Recall 96V-106
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. recalled the 1996 Honda Civic: Service brakes, hydraulic (power assist, vacuum, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-106
- Reported
- June 18, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 160,689 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
A soapy lubricant was used to insert the check valve into the vacuum hose which causes the brake booster check valve to stick.
The risk
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.
The fix
Dealers will clean the check valve by washing the vacuum hose with hot water.
Notes from the manufacturer
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-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Honda Civic 1996