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Reverse Decision In Honda Fuel Economy Case

A court decision to award attorney Heather Peters almost $10,000, over inaccurate fuel economy claims for her 2006 Honda Civic has been reversed by a Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge last Thursday. The case received national attention when Peters opted out of a class action suit to pursue her own small claims case. Peters was awarded reparations in February, but Honda appealed the courts decision and it was reversed by Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Dudley Gray. Gray said that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fuel economy ratings are posted so consumers can compare fuel efficiency among vehicles, but the ratings don’t take into account driving conditions and the condition of the vehicle. Continue reading

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Headlight Problem For Honda SUVs

Honda will be recalling certain 2002-2004 CR-V and 2003 Pilot sport utility vehicles (SUVs) for an electrical problem with the low beam headlights. According to Honda, tension on the switch wiring harness could prematurely wear the terminal increasing its electrical resistance. The terminals could overheat and melt, leaving the driver without low beam headlights. Owners wanting more information on the problem can contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Continue reading

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Honda Experiences Steering Problems On CR-V

Honda and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that the 2006 Honda CR-V will be recalled for problems with the passenger side front lower arm bushing collar. According to Honda, the weld strength in this area is insufficient for the amount of vibration, and could break. If the collar separates from the arm, the driver could be left without steering. Honda will be notifying CR-V owner of the problem this month, and will inspect and replace affected parts as necessary. Owners wanting more information about the problem can contact Honda Customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Continue reading

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Honda And Acura Vehicles Affected By Fuel Leaks

Honda will be recalling certain 2012 Honda Pilot and 2012 Acura MDX vehicles for a vent shut float (VSF) valve case that was not manufactured to the proper specifications. The valve could develop a fuel leak that can increase the … Continue reading

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Defective Liftgates On Honda Odyssey Minivans

Last year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) began an investigation into certain 2008-2009 Odyssey minivans, equipped with power liftgate systems, after receiving seven complaints from customers that said the liftgate on their vehicle closed unexpectedly. The investigation has … Continue reading

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Honda Recalls More Side Curtain Airbags

A recent recall on some 2012 Honda Accord and Crosstour vehicles has been expanded to include certain 2012 Honda Civic and 2012 Acura MDX vehicles. The problem is side curtain airbag inflators that were improperly manufactured. In the event of … Continue reading

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LA Lawyer Wins Suit Against Honda

A former Los Angeles attorney has won her claim in court, after opting out of a class action law suit against Honda. Under the class action suit, Honda Civic owners could receive up to $100 cash back or $1,000 in … Continue reading

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Honda Experiences Airbag Problems

Honda has announced a recall for certain 2012 Accord and Crosstour vehicles, for side curtain airbags that may not inflate during an accident. According to the recall report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), some side curtain airbag inflators may have been manufactured out of specifications. Honda will inspect and replace any driver’s side and/or passenger’s side curtain airbags as required, starting February 10, 2012. Owners wanting more information on the recall can contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Continue reading

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Honda Recall For CR V And CR Z Vehicles

Honda will be recalling certain 2006 CR-V crossover vehicles in the U.S. to replace the power window master switch. Accumulated residue from interior cleaners can cause the electrical contacts on the switch to degrade causing a potential fire hazard. Dealers … Continue reading

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Honda Recalls Vehicles For Transmission Problems

Honda has issued a recall for certain vehicles for a problem within the transmission. The outer ring of secondary shaft bearings in the transmission could break under certain driving conditions, leaving broken pieces that could become wedged in between the … Continue reading

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