Gowan Distributors Limited, the official Honda distributor in Ireland, has announced a voluntary recall of several Honda models due to a steering gearbox safety defect. The issue affects 311 vehicles in the Republic of Ireland, including Civic, ZR-V and CR-V models, produced between August 2021 and August 2024.
Affected Vehicles
The recall applies to 311 Honda vehicles manufactured during the following period:
- 01 August 2021 – 01 August 2024
Affected models include:
- Honda Civic 4D
- Honda Civic Type R
- Honda Civic E:HEV
- Honda ZR-V E:HEV
- Honda CR-V E:HEV
- Honda CR-V P:HEV
Details of the Fault
The fault concerns the steering gearbox, where insufficient grease may lead to dangerously fluctuating torque while steering. This issue arises during prolonged vehicle use and may compromise steering stability.
Risks
The main risk is loss of stable steering control, which can significantly increase the risk of an accident, especially during high-speed driving or sudden manoeuvres.
What Owners Should Do
Honda Ireland will contact affected vehicle owners directly with instructions to arrange an inspection and repair at authorised dealerships. Repairs will be carried out free of charge.
If you own one of the listed models produced between August 2021 and August 2024, you should:
- Wait for direct notification from Honda Ireland, or
- Contact your local Honda dealer to confirm whether your car is affected
How to Check if Your Car is Affected
Owners can verify recall status by:
- Visiting the Honda Ireland website
- Entering their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the recall checker
- Contacting Honda Ireland customer service or a local Honda dealer
Official Sources
- Issuing Authority: Gowan Distributors Limited (Honda Ireland)
- Publication Date: 12 February 2025
- Honda Ireland Official Website
- Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) – Vehicle Recall Notices
FAQs
Which Honda models are affected?
Honda Civic 4D, Civic Type R, Civic E:HEV, ZR-V E:HEV, CR-V E:HEV, and CR-V P:HEV manufactured between August 2021 and August 2024.
What is the risk?
Steering gearbox torque may fluctuate dangerously due to insufficient grease, increasing the risk of an accident.
Is the repair free?
Yes. All inspections and repairs under this recall will be performed free of charge by Honda Ireland.
Disclaimer
This article is based on official recall information published by Gowan Distributors Limited (Honda Ireland) and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC). All details, including production dates and number of vehicles affected, apply only to the Republic of Ireland.
