Recall 07V399000: Inspect Rear ABS Sensor/Wheel Bearing

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Honda/Civic 2006-2007

MANUFACTURER: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 07V399000 MFR'S REPORT DATE: August 30, 2007

COMPONENT: Wheels

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 182756

SUMMARY:
On certain vehicles, the wheel speed sensor housing uses an o-ring seal to prevent leakage to or from the wheel bearing. If assembled improperly, the o-ring may not seal properly allowing water to enter the wheel bearing and eventually cause damage to the bearing, especially in areas where use of road salt is prevalent. If the driver continues to drive with this condition it is possible for the wheel bearing to become loose, which could cause the bearing to fail.

CONSEQUENCE:
This could cause a wheel to fall off of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect the rear abs sensors and wheel bearings for damaged parts and replace them free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about September 17, 2007. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

NOTES:
Honda recall No. Q56. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.