Parking brakes spur Civic recallDETROIT — Honda is recalling 350,000 Civics in the U.S. because their parking brakes may not function properly.Civic coupes and sedans from the 2016 model year are affected by the recall. The recall only impacts Civics sold in the U.S.Honda says the electric parking brake may not work if it’s applied immediately after turning the ignition off. If it can’t be applied, the “brake” warning light will blink in the instrument panel.If the parking brake isn’t working and the driver doesn’t select the parking gear, the vehicle is at risk of rolling away.Honda says no crashes or injuries have been reported. The problem was discovered through warranty claims.Honda will notify owners starting next month. The company will repair the cars for free.

Hershey’s CEO plans to retireNEW YORK — Hershey says CEO John Bilbrey plans to retire next year.The news comes less than two months after Oreo cookie maker Mondelez ended talks to buy Hershey, in a deal that would have brought together some of the world’s best known brands.Hershey makes Reese’s peanut butter cups, Kisses and other chocolates and candies. Bilbrey will retire on July 1, 2017 and stay on as a non-executive chairman. Bilbrey, who is 60, was named CEO five years ago and joined the company 13 years ago.Hershey has created a committee to direct the CEO search process.