Recall 10V-504
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) recalled the 2005 to 2007 Acura RL and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, master cylinder).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 10V-504
- Reported
- October 22, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 471,820 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 odyssey and acura rl vehicles. Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. If replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. If this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.
The risk
A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and overtime a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder seal free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during december 2010. Owners may contact honda at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Safety recall no. R51 honda r52 acura.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Acura RL 2005 to 2007
- Honda Odyssey 2005 to 2007