Recall 12V222000: Power Steering Hose Replacement

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Acura/TL 2007-2008

MANUFACTURER: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

MFR'S REPORT DATE: May 16, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V222000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist: Hose, Piping, and Connections
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 52,615

SUMMARY:
Honda is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Acura TL vehicles. Prolonged under-hood and power steering fluid temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely, resulting in cracks and power steering fluid leakage.

CONSEQUENCE:
If this occurs, power steering fluid can leak onto a hot catalytic converter, leading to smoke and possibly an under-hood fire.

REMEDY:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 15, 2012. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-800-999-1009.

NOTES:
Honda's recall campaign number is S39. Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.