2013 Honda Civic: Power steering warning light on
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2013 Civic report: power steering warning light on. CarComplaints.com lists 3 owner complaints, average mileage 86,600 miles.
NHTSA has 39 owner complaints for the 2013 Civic in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11760642 (filed 08/29/2026): “My honda civic is experiencing multiple serious system warnings, including check vsa system, check power steering system, check brake system, and check abs system. this appears to be a recurring issue reported by honda civic owners in different places, and i b…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11632953 (filed 12/29/2024): “Wheel bearing…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace eps module (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Electric power steering faults typically need module diagnosis with a scan tool and calibration. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $3,000 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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