WASHINGTON: Honda Motor Co said on Friday it will recall about 2.1 million vehicles worldwide to replace battery sensors due to the risk of fire. Chris Martin, a spokesman for the Japanese automaker, said the recall will include 1.15 million Honda Accord vehicles from the 2013-2016 model years in the United States, and nearly 1 million elsewhere, to replace a 12-volt battery sensor. The battery sensors may not be sufficiently sealed against moisture intrusion, Honda said. Due to the large size of the recall, Honda said dealers will initially adopt a temporary fix by applying an adhesive to prevent moisture intrusion, and then later replace the sensor. The company first received a claim of an engine compartment fire from Canada in 2015 and began investigating the issue.

Source: New Strait Times July 15, 2017 03:45 UTC