2007-2011 Honda Element recall: trailer hitches
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on September 5, 2012. It covers about 5,216 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,216
- reported
- Sep 5, 2012
- owners notified
- Sep 20, 2012
Trailer hitches
- What is wrong
- 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."
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 12V436000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 12V436000
Is there a recall on the 2007-2011 Honda Element trailer hitches?
Yes. Recall 12V436000, reported on September 5, 2012, covers about 5,216 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V436000?
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.
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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