1996 Honda CIVIC NHTSA Investigations
Defect Investigations
The following investigations on the Honda CIVIC have been announced by the ODI. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about investigations by the NHTSA.
Recent 1996 CIVIC Investigations
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CONDENSER FAN MOTOR INOPERATIVE Defect Investigation for the 1996 CIVIC
Vehicle Component: Equipment:Electrical:Air Conditioner
Summary: See resume for details.
More Details: For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning investigation #SQ98012 »
Status of Investigation: This investigation was closed on November 02 1998 and no recall was issued.
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THROTTLE CABLE STICKING Defect Investigation for the 1996 CIVIC
Vehicle Component: Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages*
Summary: Due to the Agency's investigation into this matter, Honda agreed to conduct a safety recall to notify owners of the 1996-1998 Honda civics and install a positive floor mat retention system on the driver's side (genuine Honda) floor mat. Furthermore, Honda will conduct a product improvement campaign to inspect and replace certain model year 1996 civic throttle cables equipped with cables not having the latest revisions. Since each throttle cable is date coded the subject cables are easily identifiable. This investigation is closed; further use of the Agency resources does not appear warranted. The Agency may take further action on this matter if warranted by future circumstances. See full closing resume for additional details.
More Details: For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning investigation #SQ98017 »
Status of Investigation: This investigation was closed on June 03 1999 and there was a recall ordered: #99I002000
* This defect investigation is filed under 2 related vehicle components.