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Passenger car — recall

Name: Passenger car
Brand: Honda

Automotive · European Union · 2025-02-21

Origin: Japan

Honda Passenger car steering gearbox grease reduction causes fluctuating steering torque

Country	European Union
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-02-21
Country of origin	Japan
Manufacturer	Honda
Models affected	Civic 4D, Civic Type R, Civic E:HEV, ZR-V E:HEV, CR-V E:HEV, CR-V P:HEV
Defect	A reduction in the amount of grease in the steering gearbox during use results in dangerously fluctuating torque during steering. This can create a loss of vehicle's control and increases the risk of accidents and injuries.
Remedy	Recall of the product from end users.
Recall number	SR/00641/25
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	UNECE regulations, EU type-approval · Full guide →

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