Recall 12V-436
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalled the 2007 to 2011 Honda Element: Trailer hitches; Electrical system (wiring).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-436
- Reported
- September 5, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 5,216 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Honda is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 Element passenger vehicles equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness. The wire that supplies power to the trailer turn signal lights was inadvertently switched with the stop lamp wire. As a result the turn signals only illuminate when the brake lamps are illuminated. This does not comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Without trailer turn signal illumination, the driver's intent is not communicated, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on September 20, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Honda's recall campaign number is S53.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Honda Element 2007 to 2011