Recall 17V706 affects 5,404 2017 Honda Civic vehicles for an improperly heat-treated right halfshaft. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 5,404 2017 Civic sedans and coupes because the right halfshaft was improperly heat treated, reducing its strength. If the halfshaft breaks, the engine cannot move the vehicle and the vehicle can roll away when the parking brake is not engaged; Honda dealers will replace the right halfshaft free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The right halfshaft on the 2017 Honda Civic is part of the driveshaft assembly that carries engine power from the transmission to the right front wheel. As the suspension moves and the wheels turn, the halfshaft has to rotate smoothly while handling the twist and load from normal acceleration.
On affected Civics, the right halfshaft was not heat treated correctly at the supplier. Heat treatment is the process that gives the metal its designed strength. Because that process was done with defective cooling equipment, the shaft can have reduced structural integrity. Under driving load, the weakened shaft can break, which stops power from reaching the wheel and causes a loss of motive power.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver should not expect a noise, vibration, warning light, or gradual change in drivability before the right halfshaft breaks.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Honda Civic | driveline |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5,404 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific car.
What's the safety risk?
There is no warning sign before the halfshaft breaks. A broken halfshaft can stop engine power from moving the Civic and can let it roll away if the parking brake is not engaged. That increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, use the parking brake every time you park and schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Honda Civic is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free right-halfshaft serial-number inspection, replacement if needed, and front-wheel alignment that addresses the improperly heat-treated halfshaft.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V706 when you call.
- Use the parking brake every time you park until the inspection or repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician checks the right halfshaft serial number. If the serial number is included, the technician replaces the halfshaft and aligns the front wheels. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Honda has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall. Bring repair invoices, receipts, and any prior service paperwork to the dealer or contact Honda customer service to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 3, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| November 9, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
| December 8, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 15, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 15, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V706?
Recall 17V706 covers 5,404 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles with a right halfshaft that was improperly heat treated, reducing its strength. If the halfshaft breaks, the engine cannot move the vehicle and the vehicle can roll away unless the parking brake is engaged. Honda dealers inspect and replace the halfshaft for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Honda Civic is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Civic is included in recall 17V706. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the halfshaft serial-number inspection. Honda replaces the halfshaft and aligns the front wheels for free when the inspection shows the repair is needed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Honda's remedy for recall 17V706 says dealers will inspect the right halfshaft, replace it when needed, and align the front wheels free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a right halfshaft break that stops engine power from moving the Civic. The same failure can also allow the vehicle to roll away if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing crash risk under recall 17V706.
What if I bought my Honda Civic used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2017 Honda Civic is included, then give recall 17V706 to the Honda dealer when you schedule service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V706000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V706 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V706000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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