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Recall 01V329000: Air Cleaner Box Inspection/Replacement



DEFECT: On certain passenger vehicles, during the assembly process, the air cleaner box cover may have been damaged, and a broken plastic piece could travel into the intake chamber. If the plastic piece lodges in the throttle body, the throttle could stick in a partially open position. Although the driver can always stop the car by applying additional brake force, or by taking other actions (i.e., shift into neutral, turn off the ignition key, etc.), if the car continues to maintain speed when the driver is expecting it to slow, a crash could occur.

REMEDY: Dealers will inspect the air cleaner box for damage. If damage is found, the dealer will locate and remove the broken plastic piece, and replace the air cleaner box lid. The manufacturer reported that owner notification began Oct. 25, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Honda at 1_800-999-1009.