Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura And Honda Are Recalling 124,000 Newer Model Vehicles Due To Brake Concerns

 Loose Fastener on Brake Booster Assembly

Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V458000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected 124,077

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura And Honda Are Recalling 1.4 Million Vehicles For A Variety Of Potential Safety Issues

1.  Body Control Modules

Various system malfunctions such as inoperative windshield wipers, defroster, rearview camera, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V771000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY, VISIBILITY/WIPER, BACK OVER PREVENTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 737,233

2016 Honda Civic Coupe Touring: Has Gotten Its Groove Back

Highlight: The brand’s first 5-door hatchback will be joining the lineup soon.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $26,960 (base model $19,885)

Seating Capacity: 4 realistically for the coupe, Honda says 5?

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a vehicle stability control system; traction control; an electric parking brake with automatic brake hold; hill start assist control system; a compact spare tire; LED Daytime Running Lights; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Garage Preview: The 2016 Honda Civic