Honda Canada recalls 44,000 vehicles for reported ignition switch problem
Posted Aug 9, 2010 11:33 am.
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TORONTO – Honda Canada is recalling 44,000 vehicles to fix a reported malfunction of their ignition interlock.
Honda says it has received several complaints, and adds that it may be possible to pull the key from the ignition when the shift lever is not in “park” if the mechanism is damaged or worn.
The automaker says that could lead to a vehicle rolling away if the parking brake is not on, since the transmission isn’t locked when a car is not in “park.”
Honda says it does not know of any accidents or injuries in Canada due to the potential problem.
The recall affects about 18,000 Honda Accords, 21,000 Honda Civics and 2,000 Acura 1.7ELs from the 2003 model year, and about 3,000 Honda Elements from the 2003 and 2004 model years.
Honda says it will notified owners next month and those concerned about the problem should contact a dealer or call the toll-free number 1-888-946-6329.
