NHTSA Recall 96V106000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 160,689 vehicles. It affects 1996 Honda Civic.
| NHTSA campaign | 96V106000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | June 18, 1996 |
| Owner notification | September 24, 1996 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
A soapy lubricant was used to insert the check valve into the vacuum hose which causes the brake booster check valve to stick.
Safety risk
This condition can cause a loss of the brake's power assist resulting in a reduction in braking performance increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will clean the check valve by washing the vacuum hose with hot water.
Notes
System: brakes; hydraulic; power assist; check valve. Vehicle description: sedans, hatchbacks and coupe model passenger vehicles. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin june 21, 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 96V106000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda Civic | 1996 |
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.