recall information
Recall number
REC-002920
PRA number
2006/8807
Campaign number
5EP
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Honda
Model
Civic Hybrid
Affected units
474
Identifying features
Civic Hybrid from JHMFD36206S200005 to JHMFD36206S200766. Civic Sports from MRHFD26506P040001 to MRHFD26506P040455.
What are the defects?
The Electronic Control Unit which controls the power steering operation of the vehicle, may receive unstable voltage output, from the motor angle detecting circuit within the ECU. If this situation occurs the fail safe function of the power steering system may not operate. As a result, the EPS warning lamp will illuminate, the power assist function of the vehicle will not operate and the steering system may require increased force for steering wheel operation.
What are the hazards?
Vehicle malfunction
What should consumers do?
Honda will contact owners of affected vehicles by mail.
Supplier details
Honda Australia Pty Ltd
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
