Defect Description For Recall
Left Side Drive Shaft Could Develop Cracks Near The Outer Joint.
Make Of Vehicle
HONDA
Model Of Vehicle
CIVIC
Year
1986
Recall Campaign Number
86V045000
Component Description
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
Effect Of Defect
Consequence Of Defect: During High Stress Situations, Such As Rapid Acceleration Or Deceleration, The Drive Shaft Could Break Without Warning And Cause A Sudden Loss Of Power And A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Replace Left Drive Shaft With A Properly Manufactured Part.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Honda Motor Co.
Start Of Manufacture
19860101
End Of Manufacture
19860201
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
17338
Date Owners Notified
19860404
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Date Report Received
19860320