The contact owns a 2006 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 15-20 MPH, the contact became aware of an abnormal burning odor, and there was smoke coming from under the hood. The contact stated that the smoke increased while at a complete stop in traffic. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle after pulling over to the side of the road and after arriving at the residence. The contact stated that the power steering hose was leaking at the back of the engine, near the firewall, onto the catalytic converter, and onto the power steering lines. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 12V222000 (Steering); however, the dealer informed the contact that the recall repair could not be performed because the power steering pump was an aftermarket part. The contact stated that the dealer failed to honor the recall repair, which only involved the power steering hose replacement. The vehicle was taken to Automotive Technology of West Islip, where the contact was informed that the vehicle should be repaired under the recall. The mechanic contacted the manufacturer on the contact's behalf; however, the manufacturer confirmed that the recall repair could not be performed because the power steering pump was an aftermarket part. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 141,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
2006 Honda Accord steering problems
48 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 97,000. 6 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 48
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- typical mileage
- 97,000
- crashes
- 6
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Hydraulic power assist: power steering fluid1
- Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Honda Accord steering problems in other years
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
What 2006 Honda Accord owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Clicking in steering wheel, and steering wheel very stiff. Not sure if it's the flex coupler or something else. Has been ongoing for probably 2 or 3 years. Also headliner is falling, has been lifting for a couple of years but now it's to the point where I'm afraid it'll fall on my head and block my vision while driving. This is a common issue with these older hondas Headliner needs a recall/warranty extension from the manufacturer. The flex coupler if that is the issue needs a recall or warranty extension as well. Kia has done this for their older specific vehicles with this flex coupler issue (my other car which had the same problem)
Power steering fluid leakage that smokes up under hood, loss of power to steering and extremely difficult to steer. Major safety issue.
My car is leaking power steering fluid somewhere. I can fill it to the recommended line, drive 10 minutes down the road and start having problems turning again. It is worse when turning slowly like when backing out of a parking spot and then turning the wheel to be able to accelerate in the correct direction. I have also noticed smoke coming from my car if I am sitting in park after putting fluid in, it is worse if I have my heat on. I am currently pregnant and this is my only form of transportation to be able to get my son to and from school and myself to work and every where else I have to drive to. I have almost hit parked cars because I can't get the steering wheel to turn. I am afraid that I will be driving down the road and end up not being able to turn into a curve in the road or something and end up rolling/wrecking my car. I am afraid that my car could catch on fire while I am waiting in the pickup line for my son which would put other parents, children, and other cars at risk. Yes the problem has been confirmed. The vehicle has not been inspected. No warning lamps or anything. I have been dealing with this for almost 3 months. It is causing pain in my neck, back, arms, and shoulders.
Malfunctioning parts
I bought a used vehicle from aloha motor groups inc. On feb. 28, 2020. I was never told that the vehicle was salvaged. They told me that they were sending my title and everything out. I hadn't received anything as of august 28, 2020, so I went to the dealership where they pulled out my title, attached to someone else's paperwork, and realized that the salvage inspection was never cleared. So, now I am stuck with them not having any explanation or means of fixing this issue. They are denying their involvement and are refusing to have a new maryland safety inspection done after the salvage inspection is completed even though they failed to provide a proper inspection and title for over 6 months.
I was driving in the lane, probably around 20-25miles through the traffic. I was trying to turn little towards right but something happened in steering wheel (locked/stuck - I do not know) but the car didn't turn. The truck/van coming from other direction and my car crashed. I immediately got out of the car to safety. I was taken to emergency from the crash site. After 2nd visit to hospital I was diagnosed with a rib fracture. I reached out to honda america regarding this and they said since the vehicle is not able to be inspected they can't do anything regarding this matter. I urge the federal safety agency to inquire further in 2006 honda accord steering issue since I survived a fatal accident, other might not be able to. If you need further details please reach out to me.
When driving at slow speeds the steering get tight and stiff for a short period of time and then it's fine. The power steering fluid is black but not leeking.
Power steering fluid keeps gushing out of the housing unit. Transmission keeps on studders when shifting from 1st gear to 2nd. Marking whining noises.
My driver side air bag is already deployed. When I called my honda dealership to schedule the passenger side, I asked if the driver side would also be done. The rep said that it would. When I got to the dealership, they tried to charge me $250.00 to have it done. I cannot afford this. The date of 05/01/2015 is a guess.
Questions about the 2006 Honda Accord steering
Does the 2006 Honda Accord have steering problems?
Owners have filed 48 complaints about the steering of the 2006 Honda Accord, 11% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2006 Honda Accord steering problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 97,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Honda Accord steering?
Yes, 1 recall: 12V222000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Honda Accord have bad steering?
The Honda Accord model years with the most steering complaints are 2013 (499 complaints), 2014 (143 complaints) and 2003 (90 complaints).
Other 2006 Honda Accord problems
Airbags 130Brakes 53Transmission 50Electrical 42Engine 40Acceleration 24Tires 20Visibility 20Body 19Lights 13Suspension 9Driver assistance 7Seat belts 7Locks 5Fuel system 4Seats 4Wheels 4
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