NHTSA Campaign Id 04V429000; Date: Sep. 3, 2004
A damaged harness can cause a blown fuse, a short circuit and it can result in a loss of license plate lights, back-up lights and tail light function. Loss of a tail light could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
2004 Acura TSX
Component: Exterior Lighting:tail Lights
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co. )
Affected Units:: 40,060
On certain passenger cars, the wire harness located in the trunk hinge area is not adequately protected and over time could be damaged when the trunk is opened and closed.
Dealers will inspect the harness and if any damage is found, the harness will be replaced. If no damage is found, dealers will install corrugated plastic tubing over the harness to prevent future damage. The recall began on September 15, 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Honda recall no. P45. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 15, 2004
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