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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V169📅 Apr 14, 2008

2003 Honda Accord recall: windows, wipers & mirrors

⚠️ What's wrong

Honda is recalling 351,000 my 2003 Accord vehicles. If water enters the windshield wiper motor breather port, which is designed to allow the motor to vent warm air during normal operation, it CAN result in corrosion inside the motor housing. This CAN cause a failure of the electrical circuit breaker inside the motor housing.

💥 The risk

If the circuit breaker fails, it will cause the windshield wiper motor to become inoperative, which CAN increase the likelihood of a crash in certain conditions.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect the windshield wiper motor for signs of corrosion. If no signs of corrosion are present, a cover will be installed over the wiper motor to prevent water from entering the wiper motor housing. If signs of corrosion damage are observed on the wiper motor, the motor will be replaced. The recall began on july 17, 2008. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
08V169000
Manufacturer recall #
Q78
Manufacturer
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
Vehicles affected
351,000
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Owner phone
1-800-999-1009
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jul 17, 2008
Built
Apr 17, 2002 – Sep 23, 2003
Recall started by
ODI
Notes
Honda recall no. Q78.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 08V169 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 08V169?

2003 Honda Accord. 351,000 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Honda dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-999-1009.