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Honda cars recalled again
by Barbora Misakova

As if it wasn’t enough! After Toyota also Honda comes with some technical problems which could endanger passengers’ safety. The problems with braking system caused that more than 410,000 Odyssey minivans and Element small trucks will be recalled. Models from 2007 and 2008 have braking systems which can over time lose its power. Honda’s statement says the brake pedals can feel over time “soft” and must be pressed closer to the floor to be able to stop vehicle. That is the reason why all these vehicles must be recalled and repaired. Chris Martin, Honda spokesman said: “It’s definitely not operating the way it should, and it’s sa! fety systems, so it brings it to the recall status.” The only question which goes to my mind is: WHY NOW? Martin said there have been three crashes due to the problem and that’s why Honda notified NHTSA of the recall on Monday. This automaker company has traced the problem to the device called “vehicle stability assist modulator”. This device powers electronic stability control system which by selective braking of the wheels keep the vehicle upright. The tests revealed that a small amount of air get into the hydraulic brake lines every time the vehicle is started. Over time an air bubble is created and it is just this bubble what can cause a loss of braking power. As Honda spokesman informed, the owners of mentioned cars should wait to get a letter from the company which should go out toward the end of April. But if anyone has already lost braking power, it should be repaired as soon as possible.

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