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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

03/05/2013 - Honda
Stream, Jazz, CR-V, Civic, Odyssey

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The passenger’s front airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure if it deploys, causing the inflator to rupture. In this case, metal fragments could be propelled upwards toward the windscreen or downward towards the front passenger’s foot-well, potentially causing injury to the passenger.

Model Numbers:

Model Year: 2001 to 2003; Production period: 11 July 2000 to 18 August 2003

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

03/05/2013 - Honda
Stream, Jazz, CR-V, Civic, Odyssey

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Model Year: 2001 to 2003; Production period: 11 July 2000 to 18 August 2003

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

15/03/2013 - Honda
1. Odyssey2. Pilot

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Inadequate riveting of the driver’s-side airbag cover can cause the airbag to deploy improperly in the event of an accident.

Model Numbers:

1. Type: RL5, built in 2011-2013.2. Type: YF3/YF4, built in 2009-2013

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

16/11/2012 - Honda
Civic

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Check This Car for the following recall:

On vehicles equipped with “one push” or “keyless” start function, the clutch switches are monitored to check they are functioning correctly. This monitoring function is not sufficient to detect a switch malfunction in all cases. If the clutch switch fails and is not detected correctly, it may be possible to start the car in gear without the clutch being depressed. This unexpected vehicle behaviour may cause an accident.

Model Numbers:

Civic (Diesel)

Production Dates:

EU Type Approval No: e11*2001/116*0257*06.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

09/11/2012 - Honda
CR-V

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Under certain severe operating conditions, water, rain, or other liquid may enter the driver’s window and reach the master power window switch resulting in impaired functioning of the switch. If the master power window switch is damaged as a result of liquid intrusion it may result in failure of the switch and overheating. An overheated switch may cause smoke, melting or, potentially, a fire.

Model Numbers:

Model CR-V, Type RD8 (2.0l Petrol) and RD9 (2.2l Diesel)

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

09/11/2012 - Honda
CR-V

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Model CR-V, Type RD8 (2.0l Petrol) and RD9 (2.2l Diesel)

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

12/10/2012 - Honda
NC700X, NC700S & Integra

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Due to an inappropriate heat treatment process, it is possible for the drive chain plates to suffer a delayed fracture, causing breakage of the drive chain.

Model Numbers:

the recall concerns certain 2012 vehicles produced from 25 September 2011 to 19 July 2012.

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

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12/10/2012 - Honda
NC700X, NC700S & Integra

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Due to an inappropriate heat treatment process, it is possible for the drive chain plates to suffer a delayed fracture, causing breakage of the drive chain.

Model Numbers:

the recall concerns certain 2012 vehicles produced from 25 September 2011 to 19 July 2012.

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

13/07/2012 - Honda
Jazz and Civic

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Due to a software error in the transmission control unit, if the vehicle is parked in reverse gear and the engine restarted and neutral or first gear is then selected, the vehicle may not move, may stall or in the worst case may move backwards unexpectedly. This unexpected reverse movement could cause an accident.

Model Numbers:

Vehicles and production range concerned are as follows: CHAC Jazz 1.4: 2009, 2010, 2011 HUM Jazz 1.4: 2009, 2010, 2011 Sss Jazz 1.4: 2009, 2010, 2011 HUM Civic 5dr 1.....

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

11/05/2012 - Honda

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The dipped-beam headlamps may fail to switch on or cut out while the vehicle is being driven leading to the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

Vehicles manufactured between 7 November 2001 and 17 September 2004. CR-V 2002 model: VINs SHSRD8***2U000101 to SHSRD8***2U036601 CR-V 2003 model: VINs SHSRD8***3U100101 to SHSRD8.....

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

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30/12/2011 - Honda

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Hydraulic pressure may remain in the rear brake system even when the brake is released causing the rear brake to drag. The resulting temperature increase of the rear brake could, in the worst case, result in a fire.

Model Numbers:

GL1800/GL1800AModel code SC47The recall concerns certain 2001-2010 motorcycles produced from the 13 June 2000 to the 23 June 2009, with type approval no./ date:e4*92/61*01.....

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

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25/11/2011 - Honda

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Corrosion on the front brake lever pivot bolt may result in the front brake dragging and, in the worst case, the front brake locking.

Model Numbers:

Lead EX, model code JF19The recall concerns certain 2010 model year vehicles produced from the 27th January 2010 to the 23rd May 2011, with Type Approval No. e4*2002/24*1792*04.

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

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