Honda and Ineos are recalling five vehicles in South Africa due to defects affecting the electric power steering and door mechanisms. Honda advises customers to replace faulty parts, while Ineos addresses concerns related to door closure. Affected cars include models exported to various African nations.
Honda Motor Company Southern Africa and Ineos Automotive South Africa have initiated a recall for five vehicles due to identified defects. Specifically, Honda is recalling three models from 2022 to 2025: the Civic four-door sedan, the Civic five-door Type R hatchback, and the five-door CR-V SUV. The defect relates to the electric power steering system, particularly the worm wheel, which poses risks of abnormal noise and decreased steering control during turns.
This recall is part of a larger global issue affecting approximately 1.7 million vehicles worldwide. Honda has recommended that consumers take the affected models to suppliers for necessary inspections and part replacements. Meanwhile, Ineos has confirmed the recall of the Grenadier SUV and the Quartermaster bakkie, indicating potential malfunction with door buttons that may impede proper closure and latching of car doors.
The affected vehicles are available through the SMH Group in Johannesburg and SMG Ineos Grenadier locations in KwaZulu-Natal and Cape Town, with exports to countries including Namibia, Botswana, Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania, Nigeria, and Senegal. Customers with affected vehicles are advised to visit their nearest dealerships or authorized repairers to schedule inspections and initiate the replacement of faulty components.
In summary, Honda and Ineos are proactively addressing safety concerns by recalling vehicles with reported defects. Honda’s recall pertains to issues with the electric power steering in specific models, while Ineos addresses problems related to door mechanisms. Customers are encouraged to seek prompt inspections at authorized dealerships to ensure vehicle safety and functionality.
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