Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Manufacturer
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
What Happened
The cable that connects the inside door handle to the door latch mechanism in your car might get loose and move out of place if you use the manual or power lock while opening or closing a door.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your door might not close properly and could open while you're driving or in a crash, putting you and your passengers at risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your Honda dealer will replace the door latch and handle assembly to prevent this issue, and it won't cost you a thing – it's free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Honda CR-V and model year 2013 Acura ILX vehicles. If the manual or power door lock is activated while an interior front door handle is being operated by an occupant, the cable connecting the interior door handle to the door latch mechanism may become loose and move out of position. There is a possibility that the cable can move far enough out of position to prevent the door from properly latching.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the door is not fully latched, the door may open while driving or in a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury to the vehicle occupants.
Original — Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front door latch assemblies in the affected vehicles, free of charge. Additionally, the interior front door handles in certain Honda CR-Vs will also be replaced, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, August 16, 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
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