Recall 07V034000: IMA Module Modification

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Honda/Civic Hybrid 2006

MANUFACTURER: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 07V034000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: January 31, 2007

COMPONENT: Engine and Engine Cooling: Engine

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 31123

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles, certain parts of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system are located under a metal cover behind the rear seat-back. Over time the weight of rear seat passengers may cause the metal cover to come into contact with a rubber cap covering an electrical terminal. The rubber cap may get pinched, exposing the electrical terminal.

CONSEQUENCE:
The terminal may come into contact with the metal cover, which can result in an electrical short that may blow the IMA fuse. A blown fuse will cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will install a plastic cover attached to a metal bracket over the rubber cap. The recall began on February 26, 2006. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

NOTES:
Honda recall No. Q35. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.