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L0ki
09-29-2012, 10:38 PM
anyone get a recall notice letter from Honda? something about the low beam being on recall for the 2002-2003 models of the ep3? got it in the mail today. just thought it was funny that they send a notice like that now lol.
theMan_ny
09-30-2012, 01:27 AM
I had to replace mine 4 months ago. This is how my connector looks like:
http://imageshack.us/a/img404/4185/imageuploadedbytapatalkj.jpg
MajorJones
09-30-2012, 12:14 PM
I had to do the same about 3 years ago. I had to pay for the part cause my ep3 was made in the U.K. not here U.S. I thought that was pretty weird, it only cost about 70 dollars.
usedep3
09-30-2012, 09:06 PM
I had to do the same about 3 years ago. I had to pay for the part cause my ep3 was made in the U.K. not here U.S. I thought that was pretty weird, it only cost about 70 dollars.

you sure about that? your vin should start with 'SHHEP'. 'SH' is for Swindon Honda
HFPcivicSI
09-30-2012, 09:24 PM
So should this be replaced for free with my car?
Drunken Yak inc
10-01-2012, 05:08 AM
I had to do the same about 3 years ago. I had to pay for the part cause my ep3 was made in the U.K. not here U.S. I thought that was pretty weird, it only cost about 70 dollars.

All EP's were made in England.
apexracing
10-01-2012, 06:31 AM
Had this replaced under warranty at the dealer ship. The just extend one wire that goes to the low beams. Apparently its too short, and when turning the wheel the connector pulls out of the plug and can cause it to heat up. Melting the plug in the process.
HFPcivicSI
10-01-2012, 08:38 AM
Can someone post the actual recall notice? Or where can I print it out ? I want to take it to honda.

I found this which highlights all the recalls.

http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2003/honda/civic/recalls/
apexracing
10-01-2012, 09:45 AM
https://www.ahm-ownerlink.com/Documentum/Recall%5FPress%2FRecall%5FPress%5FRelease%5F000006 0%2Epdf
L0ki
10-01-2012, 10:21 AM
sh*t, do you guys think i should go replace it?
1st
10-01-2012, 11:26 AM
I have never had an issue. What exactly needs to be replaced? Where is it located and how long does it take?
L0ki
10-01-2012, 12:05 PM
let me take a picture of the letter and upload it
L0ki
10-01-2012, 12:12 PM
http://i.imgur.com/9FEzR.jpg
widebodyeg
10-01-2012, 02:18 PM
I have never had an issue. What exactly needs to be replaced? Where is it located and how long does it take?

its an easy fix, i just replaced it with a 04 civic coupe one a long time ago and no problems, just got it from the junk yard, the wires are a thicker gauge
1st
10-01-2012, 03:18 PM
loki & widebodyeg Thanks
apexracing
10-01-2012, 09:04 PM
I posted the bulletin in a link for christs sake. Yes go have it fixed. Its free!
Mechanic
10-02-2012, 04:12 AM
. . . . your vin should start with 'SHHEP'. 'SH' is for Swindon Honda
I've owned at least one of these puppies for 10 years , and I didn't know there was any relationship between the VIN and Swindon. Thanks for the post.
el_puncho
10-03-2012, 02:03 AM
its an easy fix, i just replaced it with a 04 civic coupe one a long time ago and no problems, just got it from the junk yard, the wires are a thicker gauge

Same here. Everything has been working fine thus far. Get that ish done if you haven't though. It's bound to happen sooner or later.
AUTiger
10-03-2012, 07:25 AM
Years ago I had that happen to the EP. I called Honda under the original bulletin for a recall, but they denied me because my VIN showed the car was made in the second half of 2002 and that the problem should have been corrected before my car was assembled. It was horse-shit. I ran it for years and finally got it fixed last spring. I traded in the car back in July and still miss the heap that it was.
1st
10-03-2012, 08:41 AM
I just got my letter last night. It came with a form that states if you had it fixed they might be able to reimburse you with proof.
j0k3r88
10-03-2012, 03:15 PM
can i get the recall done with depo lamps will that void it out, or should i put the oem back on
L0ki
10-04-2012, 01:12 AM
can i get the recall done with depo lamps will that void it out, or should i put the oem back on


i have no idea, but i have a similar question, since i have HIDs should i change back to OEM light bulbs? does t matter?
doubledouble
10-05-2012, 03:37 PM
Got the notice as well. Going to make appointment next week..
cvicep3
10-05-2012, 06:54 PM
I got mine as well.
el_puncho
10-05-2012, 08:16 PM
How do the recall notices work? Do you have to be the original owner to get any type of notice?
doubledouble
10-05-2012, 08:25 PM
How do the recall notices work? Do you have to be the original owner to get any type of notice?

