NHTSA Recall 10V624000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V624000; Date: Dec. 15, 2010
The low beam headlights can become inoperative decreasing the driver's visibility as well as the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Honda FIT; 2008 Honda FIT
Component: Exterior Lighting:headlights:high/low Beam Dimmer Switch
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co. )
Affected Units:: 143,083
Recall Summary:
Honda is recalling model year 2007-2008 Honda fit vehicles. Due to an error during installation of the wiring harness for the combination switch that controls low head beam function, the wires for the lower beam circuit were pulled tighter than intended. After repeated use of the headlight switch, the electrical connector terminal for the low beam headlight circuit can become worn as a result of this tension, which can result in low conductivity and cause an accumulation of copper oxide in the area of the contacts.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the low beam terminal and perform necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on January 24, 2011. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Recall Notes:
Honda's safety recall no. R58. Owners 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: Jan 24, 2011
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