Honda Civic 1976

Model Civic made in 1976 by Honda got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, suspension.

Model 1976

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
79V102000AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.from 08/01/1974 to 08/01/1977V (Vehicle)13257311/30/1979ODIHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)04/20/197910/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe 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.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will install a muffler cover to prevent excessive floor temperatures in case of muffler seam splitting.
NotesVehicle 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.
SUSPENSION
81V136000AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.from 09/01/1972 to 08/01/1979V (Vehicle)936774ODIHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)11/06/198111/10/1981
Defect SummaryProlonged 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.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryVehicles 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.
NotesVehicle 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.