Vehicle recall 77V072000 · May 11, 1977
1977 Honda Civic
A short circuit may occur in the manually operated choke override mechanism.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- A short circuit may occur in the manually operated choke override mechanism. This could cause the override mechanism housing and outer cover of the choke cable to melt and burn.
- Remedy
- Dealer will reposition the resistor to prevent interference between the choke cable holding plate and the lead wire of the resistor, without charge.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: electrical; choke override mechanism.consequences of defect: this defect could lead to a vehicle fire and seriousinjuries to passengers.note: if smoke odor is noticed upon starting vehicle, the ignition key shouldbe turned off and vehicle should not be driven. Dealer will arrange for the carto be towed in for repairs.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 77V072000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 11, 1977
- Filed by
- AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
- Owner notification
- May 16, 1977
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 33,552
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Ignition
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Honda Civic (1977): 1977
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