Large Recall NHTSA · 88V180000 Reported November 18, 1988

Visual systems:windshield wiper

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) · Visibility · 360,198 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
88V180000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
360,198
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 18, 1988

Defect Summary

Under high ambient temperatures front windshield wiper contact unit could loosen and become dislodged.

Safety Consequence

This could result in windshield wiper failure and wouldaffect driver visibility.

Corrective Action

Install a contact unit holder that would prevent loosening.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference recall ID 88V180000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 88V180000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 88V180000?

NHTSA recall 88V180000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on November 18, 1988. It addresses: Visual systems:windshield wiper. The recall affects approximately 360,198 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 88V180000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.