NHTSA Recall 08V169000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V169000; Date: Apr. 11, 2008
If the circuit breaker fails, it will cause the windshield wiper motor to become inoperative, which can increase the likelihood of a crash in certain conditions.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 Honda Accord
Component: Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co. )
Affected Units:: 351,000
Recall Summary:
Honda is recalling 351,000 my 2003 accord vehicles. If water enters the windshield wiper motor breather port, which is designed to allow the motor to vent warm air during normal operation, it can result in corrosion inside the motor housing. This can cause a failure of the electrical circuit breaker inside the motor housing.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the windshield wiper motor for signs of corrosion. If no signs of corrosion are present, a cover will be installed over the wiper motor to prevent water from entering the wiper motor housing. If signs of corrosion damage are observed on the wiper motor, the motor will be replaced. The recall began on July 17, 2008. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Recall Notes:
Honda recall no. Q78. Customers may 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: Jul 17, 2008
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