Nope. If you're name is on the title Honda will mail it to your registered address.
1st
10-05-2012, 09:04 PM
There is also a letter/document that came with the recall letter that states if you sold the car they will try and contact the new owner but must be filled out. I would imagine with or without the letter you would be helped. As far as the hids and or depo lights you should be fine since it has to do with it being internal. If you are still a little 50/50 on the situation I would go to a different Honda and see what they say if they say no push the matter if they still say no leave uninstall and then go to a different Honda to get the recall done and then complain.

It states per the letter if your not satisfied with the service from your Honda dealer you may write to:
American Honda Motor Co Inc
Honda Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-sN-7A
1919 Torrance Blvd
Torrance Ca 90501-2746
bchaney
10-06-2012, 07:58 AM
I entered my VIN here but it told me the recall doesn't apply to my car: http://www.ahm-ownerlink.com/SEO/HondaRecall.asp?recallStatus=NO%20VIN&recallId1=NO%20RECALL%20IDS

My car is an 03 Si with lo beams that do not work... any way I can get this fixed with the recall even if my VIN isn't on the list?
cvicep3
10-07-2012, 04:17 PM
Where are these plugs located?
ohio si
10-08-2012, 01:30 PM
I'm afraid to go to the dealer shop because the might try to break other things. i know my left passger side low beam light keep going off and on. would this be the problem?
HFPcivicSI
10-11-2012, 11:55 AM
Honda fixed mine on Saturday, and I got my ECU reprogrammed to match my kpro - and my spare key coded for free :)
303EP
10-11-2012, 12:25 PM
Honda fixed mine on Saturday, and I got my ECU reprogrammed to match my kpro - and my spare key coded for free :)

So how did that work? My letter says Honda will reimburse me for the repair when I attach an invoice and mail it to them
HFPcivicSI
10-11-2012, 01:25 PM
No homie, go take it to the dealership and they will just do it for free. That letter says if you have already paid to have it done (say like 2 or 5 years ago) then you can get a full reimbursement.

:)

Mine cost me zero doll-hairs.
el_puncho
10-11-2012, 11:03 PM
The following links are scans of the actual documentation sent out. I just received my notice today. I hope this helps!

http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/43/scan0001eh.jpg/

http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/502/scan0002ro.jpg/

http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/233/scan0003lq.jpg/
gribly
10-12-2012, 08:47 AM
I stopped by the dealership today - they said my car was covered. For the people who had this done - are they just splicing in a new harness or is it a section that plugs in? Is the new harness any different or just a new one of the same specs? If it's the same thing, I'm going to just loom what is there because I really don't want anyone else working on my car, their monkeys will just use crimps or something instead of soldering.
widebodyeg
10-12-2012, 09:51 AM
I stopped by the dealership today - they said my car was covered. For the people who had this done - are they just splicing in a new harness or is it a section that plugs in? Is the new harness any different or just a new one of the same specs? If it's the same thing, I'm going to just loom what is there because I really don't want anyone else working on my car, their monkeys will just use crimps or something instead of soldering.

the problem is the wires are too thin and overheat, the new part has thicker gauge wires, when i fixed mine years ago i got it from a 01 up civic coupe from the junk yard cause it has the thicker wires
STP03BlueSI
11-05-2012, 09:37 AM
Had mine done today...I pulled out of the dealership and all I could smell was burnt plastic...Oh and then my AC didnt work till i hit the top of the cover for the wheel...thanks Crown Honda your still worthless.
ep393
11-05-2012, 10:50 AM
My left low beam is not functioning at all, I thought it was the hid bulb or ballast so I plugged in my oem bulb and it still wont turn on, is this the problem this thread is about?
apexracing
11-06-2012, 10:56 AM
My left low beam is not functioning at all, I thought it was the hid bulb or ballast so I plugged in my oem bulb and it still wont turn on, is this the problem this thread is about?

Read the bulletin! Its a low beam wire that goes to the combo switch. The factory wire is too short, and can come unclipped from the inside of the connector and possibly melt the plug.