Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Manufacturer
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
What Happened
A part in your vehicle's trunk could be damaged when you open and close the trunk, which could stop your license plate lights, backup lights, and tail lights from working.
Risk if Unfixed
If this part gets damaged, it could cause your tail lights to stop working, making it harder for others to see your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
The dealership will inspect the part and either replace it or add a protective covering to prevent future damage, and this service is free for you.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS, THE WIRE HARNESS LOCATED IN THE TRUNK HINGE AREA IS NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECTED AND OVER TIME COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN THE TRUNK IS OPENED AND CLOSED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A DAMAGED HARNESS CAN CAUSE A BLOWN FUSE, A SHORT CIRCUIT AND IT CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS, BACK-UP LIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHT FUNCTION. LOSS OF A TAIL LIGHT COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HARNESS AND IF ANY DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE HARNESS WILL BE REPLACED. IF NO DAMAGE IS FOUND, DEALERS WILL INSTALL CORRUGATED PLASTIC TUBING OVER THE HARNESS TO PREVENT FUTURE DAMAGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
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