FYI.
from here:
http://www.recalls.gov.au/view_recal..._ID_Auto=14420
Honda Civic Hybrid & Civic Sports
Date: 10/10/2006
Supplier Name: Honda Australia Pty Ltd
Product Make: Honda
Product Model: Civic Hybrid & Civic Sports
Target Number: 478
Model Years From: 2006
Campaign Number: TE094L06
VIN Range: Civic Hybrid from JHMFD36206S200005 to JHMFD36206S200766. Civic Sports from MRHFD26506P040001 to MRHFD26506P040455.
Defect Details: The Electronic Control Unit which controls the power steering operation of the vehicle, may receive unstable voltage output, from the motor angle detecting circuit within the ECU. If this situation occurs the fail safe function of the power steering system may not operate. As a result, the EPS warning lamp will illuminate, the power assist function of the vehicle will not operate and the steering system may require increased force for steering wheel operation.
Consumer action: Honda will contact owners of affected vehicles by mail.
Market Coverage: National
Recall Coverage: National
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