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2004 HONDA Accord EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recalls

8 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 is the part that helps you see the road at night. However, some aftermarket headlight assemblies sold for your vehicle don't have the required reflective stickers, which are crucial for visibility.
Risk if Unfixed
If your headlight assembly lacks these reflective stickers, it could make it harder for other drivers to see your vehicle at night, increasing the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your owner will be notified by Dope, Inc. and offered a full refund for the non-compliant headlight assembly. You should contact Dope, Inc. 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 assembly on your vehicle is like the "eyes" of your car - it helps other drivers see you on the road. In some aftermarket lamps sold for your vehicle, the amber side reflectors are missing, which can make you less visible to others at night.
Risk if Unfixed
If these lamps are installed on your vehicle, you may be less visible to other drivers, especially at night. This could lead to a crash, especially in low-light conditions.
Free Fix
You'll get a full refund for the non-compliant lamps from Sabersport, and you should contact them at 1-909-598-7589 to arrange 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 #07E031000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
MAXZONE AUTO PARTS CORPORATION
What Happened
The headlight assembly on your vehicle has a beam intensity problem. The turn signal lights might not shine brightly enough due to a slight distortion in the bezel during production.
Risk if Unfixed
If the turn signal lights are dim, other drivers might not see your turn signal, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Maxzone will notify you and offer reimbursement for the non-compliant headlight assembly. You should contact Maxzone at 909-822-3288 to learn more and arrange for the reimbursement.
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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
The headlight assemblies on your vehicle are designed to shine light forward to help you see the road and help others see your vehicle. The aftermarket headlight assemblies sold for your 2003-2006 Honda Accord were incorrectly installed, affecting their ability to shine properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If your headlights aren't shining correctly, it could be harder for you to see the road at night, and other drivers might not see your vehicle. This could lead to a vehicle crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will tell you about the recall and offer to buy back the non-compliant headlight assemblies. You should contact them to arrange for the repurchase, which is free to you.
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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 may have a replacement lamp that's missing an important safety feature: amber side reflectors. These reflectors are like little mirrors that help other drivers see your car's position at night.
Risk if Unfixed
Without these reflectors, your vehicle will be harder to spot in low-light conditions, which could lead to a crash if another driver doesn't see you coming.
Free Fix
Your dealer will swap out the faulty lamp for a new one with the correct reflectors, and it's free. You'll get a notice in July 2006, but you should contact TradeSonic at 626-934-8884 as soon as you can to schedule the repair.
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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
Your headlight assembly is the part that helps other drivers see you on the road. If you have a specific replacement headlight, it might be missing a crucial feature called an amber reflector.
Risk if Unfixed
Without the amber reflector, your vehicle could be hard to see at night, which increases the risk of a crash without warning.
Free Fix
Your headlights will be replaced by the manufacturer, Alfaotto, with new ones that have the necessary reflectors. This service is free, and you should contact Alfaotto at 626-656-2992 or visit their website to schedule the repair.
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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 headlight and corner light assemblies need amber side reflectors to meet safety standards. These reflectors help make your vehicle visible to other drivers, especially at night or in low-light conditions.
Risk if Unfixed
If your headlights and corner lights are missing amber reflectors, they won't shine brightly enough, making your vehicle hard to spot. This could cause an accident without warning.
Free Fix
Tom Motorsport will reach out to you with a reimbursement offer for the non-compliant lights. You should contact them at 626-968-4007 to arrange for reimbursement.
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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 #06E023000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
ANZO USA, INC.
What Happened
Your headlight assembly, which is made by ANZO, is missing a crucial part called an amber reflector. This part helps make your vehicle more visible to other drivers, especially at night or in low-light conditions.
Risk if Unfixed
Without this reflector, your vehicle won't be as well-lit, which could increase the risk of a crash, especially when driving in the dark or in areas with poor lighting.
Free Fix
ANZO will replace your headlight assembly with one that has the required amber reflector, and they'll do it for free. You'll receive a notification with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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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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