If you drive a Honda, you might want to double-check your mail this December—more than 2 million vehicles are being recalled due to serious safety concerns.
Honda is facing a series of major recalls in the U.S., affecting over 2 million vehicles due to critical safety concerns. The automaker’s latest recalls involve fuel pump issues and steering problems across several of its most popular models, including the Accord, Civic, CR-V, and Acura Integra.
One of the recalls involves around 720,000 vehicles, including the 2023-2024 Accord and Accord Hybrid, the 2025 Civic and Civic Hybrid, and the 2023-2025 CR-V Hybrid. The problem centers on faulty high-pressure fuel pumps that were found to have been incorrectly manufactured. These pumps are at risk of developing cracks that can lead to fuel leaks. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) noted that a fuel leak near an ignition source could potentially cause a fire, putting drivers and passengers at serious risk.
From February 2023 to September 2024, Honda received 145 warranty claims related to this defect, although no reports of injuries, fires, or crashes have been confirmed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pumps at no cost to vehicle owners. Honda plans to send out owner notification letters by December 4, and owners are advised to monitor their vehicles for any fuel odors while waiting for repairs.
The second significant recall affects nearly 1.7 million vehicles with a potential steering rack issue. This recall includes certain 2022 and newer Honda Civics, 2023-2025 CR-Vs, HR-Vs, and Acura Integra models. According to documents submitted to the NHTSA, the steering gearbox worm wheel in these vehicles may have been improperly manufactured, leading to potential swelling. This defect can increase friction within the steering system, making it harder for drivers to turn the wheel smoothly.
The recall documents mention that affected vehicles might exhibit warning signs like abnormal noises or a sticky sensation when turning the steering wheel. Honda will address the issue by replacing the worm gear spring and adding or redistributing grease, all at no cost to owners. Notification letters for this recall are expected to go out on November 18.
These new recalls come after several other recent safety issues for Honda. Just last week, the automaker issued a recall for 98 CR-V hybrids over concerns about potential fire risks related to a defect in the Panasonic batteries used in the vehicles. Around the same time, Honda also recalled 1.7 million vehicles over faulty steering systems that could make driving difficult or unsafe.
In the case of the fuel pump issue, the defective part was sourced from Hitachi, which has since redesigned the pump to improve its durability and manufacturing process. The new pump design has already been introduced in vehicles coming off the production line from September onward, but retrofitting the redesigned pumps to the affected cars remains a significant task.
Despite these setbacks, Honda emphasizes that it has received no confirmed reports of accidents or injuries related to these recalls. The company is urging affected vehicle owners to get their cars inspected and repaired as soon as they receive notification letters. Owners can check their vehicle’s recall status online or by calling Honda’s customer service.
With multiple recalls now impacting millions of vehicles, Honda is focusing on reinforcing its safety measures and improving manufacturing quality to avoid further issues. Vehicle owners are encouraged to stay vigilant and respond promptly to recall notifications to ensure their safety on the road.
