Recall 07V-402
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) recalled the 2006 to 2007 Honda Civic: Exterior lighting (brake lights, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 07V-402
- Reported
- September 5, 2007
- Vehicles affected
- 130,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
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).
The 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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Honda recall no. Q58.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Honda Civic 2006 to 2007