Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) | NHTSA Recall #07V399000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V399000 by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.). Includes 260,000 affected units, REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
On certain vehicles, the wheel speed sensor housing uses an o-ring seal to prevent leakage to or from the wheel bearing. if assembled improperly, the o-ring may not seal properly allowing water to enter the wheel bearing and eventually cause damage to the bearing, especially in areas where use of road salt is prevalent. if the driver continues to drive with this condition it is possible for the wheel bearing to become loose, which could cause the bearing to fail.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the rear abs sensors and wheel bearings for damaged parts and replace them free of charge. the recall began on september 25, 2007. owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.