Recall 10V033 affects 141,000 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles for water intrusion at the power window switch. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 141,000 2007-2008 Fit vehicles because water entering the driver's window can reach the master power window switch. A damaged switch can overheat, fail, and cause smoke, melting, or fire; the dealer repair will be free once Honda makes the remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The master power window switch on the 2007-2008 Honda Fit is the driver-door control panel for the power windows. It sends electrical commands to raise or lower the windows, and it sits where the driver uses it every day, close to the window opening.
On affected Fits, severe conditions allow water to enter through the driver's window area and reach that switch. Water inside an electrical switch damages the contacts and wiring path. Once damaged, the switch can overheat and fail instead of carrying the window-control signal normally.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner who notices the driver window controls stop responding, feel hot, or act erratically should treat that as a reason to have the switch inspected by a Honda dealer.
Who's affected?
The same power-window control component is listed for both 2007 and 2008 Fit hatchbacks.
| 2007 Honda Fit | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2008 Honda Fit | visibility component |
| Units affected | 141,000 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included.
What's the safety risk?
An overheated switch creates smoke, melting, and fire risk. If you notice smoke, heat, or melted plastic near the switch area, stop using the vehicle and call a Honda dealer for guidance before driving again. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2008 Honda Fit is included in this recall.
- Contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009 to confirm current repair instructions before scheduling.
- Ask a franchised Honda dealer about the free driver-window master-switch inspection, switch-cover installation, and switch replacement if water intrusion damaged the switch.
- Reference recall number 10V033 when you call the dealer.
- Avoid getting water into the driver's window switch area until the inspection and repair are complete.
What happens at the repair
Honda's remedy is an inspection of the driver's master power window switch. At the dealer, a Honda technician checks the switch for water damage, installs a cover around the switch housing to keep water out, and replaces the switch if damage is found. The source remedy says the recall service began March 19, 2010, and the dealer repair is performed free of charge under the recall.
Timeline
| February 2, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 19, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V033?
Recall 10V033 covers 141,000 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles with a master power window switch that can be damaged when water reaches the switch. An overheated switch can cause smoke, melting, and fire. Honda dealers inspect the switch, install a cover, and replace damaged switches for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2008 Honda Fit is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Fit is included in recall 10V033. If it is, call a franchised Honda dealer and reference the recall number. The dealer will inspect the master power window switch, install the protective cover, and replace the switch if damage is found.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Honda's recall remedy says this service is performed free of charge. A franchised Honda dealer will inspect the master power window switch, install the cover around the switch housing, and replace the switch if water damage is found.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is smoke, melting, and fire from an overheated master power window switch. Water entering the driver's window area can reach and damage the switch. The dealer repair addresses the water intrusion path by adding a cover and replacing damaged switches for free.
When did Honda start the recall repair?
Honda began the safety recall repair on March 19, 2010. Owners of included 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles can contact a franchised Honda dealer and reference recall 10V033 to schedule the free switch inspection, cover installation, and switch replacement if needed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V033000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-800-999-1009 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V033 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V033000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 4, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →