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2013 Honda CR-V Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2013 Honda CR-V, 4% of that year's 382 total complaints, with no related recalls filed. Owners reported sudden power steering loss and warning lights at a median 35,815 miles, with 2 injuries but no crashes or fires reported.

Steering complaints
15
4% of 382
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Median mileage
35,815 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

  • Steering suddenly locks up or becomes very hard to turn while driving at low or moderate speeds, sometimes forcing the car to be towed.
  • Power steering warning light illuminates, often paired with a temporary or intermittent loss of power assist that can recur after restarting the car.
  • Steering wheel becomes hot or a knocking noise comes from the steering column while driving at various speeds.
  • Electric power steering (EPS) malfunction light appears along with complete loss of power steering assist, requiring dealer service.
  • Steering wheel vibrates or shakes violently at highway speeds above 65 mph.

When 2013 Honda CR-V steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 3, 2013, latest Jul 8, 2026.

2013 Honda CR-V steering complaints: complaints filed per month2Jul 2013Jul 2015Sep 2016May 2018Jul 2019Oct 2021Dec 2025
15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2013 to Jul 2026; peak Sep 2016 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2013 Honda CR-V

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by CR-V model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201014 (3%)
  2. 201110 (2%)
  3. 201235 (9%)
  4. 201315 (4%)
  5. 201415 (3%)
  6. 201545 (7%)
  7. 201617 (4%)
  8. 201764 (4%)
  9. 2018325 (15%)
  10. 2019195 (18%)
  11. 202041 (12%)
  12. 2021111 (34%)
  13. 2022137 (53%)
  14. 2023325 (63%)
  15. 2024126 (32%)
  16. 202551 (21%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Honda CR-V?
NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2013 CR-V, which is 4% of the 382 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2013 Honda CR-V?
No. The data shows no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for the 2013 CR-V.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2013 CR-V?
The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2013 CR-V is 35,815 miles.
Are the steering problems dangerous?
NHTSA data shows 2 injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2013 CR-V, but no crashes or fires were reported.
Is steering a bigger issue on the 2013 CR-V compared to other years?
The 2013 CR-V's 4% share of steering complaints is lower than years like 2023 (63%) and 2022 (53%), which show far higher steering complaint shares.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.