The problem
The springs are held up by a metal support around each shock absorber. Vehicles driven regularly in areas where roads are salted during wintertime are subject to rusting of these supports. Rusting may eventually allow the spring to break through the support.
The fix
The spring supports and shocks will be inspected; depending on condition, the components will be rustproofed or replaced, if necessary.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: suspension; front and rear spring supports.Consequences of defect: the suspension could collapse without warning, possiblycausing loss of vehicle control and an accident.
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 Honda dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 84V086000.
- 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.