Campaign - Vehicle Warranty Extension
06-050November 21, 2006
Applies To:
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Warranty Extension: Vehicle Warranty Mileage
BACKGROUND
On November 7, 2006, a federal court preliminarily approved the settlement of a class action lawsuit that alleged the odometers on certain 2002 through 2006 Acura models were overstating mileage. As part of the settlement, American Honda has proposed extending the mileage based coverage period of all warranties and Acura Care Service Contracts by five percent (5%).
The time limits for all warranties are unchanged. The proposed settlement has only been preliminarily approved. American Honda will not provide the benefits described above until the court issues a final approval. The final approval hearing is currently scheduled for May 30, 2007. Once the court approves the settlement, American Honda will begin providing benefits to affected customers.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
The vehicles affected by this settlement include certain 2002 through 2006 Acura models, purchased or leased between April 13, 2002 and November 7, 2006 in the United States (including the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands). Vehicles registered to customers with a military or a NATO address are also affected by this settlement.
CLIENT NOTIFICATION
The court will notify affected clients by mail. The mailed notice will be sent to original registered purchasers, and will inform them of the terms of the proposed settlement. Notices will start mailing on November 27, 2006, with the final mailing occurring no later than March 26, 2007. Notices of the proposed settlement will also be published in a national newspaper.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
If finalized on May 30, 2007, the settlement will require you to honor the extended mileage coverage period of all warranties, and Acura Care Service Contracts, by five percent (5%). This service bulletin will be updated with specific terms and conditions.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Until the settlement is finalized, all normal warranty time and mileage limits are still valid. In addition, any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
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