Recall 12V436000 — TRAILER HITCHES Defect in 2007-2011 HONDA ELEMENT
RECALL This recall affects up to 5,216 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 12V436000 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Vehicles Affected | 5,216 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Honda is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 Element passenger vehicles equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness. The wire that supplies power to the trailer turn signal lights was inadvertently switched with the stop lamp wire. As a result the turn signals only illuminate when the brake lamps are illuminated. This does not comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety Consequence
Without trailer turn signal illumination, the driver's intent is not communicated, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on September 20, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
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