Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Passenger Vehicles, Some Brake Master Cylinders May Have Internal Corrosion, Resulting In Reduced Braking Performance And Increased Stopping Distances.
Make Of Vehicle
ACURA
Model Of Vehicle
RL
Year
2000
Recall Campaign Number
03V239000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder
Effect Of Defect
The Corrosion Could Eventually Cause A Complete Brake System Failure, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Master Cylinder Assembly, Reservoir, And Brake Fluid. Owner Notification Began July 28, 2003. Owners Should Contact Acura At 1-800-382-2238.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Honda Motor Co.
Start Of Manufacture
19990804
End Of Manufacture
19990908
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
814
Date Owners Notified
20030728
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Date Report Received
20030702