The problem
Certain honda accessory trailer hitches, p/n 08l92-stk-200, manufactured between june 26 and july 8, 2006, and sold as aftermarket equipment for use on 2007 model year acura rdx vehicles. The hitches may have been improperly welded during installation.
The risk
The hitch may separate from the vehicle while in use which could result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners and inspect and, if necessary, replace the hitch. The recall began on november 29, 2006. Owners may contact acura client services at 800-382-2238.
Contacts
Honda recall no. Q29. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Acura dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 06E096000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.