2004-2008 Acura TSX recall: hose, piping, and connections
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on April 29, 2010. It covers about 167,255 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 167,255
- reported
- Apr 29, 2010
- owners notified
- May 28, 2010
- related complaints
- 77
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- Honda is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2008 acura tsx passenger vehicles manufactured between september 25, 2002 and february 13, 2008. Prolonged high under hood temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely and may cause the hose to crack and leak power steering oil.
- Risk
- Oil leaking onto a hot exhaust pipe will generate smoke and a burning smell, and could potentially result in an under hood fire.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began may 28, 2010. Owners may contact acura client services at 1‑800‑382‑2238.
Recall number 10V174000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 77 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 10V174000
Is there a recall on the 2004-2008 Acura TSX hose, piping, and connections?
Yes. Recall 10V174000, reported on April 29, 2010, covers about 167,255 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 10V174000?
Honda will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began may 28, 2010. Owners may contact acura client services at 1‑800‑382‑2238.
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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