Started car and messages came up to check VSA and ABS systems. Dash lights for VSA, ABS and VTM-4 remained on. Took to my dealer and thought it would be repaired under new car warranty. Was told that wire to sensor appeared to be cut and it would not be covered under warranty. Not happy! Service manager and I went to see the wire and it is UNDER the car going to the right rear wheel (sensor and wire go to each rear wheel and possibly the front wheels also.) The wire did look like it was partially cut and could have been done by a branch, etc. (according to the service manager.) Keep in mind, this is a 4-wheel drive vehicle and may go on rough terrain.

My gripe is that the sensor wire goes from the middle of the undercarriage to each rear wheel and is totally unprotected. Also, the sensor and wire are one piece and should have a connector rather than one piece so it could be repaired. Additionally, the wire should be encased in a wire conduit (the flexible wire conduit that could be purchased from a parts store.) This would add some level of protection. I am in California and the only replacement part in the US is in Texas and hopefully my dealer will get it before another dealer gobbles it up. Was told I could drive my vehicle until it is repaired and it is safe, but, the ABS and 4-wheel drive systems (VSA?) would not work if needed. Really safe??? I believe this is a Honda design flaw and should be covered under warranty!