Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
Manufacturer
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
What Happened
The wheel speed sensors on your minivan help the anti-lock brake system (ABS) work properly. In some cases, these sensors were installed incorrectly on the rear wheels, which can cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensor is faulty, you could lose some of your brake force while driving, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Honda dealer will inspect the rear wheel speed sensors, correct any issues, and replace any damaged parts free of charge. This recall started on November 12, 2004, and you should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 to schedule the repair.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) USES A SENSOR ON EACH WHEEL TO DETECT WHEEL SPEED. SOME SENSORS ON THE REAR WHEELS WERE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY, WHICH MEANS THE SENSOR MAY REPORT THE WRONG WHEEL SPEED TO THE ABS CONTROL UNIT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF BRAKE FORCE AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSORS. IF AN INCORRECT GAP IS DETECTED, THE SENSOR WILL BE REMOVED AND THE KNUCKLE CHECKED FOR CROSS THREADING DAMAGE. IF DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE KNUCKLE WILL BE REPLACED. IF NO DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE SENSOR WILL BE REINSTALLED CORRECTLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 12, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
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