USA RECALL #11 - Honda recalls certain Civic models with possible issues to the taillight assembly not working.

 RECALL Subject : Side Marker Lights may not Function/FMVSS 108

Report Receipt Date: JUL 11, 2016 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V526000 

Component(s): EXTERIOR LIGHTING 

Potential Number of Units Affected: 11,846 

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

SUMMARY:

American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic 2-Door vehicles manufactured February 23, 2016, through May 20, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a damaged LED side marker light circuit board inside the taillight assembly, making the marker light inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."

CONSEQUENCE:

If a side marker light does not function, vehicle visibility can be decreased to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both the taillight assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in August 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KB8.

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.