Honda issues recall of 46,000 Civics over fears the wheels could fall off
Honda is recalling over 46,000 examples of its popular Civic model due to a significant mechanical issue that could result in wheels falling off.
The Japanese firm is specifically targeting 46,152 vehicles from the 2017-2021 range, all of which were fitted with optional alloy wheels. According to Honda, the defect will only affect ‘certain vehicles’ within this group.
In a statement, Honda said that “Customer notification letters are scheduled to be issued in early 2026. These letters will include a QR code enabling customers to submit images of their wheel sets so Honda can determine whether their vehicle is affected”.
Details on the recall – which affects many cars across Europe – were published by the European Commission.
The report added that the issue came from wheels not being fitted tightly enough and this, in a ‘worst case scenario’ could result in the wheel falling off.
However, Honda UK added in its statement that “In the meantime, customers may continue to drive their vehicles in their current condition.”
The full statement from Honda UK is as follows: “Honda has confirmed a safety recall relating to accessory (optional) wheels fitted to certain vehicles. The affected vehicles were sold in the United Kingdom, and UK customers are included within this recall action. This recall applies to 2017–2021 model year Honda Civic 5 Door. In total, 46,152 units in the UK could be impacted.
“Customer notification letters are scheduled to be issued in early 2026. These letters will include a QR code enabling customers to submit images of their wheel sets so Honda can determine whether their vehicle is affected.
“In the meantime, customers may continue to drive their vehicles in their current condition.”
Honda reported a similar issue in November.
Then, 400,000 models were recalled across the United States.
“Due to a manufacturing process error by a supplier, the steel lug seat inserts in aluminum accessory wheels may not have been installed (pressed) into the nut seating surface,” Honda said in a press release.
