I have a 2017 EX (only 32k miles) and a 2023 EX-L. Several months ago, the 2017 began exhibiting symptoms of "sticky steering". I searched the web and found comments related to this condition, however, most were associated with the 2023 models.
I described the "sticky steering" sensation as if the steering was in a detent and required additional force to turn the wheel. I believe, most-often, it occurred when the vehicle was going straight and I wanted to make a correction, either left of right. I also described it feeling like a flat spot on a bearing.
When I took the vehicle in (reputable non-Honda) for an oil change and tire (Michelins) rotation, I asked them to check the steering components (ball-joints, tie rods, etc.) . They did and also test-drove the vehicle, but did not locate any issues.
I had had a lengthy discussion with the service manager at the local Honda dealership and he wasn't aware of many steering issues, but did say they had replaced the steering gear box on one vehicle at a cost of over $2,000.00. He also said that they would attempt a diagnosis but it would cost $125.00.
The 2017 is driven mainly by my wife, and I drive the 2023. On the occasions that I drove the 2017, I would get in, adjust the AC vents, rear-view mirror, seat belt retractor height, seat position, and steering wheel position. Understandably, my wife was annoyed by having to readjust all those items when she drove. So.... at some point I decided to only change some of those things, and left the steering wheel in the same position that she chose.
One day, it came to me. I had checked everything except I had never modified the steering wheel position: in-out-up-down. I figured it was worth a try.
THAT WAS IT!
That simple repositioning of the wheel had cured the "sticky steering" on our CR-V. I couldn't believe it was that simple and I wouldn't have to spend lots of money to fix the problem.
I'm not saying that this will cure your steering issue, but it is certainly worth at try. Good luck!
I described the "sticky steering" sensation as if the steering was in a detent and required additional force to turn the wheel. I believe, most-often, it occurred when the vehicle was going straight and I wanted to make a correction, either left of right. I also described it feeling like a flat spot on a bearing.
When I took the vehicle in (reputable non-Honda) for an oil change and tire (Michelins) rotation, I asked them to check the steering components (ball-joints, tie rods, etc.) . They did and also test-drove the vehicle, but did not locate any issues.
I had had a lengthy discussion with the service manager at the local Honda dealership and he wasn't aware of many steering issues, but did say they had replaced the steering gear box on one vehicle at a cost of over $2,000.00. He also said that they would attempt a diagnosis but it would cost $125.00.
The 2017 is driven mainly by my wife, and I drive the 2023. On the occasions that I drove the 2017, I would get in, adjust the AC vents, rear-view mirror, seat belt retractor height, seat position, and steering wheel position. Understandably, my wife was annoyed by having to readjust all those items when she drove. So.... at some point I decided to only change some of those things, and left the steering wheel in the same position that she chose.
One day, it came to me. I had checked everything except I had never modified the steering wheel position: in-out-up-down. I figured it was worth a try.
THAT WAS IT!
That simple repositioning of the wheel had cured the "sticky steering" on our CR-V. I couldn't believe it was that simple and I wouldn't have to spend lots of money to fix the problem.
I'm not saying that this will cure your steering issue, but it is certainly worth at try. Good luck!
