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NHTSA recall 77V072000

Electrical system › Ignition

Honda Civic

Reported May 11, 197733,552 vehicles affectedAMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.

The defect

A short circuit may occur in the manually operated choke override mechanism. This could cause the override mechanism housing and outer cover of the choke cable to melt and burn.

The remedy

Dealer will reposition the resistor to prevent interference between the choke cable holding plate and the lead wire of the resistor, without charge.

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Vehicles in this recall

Honda Civic
1977

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: electrical; choke override mechanism.consequences of defect: this defect could lead to a vehicle fire and seriousinjuries to passengers.note: if smoke odor IS noticed upon starting vehicle, the ignition key shouldbe turned off and vehicle should not be driven. Dealer will arrange for the carto be towed in for repairs.