2008 Honda CR-V steering problems

Filed Dec 2, 2023 · Steering, Wheels · NY

Hello I’m [XXX] and own a 2008 Honda CRV that runs fine. VIN [XXX] , but previous owner never went to the recall and I bought the car in 2014 and recently, during a brake job, I first became aware of the problem when my mechanic alerted me to the recall situation and the rusting out that was putting drivers in a very dangerous situation. My car failed the recall because of the rust causing the degradation of the rear suspension trailing arm, and now I'm left with a car not fit to drive? and I would be liable for whatever happens but I was never offered a solution to buy the car back something to help and I cannot be without one to get to Dr’s or buy food live rural I have no choice living alone at [XXX] need a car. So a question, why am I the problem? when, in the first place, the car was dangerous from the manufacturer to the rusting out situation which was actually life threatening, lose steering, the wheel could collapse or the frame itself, and again, never offered any help at all some compensation, nothing? Just drive it home with the burden of the liability etc. I’m on a Fixed income of only $800 a month how am I to survive living rural without a car at my age? Please, I need some help. Why am I being punished when the design itself, as I said, created the dangerous problem and just that's it? Appreciate help from someone. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jun 27, 2023 · Body, Steering · 135,500 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2008 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The contact self-inspected the vehicle and noticed that the power steering fluid level was low. The contact filled the power steering fluid reservoir; however, two days later, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the passenger’s side front ball joints were replaced, the power steering kit was installed, and the drive belt was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 135,500.

Filed Oct 18, 2022 · Steering · CA

The contact owns a 2008 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the steering wheel would emit a high pitch squeaking noise whenever turning and upon initial l start of the vehicle. There were no warning lights. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that there was a leak causing the rack n pinion had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure had reoccurred approximately 2 months after. The vehicle was returned to the dealer who had not repaired the vehicle a second time due to the repair no longer being covered under warranty. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000.

Filed Oct 30, 2020 · Steering · 102,000 miles · CA

While driving my vehicle and making a turn in a residential area the steering wheel got stiff and felt as if the steering wheel locked I was able to turn but very slowly as if the car were in neutral almost felt like idling. I checked my steering fluid level and it was at the proper level so I'm not too sure what is going on but I've been reading up on this issue and find it to be common with this generation of honda cr-vs. I will be taking my vehicle to a mechanic to be looked at immediately but feel this is something that should be looked into I have never felt more unsafe driving than when that happened it was a very scary feeling and I am thankful that the speed of traffic was not fast paced otherwise I would have very likely been in an accident.

Filed Jul 13, 2019 · Engine, Steering · 166,000 miles · FL

Car cut off no steering everything locked down had serpentine belt fixed but the tpm light is on app need rack and pinion as well. Need struts and shocks and car rattles terribly. It's about 4 thousand dollars I am disabled this is a safety hazard I don't know what I can do. Is honda not responsible for defect

Filed Mar 17, 2019 · Steering · 100,000 miles · OH

The power steering fluid keeps going low. Can't see where if it's leaking. Friends have 2007 and doing same thing .

Filed Oct 12, 2018 · Steering · 84,000 miles · VA

After t 84,000 miles of normal driving, the power steering rack and pinion needed to be replaced due to leaks that caused power steering fluid to seep into the rack's boots and deteriorated them. The cost of this repair was $1400.00. This is a a serious safety issue. The cost of this repair was $1400.00.

Filed Aug 30, 2018 · Steering · 140,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda cr-v. While driving 25 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rack and pinion were inoperable. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Filed Jun 25, 2018 · Steering · 93,600 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda cr-v. While the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for an oil change, the contact was informed that the rack and pinion was leaking and could cause the steering wheel to fail. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 93,600.

Filed Jun 6, 2018 · Airbags, Steering · 99,000 miles · TX

Recently on the visit to honda dealer for air bag recall replacement the service advisor told me that my rack and pinon steering on the vehicle was leaking. I was surprised as the vehicle has been well maintained and not abused. It also has less than 98k on it. A search online shows that numerous other honda 2008 cr-v owners have noted a similar problem and this seems to be a common occurrence on this model which I believe warrants a recall for honda to repair at their expense. Failure of this part would lead to sudden loss of steering and I feel this is a safety issue. Complaints by other 2008 honda crv owners regarding this issue can be found at is this issue being escalated to a recall? Steering failure should be considered a safety issue of the highest priority. Quote was $1,600