Recall 83V-131: 1984 Honda Civic
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Dec 7, 1983, covering about 10,421 vehicles.
The problem
Production tolerance errors could allow accidental hood opening. If the hood is not securely latched in the fully locked position, driving at high speed or hitting a large bump could cause the hood to open without warning.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace defective hood latches at no charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: structure; hood latch.consequences of defect: if the secondary latch does not engage, and the hoodopens while the vehicle is in motion, the driver"s vision could be blocked,creating a risk for an accident.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. |
|---|---|
| Component | Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 83V131000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic | 1984 | All 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 83V-131?
Production tolerance errors could allow accidental hood opening. If the hood is not securely latched in the fully locked position, driving at high speed or hitting a large bump could cause the hood to open without warning.
How is recall 83V-131 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and replace defective hood latches at no charge.
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.