# Honda Accord power steering warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 220 - **Most complaints:** 2018 (52) - **Related recalls:** 0 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 220 owner complaints about the power steering warning light on the Honda Accord (2015-2026 models), most for the **2018** model year (52). No recall covers the parts behind this light, so a repair is usually at the owner's cost. Drive to a shop this week: If steering still feels normal, you can drive carefully to a shop. ## Honda Accord power steering warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the power steering light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 50 | 640 | 8% | | 2016 | 18 | 614 | 3% | | 2017 | 19 | 585 | 3% | | 2018 | 52 | 2015 | 3% | | 2019 | 31 | 792 | 4% | | 2020 | 12 | 408 | 3% | | 2021 | 9 | 294 | 3% | | 2022 | 10 | 317 | 3% | | 2023 | 15 | 144 | 10% | | 2024 | 2 | 78 | 3% | | 2025 | 2 | 24 | 8% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Is there a recall for the Honda Accord power steering warning light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. The Honda Accord has 24 recalls for other parts in 2015-2026; see the [Honda Accord page](/vehicles/honda-accord) or check your VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). ## What Honda Accord owners report - "On August 23, 2026, the electronic power steering and braking systems on a 2025 Honda Accord Hybrid completely failed and locked up simultaneously while traveling at highway speeds. This caused an immediate and severe safety risk, resulting in a near-collision on a busy freeway with three occupants inside the..." -- owner of a 2025 Honda Accord, complaint filed 2026 - "Restarted and was able restart but received the following warnings: 1.Brake system failure, 2.Park brake failure, 3.Collision failure 4.Electric power steering failure, 5.TPMS failure, 6.Low speed braking failure, 7.road departure failure 8.Adaptive cruise control failure, 9.Hill start failure. Restarted again was..." -- owner of a 2024 Honda Accord, complaint filed 2024 - "Battery lamp, vehicle stability assist reduced traction and handling, brake system problem brake performance may be reduced, electric power steering system problem steering assist reduced, etc." -- owner of a 2023 Honda Accord, complaint filed 2025 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the power steering warning light means The power steering light means the car has detected a fault in the steering assist system, and steering may feel much heavier, especially at low speed and when parking. On most newer cars with electric power steering, a low battery or charging voltage is a common cause. On older cars with hydraulic steering, low fluid or a slipping belt is more likely. You can still steer without assist, but it takes much more effort. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Low battery or charging voltage** (common) 2. **Electric power steering motor or module fault** (common) 3. **Low power steering fluid (hydraulic systems)** (common) 4. **Steering torque or angle sensor fault** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Power steering warning light](/warning-lights/power-steering). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Honda Accord power steering light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. A repair is usually at the owner's cost unless the car is under warranty. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, since new recalls are added often. ### Which Honda Accord years have the most power steering light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2018 and 2019 Accord model years have the most complaints mentioning the power steering warning light, with 52 for 2018. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Honda Accord with the power steering light on? Drive to a shop this week. If steering still feels normal, you can drive carefully to a shop. If steering becomes heavy, jerky or locks up, or the light is red, pull over and stop driving; have the car towed, because sudden loss of assist at speed or in a tight turn can cause a crash. ### How do I check if my Honda Accord has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Honda dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Honda Accord warning lights - [ABS warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/honda-accord): 72 complaints - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/honda-accord): 90 complaints - [Battery (charging system) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/battery/honda-accord): 13 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/honda-accord): 360 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/honda-accord): 422 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/honda-accord): 193 complaints - [Tire pressure (TPMS) light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/tire-pressure/honda-accord): 154 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/honda-accord): 67 complaints ## Power steering warning light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ram-1500): 1061 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-colorado): 810 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ford-explorer): 498 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-silverado): 389 complaints - [Honda Civic](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-civic): 387 complaints - [Honda CR-V](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-cr-v): 362 complaints - [Chrysler Pacifica](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chrysler-pacifica): 252 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/jeep-wrangler): 248 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/jeep-grand-cherokee): 231 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/gmc-sierra): 212 complaints ## Honda Accord - [Honda Accord specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/honda-accord) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-accord Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.