NHTSA recall 20V770000
Power Train · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Details
What's wrong: The drive shafts' protective coating may not have been applied properly during manufacturing, making it more susceptible to damage from road salt, or other contaminants, and potentially cause it to break.
Why it matters: A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing either the left or right drive shaft, if necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk with an interim letter mailed February 2, 2021. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2007 Honda Fit
- 2008 Honda Fit
- 2009 Honda Fit
- 2010 Honda Fit
- 2011 Honda Fit
- 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid
- 2012 Honda Fit
- 2013 Acura Ilx
- 2013 Acura Ilx Hybrid
- 2013 Honda Fit
- 2014 Acura Ilx
- 2015 Acura Ilx
All model years NHTSA lists
2013 Acura Ilx, 2014 Acura Ilx, 2015 Acura Ilx, 2013 Acura Ilx Hybrid, 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid, 2007 Honda Fit, 2008 Honda Fit, 2009 Honda Fit, 2010 Honda Fit, 2011 Honda Fit, 2012 Honda Fit, 2013 Honda Fit.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 20V770000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.