NHTSA Recall 88V180000: Windshield wiper/washer (visibility)

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on November 18, 1988, covering an estimated 360,198 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Acura Integra.

360,198

vehicles potentially affected

models affected

1988

owners notified (November 18)

NHTSA campaign	88V180000
Component	VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Report received	November 18, 1988
Owner notification	November 18, 1988
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Defect

Under high ambient temperatures front windshield wiper contact unit could loosen and become dislodged.

Safety risk

This could result in windshield wiper failure and wouldaffect driver visibility.

Remedy

Install a contact unit holder that would prevent loosening.

Notes

System: front windshield wiper assembly.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Vehicles covered by recall 88V180000

Make and model	Model years
Acura Integra	1986, 1987
Honda Civic	1985, 1986, 1987

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.