The affected vehicles were manufactured from Feb. 19, 2002, through July 28, 2006 (check your vehicle’s build date on a sticker on the driver-side doorjamb), and use a faulty power window switch that could overheat and melt. This could lead to a fire.
“As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the recall repair has been performed,” NHTSA said in a statement.
Honda will notify owners starting Nov. 2, and dealers will replace the affected parts free of charge. Owners can call Honda at 800-999-1009 or NHTSA’s vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236 for more info.
News Editor Jennifer Geiger joined the automotive industry in 2003, much to the delight of her Corvette-obsessed dad. Jennifer is an expert reviewer, certified car-seat technician and mom of three. She wears a lot of hats — many of them while driving a minivan.