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2003 HONDA Accord EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recalls

10 recalls Highest severity: Moderate

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING Safety Recalls

Moderate #09E025000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
DOPE, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's headlight assembly has a critical component called the amber side reflector, which helps other drivers see your vehicle's position and direction. Unfortunately, the aftermarket headlight you installed has this reflector missing.
Risk if Unfixed
Without the amber side reflector, your vehicle's visibility in low-light conditions can be reduced, increasing the risk of a collision with another driver who can't see you.
Free Fix
Dope, Inc. will give you a full refund for the non-compliant headlight assembly, and you should contact them at 1-626-272-1798 to arrange the refund.
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Original — What Happened
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
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Moderate #09E012000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
SABERSPORT
What Happened
The corner and bumper lamp assemblies in your vehicle are the lights on the front and back corners that help you see and be seen on the road. Some aftermarket versions of these lights don't meet safety standards because they're missing a reflective piece that helps other drivers see your vehicle's turn signals.
Risk if Unfixed
If these lights are missing the reflective piece, it could be harder for other drivers to see when you're turning or signaling, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Sabersport will give you a full refund for the non-compliant lamps, and you should contact them at 1-909-598-7589 to arrange for the refund.
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Original — What Happened
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
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Moderate #08E050000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
K2 MOTOR CORPORATION
What Happened
The amber side reflex reflectors on your vehicle's headlights are missing, which can affect how visible your vehicle is to other drivers.
Risk if Unfixed
Without these reflectors, your vehicle could be harder to see at night or in low-light conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
K2 Motor will give you a full refund for the aftermarket headlamps, and you should contact them at 1-909-839-2992 to arrange the refund.
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Original — What Happened
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
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Moderate #07E031000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
MAXZONE AUTO PARTS CORPORATION
What Happened
Your headlight assembly may not be shining brightly enough when using the turn signal, which can reduce visibility while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If this isn't fixed, you could be more likely to be involved in an accident due to decreased lighting visibility.
Free Fix
Maxzone will notify you and offer a free replacement for your non-compliant headlight assembly, and you can contact them at 909-822-3288 to set up the repair.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN MAXZONE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES, DEPO BRAND, P/NOS. 317-1131L-AS, 317-1131R-AS, 317-1131L-US, AND 317-1131R-US, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING PRODUCTION A SLIGHT DISTORTION OF THE BEZEL CHANGED THE LUMINOUS INTENSITY OF THE TURN SIGNAL. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
MAXZONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR ANY NONCOMPLIANT HEADLIGHTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 17, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAXZONE AT 909-822-3288.
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Moderate #07E004000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
GENERA CORPORATION
What Happened
Your vehicle may be equipped with aftermarket headlight assemblies from TYC that don't shine light properly, which is a safety issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lights are misaligned, it could lead to a vehicle crash because you won't be able to see as clearly while driving.
Free Fix
The supplier, Genera, will contact you and offer to replace the non-compliant headlight assemblies for free. You can also contact them directly at 714-522-6688.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN TYC HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES P/NS 20-6361-00 AND 20-6362-00 SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR 2003-2006 HONDA ACCORD PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE PHOTMETRIC WERE MISALIGNED WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
MISALIGNMENT OF THE LIGHTS DEMINISHES FRONTAL ILLUMINATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
GENERA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 26, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT GENERA AT 714-522-6688.
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Moderate #06E064000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
TRADESONIC
What Happened
Your vehicle's exterior lighting system has a combination lamp that helps other drivers see you at night. This lamp was sold as a replacement part, but it's missing a crucial amber side reflector.
Risk if Unfixed
