2022 Honda Civic · symptom sheet
Steering sticks, feels notchy or jerks
- 556owner reports
- 20,000median miles
- $2,798median quote
- 9involved a crash
Newest report Aug 18, 2026 · checked Oct 2, 2026
731 of the 882 complaints on this car are about the steering system. 556 of those describe sticky steering, which makes it the most reported problem on the 2022 Civic.
Tick what matches of 556 reports
Sticky steering on other Civic years
Report counts are for each model year on its own, so a newer car has had less time to collect them. Model years with too few reports of it for a sheet: 2014, 2015, 2020, 2024, 2025, 2026.
What this problem usually is
Sticky steering is a wheel that catches or hangs for a moment before it turns, then moves in a small jerk. It's different from a wheel that's simply heavy: owners here describe a notch, and many say it's worst when making small corrections at highway speed.
What got replaced
Owners who name the part that was replaced mention the steering rack (90 reports) and the column (11 reports).
Recalls and investigations
2 recalls on the steering system cover the 2022 model year. A recall on the same system isn't always the same failure, so read the defect text.
The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
The steering rack may have been incorrectly assembled, which can allow the tire to chafe against the lower suspension or tie rod end, possibly resulting in tire damage.
All 4 recalls on the 2022 Honda Civic, with the owner complaints on each recalled system
NHTSA investigations into the steering system on the Civic
Momentary increased steering effort. Closed jan 28, 2025, led to recall 24V-744.
Momentary increased steering effort. Closed nov 30, 2023.
Alleged steering lockup. Closed dec 30, 1994.
What owners paid
18 of the 556 reports quote a price. Each dot is one quote. The middle half runs $2,000 to $3,200.
When it happens
The middle half of failures fell between 9,500 and 30,000 miles, from the 108 reports that gave a mileage.
What owners wrote
“Car is around 20,000 miles, steering becomes "sticky" at speeds above 40 mph. Micro adjustments in steering require excessive force and result in over-adjustments. Stickiness becomes more apparent as speed increases. I have had this issue looked into by my dealer and they were able to recreate the situation but could not find a solution.”
Filed Mar 1, 2023 · 20,000 miles
“The steering wheel begins to stick after driving about 30 minutes. I will try to turn slightly to the left or right and it will get stuck. I have to add more force until it finally releases and I am able to turn. It become very dangerous when I drive on the highway and my steering wheel feels like it locks for a second. There has been no warning lamps or message and it has happened for the last 4,000 miles”
Filed Feb 22, 2023 · 4,000 miles
“Steering wheel becomes stiff after a few minutes of driving. It feels sticky and it is hard to make small adjustments when driving in a straight line. Problem is noticeably worse at higher speeds. This has been happening for the last two months. Car has only 9000 miles.”
Filed Jan 29, 2023 · 9,000 miles
“Steering wheel sticking after 2nd oil change 9,000 miles. on the highway and speeds over 45mph the steering wheel will stick and require force to move it from its position. It is not subtle and smooth like every car Iâve driven before. A recall is I order for this steering column. Please look at all the other similar complaints on 2022 civics.”
Filed Jan 21, 2023 · 9,000 miles
Should you keep driving it?
This page can't tell you that. 9 of 556 reports involved a crash and 4 people were hurt. Owners who file are the ones who had a bad experience, and nobody checks their reports. If the problem affects steering, braking, power or a fire risk, treat it as a safety fault and have it inspected before a long or high-speed drive.
File your own report with NHTSA. Complaint counts are how a problem gets an investigation. How reports land on this sheet.
Guide Paid for this repair before a recall covered it? How recall reimbursement works
Other problems on this car
- Power steering cuts out or goes heavy 149 reports
- Adaptive cruise or lane keeping misbehaves 88 reports
- Steering wheel clicks, clunks or grinds when I turn 38 reports
- Suspension noise, struts or alignment 25 reports