NHTSA Recall # | 43661 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 79V102000 |
MFG Compaign # | |
Manufacturer | AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. |
Supplier | HONDA |
Brand | HONDA |
Model | CIVIC |
Model Year | 1976 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANI |
Date of notification | 30/11/79 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/08/74 |
End date of manufacturing | 01/08/77 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 20/04/79 |
Report created | 12/10/79 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 132573 |
Defect summary | The internal muffler pressure can create a split in the seam if the muffler is in a deteriorated condition. If this condition exists, the exhaust gas escaping from the split seam can cause excessive heating of a small area of the rear storage compartment. |
Consequence summary | |
Corrective action | Dealer will install a muffler cover to prevent excessive floor temperatures in case of muffler seam splitting. |
Recall notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: exhaust; muffler, resonator. Consequences of defect: the overheated compartment floor may damage carpet and,if combustible materials are placed in direct contact with the compartmentfloor, they may become ignited and cause a vehicle fire and serious personalinjury. |