The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) announced a recall by Honda Motor Co. for 2004 and 2005 Acura TL cars. A malfunction in the windshield wiper/washer motor was found that could potentially lead to a catastrophic injury from a car accident.

Approximately 129,600 2004 and 2005 Acura TL cars were recalled because of a possible failure of the windshield wiper motor due to the entering of water in the motor house, which can lead to corrosion. If the circuit breaker fails as a result, a non-working windshield wiper/washer motor increases the chance of a serious car accident during inclement weather.

The ODI recommends that consumers take their 2004 and 2005 Acura TL vehicles to a local dealer, where the windshield wiper motor can be inspected and repaired, if necessary. Acura owners can contact Honda Motor Co. for more information at 1-800-382-2238. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration can also be reached for more information at 1-888-327-4236 or at http://www.safercar.gov.

Source: Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)#08V092000 March 3, 2008.