Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) | NHTSA Recall #08V349000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V349000 by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.). Includes 241 affected units, IMPROPER WELDED SUSPENSION, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Honda is recalling 241 my 2008 element vehicles. the front bushing bracket of the left trailing arm of the rear suspension may have been improperly welded and could separate from the trailing arm.

Corrective Action

Owners will be contacted by phone and advised to stop driving their vehicles until they have taken their vehicle to a dealer for inspection. dealers will inspect the left rear trailing arm and, if necessary, replace it free of charge. the recall began on july 25, 2008. owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V349000

Manufacturer: Honda (american Honda Motor Co.)

Report Received Date: 2008-07-29T00:00:00

Subject: Improper welded suspension

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 241

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 08-053

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Honda is recalling 241 my 2008 element vehicles. the front bushing bracket of the left trailing arm of the rear suspension may have been improperly welded and could separate from the trailing arm.

Consequence Summary: A separated bushing bracket could cause the suspension to release the lower portion of the wheel hub, causing a loss of control and damage to the brake system which could lead to a crash.

Corrective Action: Owners will be contacted by phone and advised to stop driving their vehicles until they have taken their vehicle to a dealer for inspection. dealers will inspect the left rear trailing arm and, if necessary, replace it free of charge. the recall began on july 25, 2008. owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08V349000

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