Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturer
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
What Happened
Your 2009-2010 Honda Fit needs a recall on the engine's timing system, specifically the spring assemblies that control the VTEC system. These springs help the engine run smoothly, and if they fail, it can cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the springs fail, your vehicle might stall while you're driving, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
You can get this fixed for free by taking your vehicle to a Honda dealership. They'll inspect the engine and replace the springs if needed. They'll do this for you at no cost to you.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 HONDA FIT VEHICLES. THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE FOUR SPRING ASSEMBLIES ON THE ENGINE'S VARIABLE VALVE TIMING AND LIFT ELECTRONIC CONTROL (VTEC) SYSTEM TO FAIL.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A FAILURE OF THE SPRING ASSEMBLIES MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO STALL DURING OPERATION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE SPRING ASSEMBLIES IN THE ENGINE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
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