American Honda Motor Co. is recalling certain Trailer Hitch Harness Kits
— Recall Campaign #13E040000
American Honda Motor Co. is recalling certain Trailer Hitch Harness Kits, Part Number 08L91-TZ5-200. These kits are for use in 2014 model year Acura MDX vehicles. The trailer hitch kit has a subharness that is incorrectly wired such that there may be no power supplied to an accessory trailer brake controller.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,779 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13E040000
| Manufacturer: | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 22, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13E040000 |
| Units affected: | 2,779 |
- Description:
- American Honda Motor Co. is recalling certain Trailer Hitch Harness Kits, Part Number 08L91-TZ5-200. These kits are for use in 2014 model year Acura MDX vehicles. The trailer hitch kit has a subharness that is incorrectly wired such that there may be no power supplied to an accessory trailer brake controller.
- Consequeces:
- If the trailer brake controller is not powered, when towing a trailer, longer stopping distances could be required, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Honda will notify owners and Acura dealers will correct the trailer hitch subharness wiring, free of charge. The recall began on August 23, 2013. Owners may contact Acura Customer Service at 1-800-382-2238. Honda's number for this campaign is JB2.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.