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NHTSA recall 10V640000

Suspension · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

December 16, 2010report date
10,823units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: The bolts that attach the lower left and right front damper bracket to the front suspension and the spindle nuts on the pilot may not have been properly tightened which may result in loss of steering. The spindle nuts for the axle on the accord v6 may not have been tightened properly which may result in excessive noise and/or loss of steering.

Why it matters: Loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealer will inspect and replace any loose front damper bracket bolts or spindle nuts on the pilot if necessary. Dealer will inspect and replace the spindle nuts on the accord v6 if necessary. The safety recall began December 23, 2010.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2010 Honda Accord, 2011 Honda Accord, 2011 Honda Pilot.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 10V640000.

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