2017 Honda Civic recall: driveshaft
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on November 9, 2017. It covers about 5,404 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,404
- reported
- Nov 9, 2017
- owners notified
- Dec 8, 2017
- related complaints
- 29
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles. The right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength.
- Risk
- The improper heat treatment can result in the halfshaft breaking, preventing the engine from moving the vehicle, and can allow a possible roll away situation if the parking brake is not engaged. This can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the halfshaft's serial number, replacing it as necessary and aligning the front wheels, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's number for this recall is K0E.
Recall number 17V706000
Affected vehicles
- Honda Civic 2017 2017
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 29 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 17V706000
Is there a recall on the 2017 Honda Civic driveshaft?
Yes. Recall 17V706000, reported on November 9, 2017, covers about 5,404 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V706000?
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the halfshaft's serial number, replacing it as necessary and aligning the front wheels, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's number for this recall is K0E.
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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