Statement by Honda Canada Inc., Regarding DC to DC Converter Recall: 2006-2007 Civic Hybrid

Honda Canada will recall 2,064 Civic Hybrid vehicles from model years 2006 through 2007 to replace the DC to DC converter, a component of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid control system. The DC-to-DC converter may experience an internal failure that could lead to engine stalling and malfunction of vehicle headlights. No crashes or injuries related to this defect have been reported.

Honda is announcing this recall to encourage all owners of affected vehicles to take their vehicles to an authorized dealer as soon as they receive notification of this recall from Honda. Notification to customers will begin later this month.

When Honda identifies concerns of this nature, nothing is more important to the company than fulfilling our obligation and responsibility to alert our customers. Owners of these vehicles can determine if their vehicle requires repair by calling toll free to 1-888-946-6329.