1999 Honda Accord Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1999 Honda Accord. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 20V026000Jan 17, 20201,439,841 vehicles potentially affected
  Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
  Covers: Honda Accord 1998–2000, Civic 1996–2000, CR-V 1997–2000 +6 more

  Reported issue: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators…

  Possible consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

  Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer…

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• 05V025000Jan 28, 2005486,659 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
  Covers: Honda Accord 1999–2002, Prelude 1997–2001, Acura TL 1999–2000

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, the interlock operation of the ignition switch may not function properly, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the "off" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to park.

  Possible consequence: If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.

  Remedy: Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that confirms interlock function. Vehicles will be updated with a redesigned interlock lever free of charge. The recall began on march 7, 2005. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.

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• 03V423000Oct 27, 2003563,861 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
  Covers: Honda Accord 1998–1999, Acura CL 1998–1999, TL 1999 +1 more

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles and mini vans, the ignition switch may wear excessively and prevent proper interlock operation, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the "off" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to "park."

  Possible consequence: If the vehicle operator does not shift to "park" before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.

  Remedy: Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that determines the amount of cylinder body wear. If significant wear is indicated, the dealer will replace the cylinder body, collar, and latch plate. If no signs of wear are indicated, dealers will replace the latch plate with a redesigned part. Owner notification began…

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• 02V120000May 16, 20021,000,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
  Covers: Honda Accord 1997–1999, Acura CL 1997–1999, Honda CR-V 1997–1999 +5 more

  Reported issue: On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle is started.

  Possible consequence: Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition switch. Owner notification began june 14, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.

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NHTSA investigations

• DP04006Ignition-park interlockClosed · Oct 8, 2004
• EA03017Ignition-park interlockClosed · Sep 9, 2003
• PE03014Ignition-park interlock systemClosed · Apr 15, 2003
• PE02072Seat frame bracket failureClosed · Oct 2, 2002

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