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Checking HONDA Recall Notices When Buying a Used HONDA Car

Purchasing a used HONDA car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by HONDA to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used HONDA car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have HONDA recalls for the models below.

Accord

Accord Tourer

Acura

Acura MDX

City

Civic

Civic and Civic Tourer

Civic and Jazz.

Civic and Odyssey

Civic and Stream

Civic Hybrid

Civic TYPE R

Civic, CR

CR-V

CR-V & Jazz

CR-V and RIDGELINE

Crosstar (GR6)

CRV

CRV Hybrid

Element

Elysion

Fit

FR-V

HR-V

HRV

Insight

Integra

Jazz

Jazz (GR3)

Jazz & Stream

Jazz and Civic

Jazz and Insight

Jazz and Stream

Jazz Hybrid

Legend

Logo

MDX

NSX.

Odyssey

Passport

Pilot

Ridgeline

S2000/FR

Shuttle

Step Wagon

Stream

TSX

V and HR

Various models

26/12/2014 - Honda
CB650F

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Over time, the turning of the handlebars may cause the disconnection or damage of wires which may result in failure of the headlights, the indicators, the speedometer and the horn. In the worst case, the engine may stall while riding.

Model Numbers:

Year model: 2014.

Production Dates:

Production period: 29 January 2014 to 30 July 2014

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

12/12/2014 - Honda
Civic and Jazz.

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The driver’s front airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys causing the inflator to rupture. If this happens, metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment causing injury to the driver.

Model Numbers:

Model/Type: : Civic / EU7, EU8, EU9, EV1, Model/Type: Jazz / GD1, GD5

Production Dates:

Model: 2003 - 2004

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

21/11/2014 - Honda
NSS300 FORZA, MSX125 and SH Mode

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The resin bracket inside the fuel pump can become deformed, reducing the clearance with the impeller and causing the fuel pump to fail. If the fuel pump should fail, it could cause the engine to not start or stall while riding without being able to restart the engine.

Model Numbers:

Unknown

Production Dates:

Model years: 2013 (NSS300 FORZA), 2013-2014 (MSX125) and 2013 (SH Mode).Production periods (Thailand): 26 June 2013 - 9 October 2014 (NSS300 FORZA), 22 February 2013 - 17 October 2014 (MSX125)......

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

21/11/2014 - Honda
NSS300 FORZA, MSX125 and SH Mode

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Unknown

Production Dates:

Model years: 2013 (NSS300 FORZA), 2013-2014 (MSX125) and 2013 (SH Mode).Production periods (Thailand): 26 June 2013 - 9 October 2014 (NSS300 FORZA), 22 February 2013 - 17 October 2014 (MSX125)......

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

07/03/2014 - Honda
CR-V

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Sixteen inch brake discs may have been installed to one or both sides of the vehicle rather than the correct seventeen inch brake disc.

Model Numbers:

CR-V Diesel. Type approval No: e11*2001/116*0302.

Production Dates:

Passenger car year model: 2013.Production period: 18th December 2012 to 20th March 2013.Affected VINS: from SHSRE6**0DU007333 to SHSRE6**0DU018668.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

07/03/2014 - Honda
CR-V

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Sixteen inch brake discs may have been installed to one or both sides of the vehicle rather than the correct seventeen inch brake disc.

Model Numbers:

CR-V Diesel. Type approval No: e11*2001/116*0302.

Production Dates:

Passenger car year model: 2013.Production period: 18th December 2012 to 20th March 2013.Affected VINS: from SHSRE6**0DU007333 to SHSRE6**0DU018668.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

07/03/2014 - Honda
CB500, CBR500

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Check This Car for the following recall:

When the engine becomes hot, the rocker arm shaft sealing bolt can become loose and fall out. This can result in the engine stalling.

Model Numbers:

CB500FD/FAD/XD/XAD, CBR500RD/RAD

Production Dates:

Year model: 2013.Production period: 29 October 2012 to 15 August 2013.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

07/03/2014 - Honda
CB500, CBR500

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Check This Car for the following recall:

When the engine becomes hot, the rocker arm shaft sealing bolt can become loose and fall out. This can result in the engine stalling.

Model Numbers:

CB500FD/FAD/XD/XAD, CBR500RD/RAD

Production Dates:

Year model: 2013.Production period: 29 October 2012 to 15 August 2013.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

27/12/2013 - Honda
Odyssey, Acura MDX

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The air bag may deploy unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion and an accident could result.

Model Numbers:

Type: RL1, US model, Odyssey Type: YD1, US model, AcuraMDX

Production Dates:

Manufactured in 2003-2004

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

27/12/2013 - Honda
Odyssey, Acura MDX

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The air bag may deploy unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion and an accident could result.

Model Numbers:

Type: RL1, US model, Odyssey Type: YD1, US model, AcuraMDX

Production Dates:

Manufactured in 2003-2004

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

27/12/2013 - Honda
Odyssey

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system may under certain circumstances build up hydraulic pressure in the braking system. When this happens, the vehicle undergoes severe and sudden braking of up to some 8 m/s². Because there is no accompanying flash of brake lights, following vehicles may not recognise the situation until too late, or even not at all, leading to rear-end collisions.

Model Numbers:

Type: RL3 NATO vehicles (no EC type approval number) Year of manufacture: 2007 to 2008

Production Dates:

Year of manufacture: 2007 to 2008

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

06/12/2013 - Honda
Foreman 4x4

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The steering shaft may have been deformed during assembly. The slight bending and possible resulting cracking may lead to breakage of the steering shaft, with the driver losing control over the steering.

Model Numbers:

Type: TRX500FE / TRX500FM

Production Dates:

The vehicles concerned were built in 2012 and 2013.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View