced. The contact notified the local dealer of the sound coming from the steering wheel; however, the contact was informed that if the steering was removed, there air bags might not function properly. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
2003 Honda Accord: clunking or noise when steering
5 of the 1,987 complaints about the 2003 Honda Accord describe clunking or noise when steering.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 0%
- recalls
- 1
Clunking or noise when steering by model year
What owners say
As a result of the recall on the power steering hose deteriorating, my power steering pump went out. I paid $700.00 getting it fixed in january 2013. I was told by honda of tiffany springs that my power steering pump going out had nothing to do with the hose deteriorating. I trusted them and had it fixed and paid in full. I took my car to another very trusted mechanic and was told otherwise. Since then, dealing with honda of tiffany springs has been a nightmare! About two weeks ago my steering started making a really weird noise. Low and behold, honda of tiffany springs told me my power steering pump was out again. Another $700.00 to fix it...they show no records of ever replacing my power steering pump, therefore there is no warranty. I have contacted an attorney about honda of tiffany springs. Not only have they lied about my power steering and stolen money from me on parts that were clearly under recall or warranty, they have stripped my oil pan plug for the second time and my car was leaking oil all over my garage. I paid my trusted mechanic to fix that problem not once but twice, which honda of tiffany springs should pay me back for. I am sick of honda of tiffany springs!!! Ever since[xxx] got sick & passed away, that place has gone downhill. I am ready to buy a new car, but not from there!! I will never take my car there again! I love the service manager,[xxx], and I do understand that his hands are tied when it comes to hiring and firing the losers in the service department. I have purchased cars from there since 1989. That has come to an end. I love honda's, but this nightmare has left me no other choice than to buy a ford. Words that I thought I would never say. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Honda had a recall on the power steering hose but by the time they contacted me to go in my power steering pump started making severe noise. Now no one will cover it.
First noticed difficult steering and noise. Mechanic found power steering hose leaking and replaced it ($400 parts & labor). Later same day, mechanic found power steering pump was also leaking and replaced it (another $400 parts & labor). Steering still difficult and still making noise, so brought car back to mechanic a couple of days later. Mechanic replaced rack & pinion (an additional $800 parts & labor). It appears the 4 cylinder accords (2003) are not a part of the current honda recall for power steering hose leaks, but looks like they should be. Also, note the additional parts failures (and financial costs) as a result of the leaking hose.
I have had a noticeable groaning in my steering whenever I turn the wheel. I noticed this problem from the first day I had the car. The dealer and honda customer service tells me this is a "characteristic" of the car. They say that many power steering pumps make this noise. I believe that people have characteristics, cars have defects and car companies have word to equivocate. I still have a 12 year old honda which is a delight after 380,000 miles. I don't look forward to hearing this one groan for the next 12 years.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- Honda is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL and model year 2003-2007 Accord V6 vehicles. In May 2012, Honda filed a defect report to recall certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL vehicles. In September 2012, Honda informed the agency that it was including an additional 573,147 vehicles including certain model year 2003 through 2007 Accord V6 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 625,762. Prolonged under-hood and power steering fluid temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely, resulting in cracks and power steering fluid leakage.
- Risk
- If this occurs, power steering fluid can leak onto a hot catalytic converter, leading to smoke and possibly an under-hood fire.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose, free of charge. The original recall began in June 2012, and owners of those vehicles may obtain the free remedy. Sufficient parts are not yet available for owners of the vehicles covered by the September 2012 expansion, but are expected to be available in early 2013. Honda will notify owners of these vehicles beginning on October 26, 2012, and will notify these owners again when parts are available so those vehicles can be brought to dealers for applications of the free remedy. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑800‑999‑1009.
Recall number 12V222000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2003 Honda Accord steering noise
Is clunking or noise when steering a common problem on the 2003 Honda Accord?
5 of 1,987 owner complaints about the 2003 Honda Accord (0%) mention clunking or noise when steering. The model year with the most reports is 2024.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Honda Accord?
There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2003 Honda Accord
Transmission failure 379Slipping 186Jerking 134Won't shift 100Airbag light 93Check engine light 64Grinding brakes 59No deployment 58Wipers 52Stalling 41Hesitation 33Sudden acceleration 27Loss of power 25Harsh shifting 24Fire or smoke 21Pulling 20ABS 19Headlights 19Brake failure 18Door locks 18Premature wear 18Seat belt 18Won't start 16Whining noise 14Overheating 13Shudder 13Tire blowout 10Knocking 9Adaptive cruise 8Oil consumption 8Screen failure 7Ball joint 6Engine failure 6Power steering loss 6Battery drain 5Warning lights 5
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