recall information
Recall number
REC-002955
PRA number
2007/9037
Campaign number
5DZ
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Honda
Model
Civic Hybrid
Affected units
735
Identifying features
From JHMFD36206S00005 to JHMFD36206S204738.
What are the defects?
There is insufficient clearance between the Intelligent Power Unit cover and the DC-DC Converter cable terminal, which are positioned on the rear side of the rear seat assembly. If excessive weight is placed upon the rear set back, there is the possibility of a short circuit occurring. This short circuit is due to the IPU cover interfering with the DC-DC Converter cable terminal, this short circuit causes the main fuse to blow resulting in the engine stalling.
What are the hazards?
Malfunction
What should consumers do?
Honda Australia 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.
