diff --git a/selfdrive/controls/lib/desire_helper.py b/selfdrive/controls/lib/desire_helper.py
index 4790b8f0eb..4652b41c1c 100644
--- a/selfdrive/controls/lib/desire_helper.py
+++ b/selfdrive/controls/lib/desire_helper.py
@@ -69,6 +69,7 @@ class DesireHelper:
 
         if not one_blinker or below_lane_change_speed:
           self.lane_change_state = LaneChangeState.off
+          self.lane_change_direction = LaneChangeDirection.none
         elif torque_applied and not blindspot_detected:
           self.lane_change_state = LaneChangeState.laneChangeStarting