recall information
Recall number
REC-003048
PRA number
2007/9697
Campaign number
5LR
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Honda
Model
Legend
Affected units
681
Identifying features
JHMKB16507C200040 to JHMKB16507C205464. JHMKB16508C200264 to JHMKB16508C200637.
What are the defects?
Potential fluid loss from a power steering feed hose. The cause of the power steering hose fluid loss is unexpectedly high heat deterioration, causing a corresponding loss of material flexibility and durability. Fluid loss may result in an increase in steering effort, smoke from fluid contacting hot exhaust components and, in the worst case, fire.
What are the hazards?
Fire
What should consumers do?
Contact your nearest Honda dealer.
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.
