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Recall 04V-429

HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) recalled the 2004 Acura TSX: Exterior lighting (tail lights).

At a glance

Campaign number
04V-429
Reported
September 3, 2004
Vehicles affected
40,060 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

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.

The fix

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-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

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-[removed]).

Affected vehicles