2010 Honda Fit steering problems

Filed Sep 2, 2024 · Steering · CT

Just purchased the car and it suffers from "Memory Steer". After a turn, the steering does not return to neutral, but the steering wheel requires input to straighten out. Alignment, Strut Bearings and Ball Joints checked OK, suggesting the binding is in the steering column, Steering Rack or perhaps the Electric Power Steering. The problem occurs at all speeds.

Filed Apr 6, 2022 · Steering · OH

While driving, the steering wheel intermittently locks up or loses power making control of the vehicle extremely difficult while driving straight and near impossible when it happens while turning.

Filed Jun 25, 2021 · Steering, Transmission · 215,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2010 Honda Fit. The contact stated while driving at 35 mph, the power steering warning light illuminated and the vehicle loss power steering functionality. The vehicle regained power steering assist and was coasted to the side of the roadway. While accelerating, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power train failed and needed to be replaced. The technician replaced the engine coil spring and disconnected the battery however, the failure recurred four times. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer four times. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V770000 (Power Train) as a possible solution to the failure however, the Vin was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 215,000.

Filed Apr 19, 2021 · Steering, Transmission · 104,956 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 honda fit. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel locked up making it hard to steer the vehicle. The contact stated that the power steering assist warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v770000 (power train). The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,956. The consumer stated the dealer advised the failure was not included in the recall.

Filed Apr 15, 2020 · Steering · 82,397 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 honda fit. The contact stated that while driving 3-5 MPH, the steering wheel was difficult to turn. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called first texas honda located at (3400 steck ave, austin, tx 78757 (512) 220-1121) where a service appointment was scheduled however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 82,397. The VIN was invalid.

Filed Apr 3, 2019 · Steering · 78,000 miles · MN

Steering wheel has been suddenly, and intermittently, turning immediately 90 degrees where I have to correct the wheel in order to avoid a crash. Typically happens on slight turns, like getting on or off a hwy ramp or turning on a red light. Goodyear tire said they are seeing electrical issues with the power steering and informed me this isn't a drivable car unless $2400 repair. The suddenness of this could have resulted in death, especially at the speed.

Filed Jan 9, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 129,275 miles · CT

Loss of power steering power electrical surges while in motion on highway and secondary roads. Driving on highway ramps onto freeway, also exiting freeway on exit ramps.goggled honda fit power steering problems a lot of other people have same problems very.dangerous for my 20 yr daughter first vehicle thank you for your time.

Filed Nov 28, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · 103,000 miles · GA

While steering on the road (in motion), our 2010 honda fit suddenly jerks in the opposite direction from the turn, leading to a number of near-miss accidents. The problem was first noticed in fall of 2018. Dealer was able to replicate the problem and says the electronic steering rack and box are "bad" and need to be replaced at a cost of $2400. The car has never been in any sort of accident or catastrophic incident, and there are no signs of damage to components (like tie rod ends) -- it's just the steering that is suddenly unreliable.

Filed Mar 17, 2018 · Steering · 92,000 miles · MN

The steering wheel intermittently freezes up, for about a second, at least once every day that I drive the car. No indicator lights on the dashboard turn on during or after these events. Several times it has been noticed while making turns, which is very unsettling. I no longer trust the vehicle's safety, and now feel the need to leave a very large distance when making a left turn in front of any oncoming car. I will not allow my wife to drive the car any more, for fear of her safety. I have heard that there is a recall for an eps failure for honda fits of previous model years, and want to know when the recall for this life threatening defect will be extended to the 2010 model year.

Filed May 17, 2017 · Airbags, Steering · 69,323 miles · CA · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* the contact owned a 2010 honda fit. While driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle collided with a bridge cement post. While seated in the front passenger seat, the contact noticed that the vehicle was veering to the right. The contact did not recall any warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the driver was 84 years old and possibly unaware of what was happening to the vehicle. The contact stated that the driver side air bag failed to deploy, but the passenger side air bags and side curtain air bags deployed. The contact stated that the driver and passenger seat belts were engaged. The driver sustained a broken sternum and the passenger sustained bumps and bruises to both knees and arms. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but the vehicle had not been inspected to determine the air bag failure. The failure mileage was 69,323. The VIN was not available.