Power steering hose oil leaking
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
Power steering fluid leaking onto a hot catalytic converter will generate smoke and possibly lead to an under-hood fire.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 07V551000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 07V551000?
NHTSA recall 07V551000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on December 4, 2007. It addresses: Power steering hose oil leaking. The recall affects approximately 43,200 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 07V551000 or the manufacturer campaign number Q65. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.