NHTSA Recall 96V106000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V106000; Date: Jun. 18, 1996
This condition can cause a loss of the brake's power assist resulting in a reduction in braking performance increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Honda Civic
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: American Honda Motor Co.
Affected Units:: 160,689
Recall Summary:
A soapy lubricant was used to insert the check valve into the vacuum hose which causes the brake booster check valve to stick.
How to Fix:
Dealers will clean the check valve by washing the vacuum hose with hot water.
Recall Notes:
System: brakes; hydraulic; power assist; check valve. Vehicle description: sedans, hatchbacks and coupe model passenger vehicles. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin June 21, 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 24, 1996
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