NHTSA recall 14V-258 (14V258000)
power train recall reported May 16, 2014 - about 1,038 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 14V258000
- Also written as
- 14V-258
- Manufacturer number
- JE4
- Reported
- May 16, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,038
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
American Honda Motor Co., Ltd, (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2013 Honda Fit vehicles manufactured May 24, 2013, through July 5, 2013, and equipped with a manual transmission. The passenger side driveshaft may break while driving due to an improper heat treatment application during manufacturing.
Why it is dangerous
If the driveshaft fractures and separates while driving, the vehicle would lose power and coast to a stop. If a vehicle with a fractured driveshaft is parked without the parking brake applied, the vehicle could move unexpectedly. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger side driveshaft and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2014. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JE4.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 14V-258 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.