NHTSA Recall 10V624000: High/low beam dimmer switch (exterior lighting)
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 143,083 vehicles. It affects 2007–2008 Honda Fit.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V624000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R58 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS › HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH |
| Report received | December 15, 2010 |
| Owner notification | January 24, 2011 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Honda is recalling model year 2007-2008 honda fit vehicles. Due to an error during installation of the wiring harness for the combination switch that controls low head beam function, the wires for the lower beam circuit were pulled tighter than intended. After repeated use of the headlight switch, the electrical connector terminal for the low beam headlight circuit can become worn as a result of this tension, which can result in low conductivity and cause an accumulation of copper oxide in the area of the contacts.
Safety risk
The low beam headlights can become inoperative decreasing the driver's visibility as well as the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the low beam terminal and perform necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on january 24, 2011. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda's safety recall no. R58.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V624000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.