Honda Motor CO Cr-v: Fire May Occur
Honda CR-V Recall Summary Honda is recalling approximately 77,301 CR-V vehicles because moisture can enter the driver's window and damage the power window switch, which may then overheat, melt, smoke, or cause a vehicle fire. The affected vehicles are distributed in the United Kingdom. Honda will inspect the switch on each recalled vehicle and either install a waterproof cover or replace the switch and install a waterproof cover, depending on whether damage is found.
- Recalling firm
- HONDA MOTOR CO
- Product
- Vehicles: HONDA MOTOR CO CR-V. Units affected: 77,301
- Reason
- It is possible moisture or other fluids may enter the drivers window and contaminate the main power window switch. If this occurs and the switch is damaged it could overheat and cause it to melt and/or smoke. If this situation is not identified it could result in a vehicle fire. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and check the switch. If the switch is not damaged a waterproof cover will be fitted. If the switch is damaged it will be replaced and a waterproof cover will be fitted.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2012-11-20
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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