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NHTSA recall 10V504000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

October 22, 2010report date
471,820units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. If replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. If this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak…

Why it matters: A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and overtime a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder seal free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during December 2010.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2005 Acura Rl, 2006 Acura Rl, 2007 Acura Rl, 2005 Honda Odyssey, 2006 Honda Odyssey, 2007 Honda Odyssey.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 10V504000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.