American Honda Motor Company is recalling 167,000 Acura TSX models between 2004-2008 because of a hose defect that could cause a fire. The cars being recalled are Acura TSX models sold in the United States with a 2.4-liter inline 4-cylinder engine.
The power steering hoses, according to the manufacturer, could deteriorate prematurely from prolonged exposure to high under-the-hood temperatures.
If the hose deteriorates excessively and cracks, it could cause lead smoke or fire from power steering fluid spraying onto hot engine components.
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Prior to the recall, Acura had received one report of a fire caused a power steering hose defect.
Visit: owners.acura.com/recalls or call 800-382-2238 for a full list of recalled vehicles. Dealerships will replace the power steering hose, O-ring gasket and fluid will be replaced without charge.
Article Last Updated: May 1, 2010.
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