Honda Civic recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 11, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalls 2016 Honda Civic

Recall number

16V725000

Brand / firm

Honda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 350,083 units

Why it was recalled

If the EPB is not applied, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Honda Civic two door and four door 1.5L turbo and 2.0L vehicles. The electric parking brake (EPB) may not engage if it is applied immediately after turning the ignition off.

What to do

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to allow the EPB to engage immediately after the ignition is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KC6.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.