HONDA CIVIC 2017: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V706000

Make Model Year
HONDA CIVIC 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-12-08 2017-11-09 2017-11-14

Production Dates: 2017-08-03 - 2017-10-03

Manufacturers Involved: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: K0E

Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5404

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Honda "American Honda Motor Co." is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles. The right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength.

Consequence

The improper heat treatment can result in the halfshaft breaking, preventing the engine from moving the vehicle, and can allow a possible roll away situation if the parking brake is not engaged. This can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the halfshaft's serial number, replacing it as necessary and aligning the front wheels, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K0E.

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.