2005-2008 Acura RL recall: hose, piping, and connections
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on December 4, 2007. It covers about 43,200 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 43,200
- reported
- Dec 4, 2007
- owners notified
- Dec 12, 2007
- related complaints
- 3
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, prolonged high under-hood temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely causing the hose to crack and leak power steering fluid.
- Risk
- Power steering fluid leaking onto a hot catalytic converter will generate smoke and possibly lead to an under-hood fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose free of charge. The recall began on december 12, 2007. Owners may contact honda at 800‑382‑2238.
Recall number 07V551000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 07V551000
Is there a recall on the 2005-2008 Acura RL hose, piping, and connections?
Yes. Recall 07V551000, reported on December 4, 2007, covers about 43,200 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 07V551000?
Dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose free of charge. The recall began on december 12, 2007. Owners may contact honda at 800‑382‑2238.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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