Honda recalls 440,000 cars

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By ABC30

Saturday, August 1, 2009

The airbag inflators in them may over-pressurize as the airbag is deploying, which could cause the inflator casing to rupture, showering the interior with metal fragments.

The cars include the 2001-2002 Honda Accord, 2001 Civic, and 2002-2003 Acura TL.

Honda says the defect has caused at least six injuries and one death.

Honda owners can find specific information concerning their vehicle at www.owners.honda.com/recalls

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