KUALA LUMPUR: BUSINESS: Honda Malaysia recalls Odyssey, Accord over battery, door component issues

HONDA Malaysia today announced a product recall for battery sensor failure and defective door mirror component. The affected models in the recall are the Odyssey and Accord.

The battery sensor failure is due to inaccurate forming on the printed circuit board (PCB) in the battery sensor during its production process. This may cause electrical short circuit of the sensor, and possibilities of smoke coming from the hood or, in the worst case, a fire. A total of 20,233 units of the 2013-2016 year model Accord are affected.

The defective door mirror component is due to inconsistent surface treatment of the movable contact area inside the door mirror retracting switch, which may cause the affected door mirror to retract during driving or parking. A total of 27,912 units of the 2013-2016 year model Accords and 971 units of 2014-2017 year model Odysseys are affected.

“As at to-date, the replacement parts availability is at 50% for both the battery sensor and the defective door mirror component. Affected customers are advised to make an appointment with any of the 91 Honda authorised dealers to replace the parts as the stocks are sufficient for current replacement requirements.

“There is no incidence of fire, crashes or injuries related to these issues reported in Malaysia as at to-date. Honda is taking this pre-emptive measure to ensure customer safety and regrets the inconvenience caused to all affected customers. All affected failed sensors and defective door mirror components will be replaced with the rectified components.”

Honda Malaysia added that all other current selling models are not affected by this product recall.

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“We would like to assure all customers that the company is committed to its mission to maintain the best product quality; hence the proactive measure is being taken to avoid any possible damages or accidents. All affected customers will be informed via notification letters, which will include details of the product recall. Customers who receive the letter are advised to send their vehicles to the nearest Honda authorised dealer for inspection and replacement. Any charges related to the product recall will be borne by Honda Malaysia.

“Honda Malaysia strongly encourages all affected customers to replace the defective battery sensor as it may become a fire hazard, and the door mirror component for a safer drive. Honda customers can check their vehicle recall status either by logging on to www.honda.com.my or www.productrecall.honda.com.my or by calling the Honda Toll Free number 1-800-88-2020.”

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