Acura recalling TSX sedans for corrosion

Honda Motor Co.'s luxury Acura brandis recalling 76,000 TSX sedans in America because corrosion could cause them tostall in cold weather.

TSX sedans from the 2004 through 2008 model years areincluded in the recall.

Acura says that in places where road salt is heavily used,salt and water can saturate the carpet under the dashboard that covers thevehicle's electrical control unit. Salty water can corrode the metal case thathouses the electrical unit. If that corrosion damages the wiring in the unit,the vehicle may stall.

Acura says no crashes or injuries related to the problemhave been reported.

Acura will notify owners about the recall nextmonth. The company will install a water-resistant cover over the electricalunit at no charge.

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