Honda is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 Element passenger vehicles equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness. The wire that supplies power to the trailer turn signal lights was inadvertently switched with the stop lamp wire. As a result the turn signals only illuminate when the brake lamps are illuminated. This does not comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) – Accessory Trailer Hitch Wiring Harness
| Report Received Date | 09/05/2012 |
| NHTSA ID | 12V436000 |
| Consequence Summary | Without trailer turn signal illumination, the driver's intent is not communicated, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Honda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on September 20, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. |
| Recall Code | S53 |
| Potentially Affected | 5216 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=12V436000) |
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