Without the amber side reflector, other drivers may have trouble seeing you, especially at night or in low-light conditions. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty lamp with a new one that includes the amber side reflector, free of charge. You'll receive a notification letter, and the repair should be done by your dealer during July 2006.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
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Moderate #06E038000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
ALFAOTTO AUTO ACCESSORIES
What Happened
The amber reflectors on your headlamps are like tiny mirrors that help other drivers see your vehicle from the side. Some replacement lamps sold for your car are missing these reflectors and don't meet safety standards.
Risk if Unfixed
Without these reflectors, your vehicle will be harder to see from the side, which could lead to a crash without warning. This is a serious safety risk, especially at night or in low-visibility conditions.
Free Fix
Your headlamp replacement will be replaced at no cost to you. Your dealer will swap out the old lamp for a new one with the necessary reflectors, and you should contact them to schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN ALFAOTTO COMBINATION HEADLAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — Remedy
ALFAOTTO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ALFAOTTO AT 626-656-2992 OR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE AT WWW.ALFAOTTO.COM.
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Moderate #06E032000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
TOM MOTORSPORT, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's headlights and corner lights need amber reflectors to meet safety standards. These reflectors help make your vehicle visible to other drivers at night.
Risk if Unfixed
Without amber reflectors, your vehicle will be harder to see, especially at night or in low-light conditions, which could lead to a crash without warning.
Free Fix
Your manufacturer will notify you and offer a reimbursement for the replacement of the non-compliant lights. You should contact Tom Motorsport at 626-968-4007 to learn more about the process.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN EAGLE EYES AND SONAR HEADLIGHTS AND CORNER LIGHTS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE ON 1988-2005 HONDA CIVIC, 1990-2005 HONDA ACCORD, AND 1990-2001 ACURA INTEGRA PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. HEADLIGHTS AND CORNER LIGHTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — Remedy
TOM MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF NONCOMPLIANT LIGHTS. THE RECALL BEGAN APRIL 17, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOM MOTORSPORT AT 626-968-4007.
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Moderate #06E025000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
POLI-AUTO, INC.
What Happened
The headlight assembly in your vehicle's headlights helps you see the road and be seen by others. In some replacement headlight assemblies, the amber reflector that helps with this visibility is missing or not up to standard.
Risk if Unfixed
Without this reflector, your vehicle's headlights won't light up the road as well as they should, making it harder for you to see and be seen. This could increase the chance of a crash, especially at night or in low-light conditions.
Free Fix
Your headlight assembly will be repurchased by Poli-Auto at the original purchase price. You'll be contacted by Poli-Auto in April 2006 with instructions on how to proceed. You should follow their guidance to resolve this issue.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN POLI-AUTO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS. 11-728, 11-728D, 11-710, 11-419, 11-713, 11-703, 11-704, 11-708P, 11-735, 11-725, 11-726, 11-716 (P&C), 11-721-1, 11-733, 11-729, 11-730, AND 11-732, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — Remedy
POLI-AUTO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE HEADLAMPS AT ITS ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT POLI-AUTO AT 305-477-1356.
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Moderate #06E023000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
ANZO USA, INC.
What Happened
The amber reflectors on your vehicle's headlight assemblies reflect yellow light to other drivers, making it easier for them to see your vehicle. Unfortunately, some replacement headlight assemblies Anzo sold don't have these reflectors.
Risk if Unfixed
Without the amber reflectors, your vehicle could be harder to see at night or in low-light conditions, which could lead to a collision.
Free Fix
Anzo will replace the headlight assemblies with new ones that include the necessary amber reflectors – at no cost to you. You should contact Anzo at 909-468-3688 to schedule the replacement.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.
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Other HONDA Accord 2003 Recalls

AIR BAGS
9 recalls
STEERING
1 recall
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 recall

Other HONDA Accord Years

2024
3 recalls
2023
5 recalls
2022
4 recalls
2021
4 recalls
2020
5 recalls
2019
6 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
4 recalls
2015
5 recalls
2014
4 recalls
2013
5 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2011
9 recalls
2010
13 recalls
2009
11 recalls
2008
9 recalls
2007
10 recalls
2006
17 recalls
2005
24 recalls
2004
22 recalls
2002
16 recalls
2001
19 recalls
2000
21 recalls

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