NHTSA Recall 07V402000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V402000; Date: Sep. 5, 2007
Failure may result in a loss of brake lights and an increased risk that the vehicle could be struck in the rear. In addition, a failed brake light switch could prevent shifting the transmission from the park position (vehicles with an automatic transmission).
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Honda Civic; 2007 Honda Civic
Component: Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co. )
Affected Units:: 130,000
Recall Summary:
On certain sedan and hybrid (cng) vehicles, during assembly, the telescopic steering column mechanism may have been over-lubricated with silicone grease. Over time, some of this extra grease may drip on the brake light switch causing the switch to fail.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective cover overthe switch free of charge. The recall began on October 2, 2007. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Recall Notes:
Honda recall no. Q58. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 2, 2007
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