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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V338000

2013 Acura Ilx | 2012 Honda Cr-V — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch

Published July 19, 2012 · Recall initiated: July 19, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V338000, published July 19, 2012. Recalling firm: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.); 2013 Acura Ilx | 2012 Honda Cr-V — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch.

What's the hazard

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Honda CR-V and model year 2013 Acura ILX vehicles. If the manual or power door lock is activated while an interior front door handle is being operated by an occupant, the cable connecting the interior door handle to the door latch mechanism may become loose and move out of position. There is a possibility that the cable can move far enough out of position to prevent the door from properly latching.

What to do

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front door latch assemblies in the affected vehicles, free of charge. Additionally, the interior front door handles in certain Honda CR-Vs will also be replaced, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, August 16, 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

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Recall details

Brand
ACURA
Model
ILX
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Lot
2013 ACURA ILX | 2012 HONDA CR-V
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Acura Ilx | 2012 Honda Cr-V — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V338000 on July 19, 2012. Reported hazard: Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Honda CR-V and model year 2013 Acura ILX vehicles. If the manual or power door lock is activated while an interior front door handle is being operated by an occupant, the cable connecting the interior door handle to the door latch mechanism may become loose and move out of position. There is a possibility that the cable can move far enough out of position to prevent the door from properly latching.

What should I do if I have this product?

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front door latch assemblies in the affected vehicles, free of charge. Additionally, the interior front door handles in certain Honda CR-Vs will also be replaced, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, August 16, 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ACURA. Model: ILX.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)