Recall 10V-504: 2005–2007 Acura RL, 2005–2007 Honda Odyssey

HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Oct 22, 2010, covering about 471,820 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-504
Report date
Oct 22, 2010
Vehicles affected
471,820
Owners notified
Dec 31, 2010

The problem

Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 odyssey and acura rl vehicles. Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. If replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. If this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.

The risk

A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and overtime a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder seal free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during december 2010. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Notes

Safety recall no. R51 honda r52 acura.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V504000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Acura RL2005, 2006, 2007All years
Honda Odyssey2005, 2006, 2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 10V-504?

Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 odyssey and acura rl vehicles. Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. If replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. If this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.

How is recall 10V-504 fixed?

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder seal free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during december 2010. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.