1976 HONDA CIVIC Recalls (2)

Campaign:

79V102000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

Manufactured:

07/31/1974 - 07/31/1977

Affected:

132,573

Defect:

The internal muffler pressure can create a split in the seam if the muffler is in a deteriorated condition. if this condition exists, the exhaust gas escaping from the split seam can cause excessive heating of a small area of the rear storage compartment.

Correction:

Dealer will install a muffler cover to prevent excessive floor temperatures in case of muffler seam splitting.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: exhaust; muffler, resonator.consequences of defect: the overheated compartment floor may damage carpet and,if combustible materials are placed in direct contact with the compartmentfloor, they may become ignited and cause a vehicle fire and serious personalinjury.

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Campaign:

81V136000 on 11/09/1981

Component:

Suspension

Manufactured:

08/31/1972 - 07/31/1979

Affected:

936,774

Defect:

Prolonged contact with road salt may, under certain conditions, cause serious rusting. this can weaken certain undercarriage components: lateral suspension arms, front crossbeam and strut coil spring lower supports.

Correction:

Vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, treated with a rust preventive coating. in some cases, replacement of components will be performed, without charge to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: suspension; lateral suspension arms, front crossbeam, and strut coilspring lower supports.consequences of defect: weakened undercarriage components could lead to a loss of vehicle control and, possibly, an accident.note: this defect appears to be more serious in vehicles driven in areas where road salt is used extensively for snow removal.

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