Honda Motor Corporation announced on Wednesday that they are recalling 353,000 Accord sedans over possible corrosion in the windshield wiper motor due to water seepage. The corrosion could cause the electrical circuit breaker inside the motor area to fail and cause the windshield wipers to stop working—leading to a crash and/or subsequent injuries, especially in a heavy rainstorm. The recall involves Accords from the 2003 model year. Owners of this model are asked to visit a Honda dealership where dealers will inspect the windshield wiper motor and install a cover over the motor if no signs of corrosion are present. If there is corrosion, they will replace the motor. No injuries or crashes has of yet been reported.

A defective windshield wiper motor is legally classified as a dangerous or defective product. A defective product is one that causes a personal injury or illness (including physical or psychological) as a result of a defect in the product or its labeling. Products that could be potentially dangerous or defective cover a wide gamut of items including household cleaners and cleaning products, toys, automobiles, office products, health and beauty aids, medical appliances or devices, prescription pharmaceutical drugs and even everyday over-the-counter medications.

The designer, manufacturer, and others involved in the chain of commerce, including the distribution of the products that caused the injury or illness, can be held legally liable for injuries and illnesses caused by a defective product. These types of claims are typically filed as products liability lawsuits and can be brought by an individual or a class action claim.

For more information about the 2003 Accord recall, contact Honda at 800-999-1009. Although no injuries/accidents have been attributed to the defective Honda wipers, if you feel you have suffered injuries due to this product, contact a qualified Lead Counsel Products Liability Lawyer in your area today to discuss your legal claim.