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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16V526000

2016 Honda Civic — Exterior lighting

Published July 11, 2016 · Recall initiated: July 11, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16V526000, published July 11, 2016. Recalling firm: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.); 2016 Honda Civic — Exterior lighting.

What's the hazard

American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic 2-Door vehicles manufactured February 23, 2016, through May 20, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a damaged LED side marker light circuit board inside the taillight assembly, making the marker light inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."

What to do

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both the taillight assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KB8.

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Recall details

Brand
HONDA
Model
CIVIC
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Lot
2016 HONDA CIVIC
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Honda Civic — Exterior lighting recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V526000 on July 11, 2016. Reported hazard: American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic 2-Door vehicles manufactured February 23, 2016, through May 20, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a damaged LED side marker light circuit board inside the taillight assembly, making the marker light inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."

What should I do if I have this product?

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both the taillight assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KB8.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HONDA. Model: CIVIC.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)