How common are steering problems on the 2013 Honda Crosstour?

NHTSA lists 21 steering complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 43% of the 49 total complaints filed for that year, the largest share among all Crosstour model years.

Is there a recall for steering issues on the 2013 Honda Crosstour?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this steering complaint pattern on the 2013 Crosstour.

At what mileage do steering failures typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 71,750 miles.

Did the steering failures cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to these steering complaints.

What does the steering failure feel like based on owner reports?

Owners describe an EPS warning light coming on with loss of power assist, sometimes with the wheel locking up completely at low speed or stiffening suddenly at highway speed.

2013 Honda Crosstour Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 21 steering complaints for the 2013 Honda Crosstour, 43% of all 49 complaints filed for the year, the highest share of any Crosstour model year. Median mileage at failure was 71,750, and no related recall is on file.

Steering complaints: 21; 43% of 49
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 71,750 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Power steering assist cuts out entirely with an EPS warning light illuminated, leaving the vehicle hard to steer at low speed.
Steering wheel locks up completely while stopped or turning, sometimes trapping the car in a parking spot or intersection.
Steering suddenly stiffens or fails at highway speed, forcing drivers to fight the wheel to reach a shoulder or lot.
Intermittent EPS failures recur over days or weeks, with steering feeling heavier before assist returns temporarily.
Dealers in several cases could not identify the cause or told owners repairs were not covered under warranty.

When 2013 Honda Crosstour steering complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 2, 2014, latest Dec 6, 2025.

21 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2014 to Dec 2025; peak Jun 2019 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2013 Honda Crosstour

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Crosstour model year

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

20101 (5%)
20110 (0%)
20123 (9%)
201321 (43%)
20143 (10%)
20151 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering problems on the 2013 Honda Crosstour?: NHTSA lists 21 steering complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 43% of the 49 total complaints filed for that year, the largest share among all Crosstour model years.
Is there a recall for steering issues on the 2013 Honda Crosstour?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this steering complaint pattern on the 2013 Crosstour.
At what mileage do steering failures typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 71,750 miles.
Did the steering failures cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to these steering complaints.
What does the steering failure feel like based on owner reports?: Owners describe an EPS warning light coming on with loss of power assist, sometimes with the wheel locking up completely at low speed or stiffening suddenly at highway speed.