CR-V LX 2WD L4-1972cc 2.0L DOHC MFI (1998)
12.
Set the clock.
13.
Center-punch a completion mark above the first character of the engine compartment VIN.
Example of Customer Letter
November 1999
Safety Recall: CR-V Main Wire Harness
Dear CR-V Owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
What is the reason for this notice?
Honda Motor Co., Ltd., has determined that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in all 1998 and certain 1999 CR-V vehicles. The routing
of the wire harness may allow some wires to contact or rub against the brake light switch. Eventually, the insulation on one of the wires may be
damaged and short circuit, causing a blown fuse.
If this occurs, the outcome would depend on the specific wire that was damaged. This harness contains wires that supply power to many critical
components in your vehicle. A loss of operation is possible for any of these components:
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Windshield wipers
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Head lamps
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Tail lamps
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Turn signal lamps
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Hazard lamps
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Brake system anti-locking function (The vehicle would have normal braking capability, but the brakes could lock up during an emergency stop or
while braking on a slippery surface.)
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Battery charging system (The engine could eventually stop running if the battery is completely discharged.)
A sudden, unexpected loss of lighting or failure of the windshield wipers in bad weather, could be hazardous and may result in a vehicle crash.
What should you do?
Call any authorized Honda automobile dealer and make an appointment to have your vehicle corrected. The dealer will install a protective covering
over the wire harness to prevent this problem. If any wires are damaged, the dealer will make necessary repairs. This recall service and any necessary
repairs will be done free of charge. Although this repair takes less than an hour, please plan to leave your vehicle for half a day to allow the dealer
flexibility in scheduling.
Who to contact if you experience problems. If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from your Honda dealer, you may write to
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Consumer Affairs Dept.
Mail Stop 500-2N-7D
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA, 90501-2746
If you believe that American Honda or the dealer has failed or is unable to remedy the defect in your vehicle without charge, within a reasonable
period of time (60 days from the date you first contact the dealer for a repair appointment), you may submit a complaint to
Administrator
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
400 Seventh St., S.W.
