Recall 05V025000: 1997–2001 Honda Prelude and 2 other models

Report received

Jan 28, 2005

Manufacturer

Honda (american honda motor co.)

Potentially affected

486,659vehicles

Model years

1997–2002

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1999 Acura TL157 complaints
• 2000 Acura TL249 complaints
• 1999 Honda Accord1,135 complaints
• 2000 Honda Accord1,183 complaints
• 2001 Honda Accord922 complaints
• 2002 Honda Accord1,050 complaints
• 1997 Honda Prelude66 complaints
• 1998 Honda Prelude69 complaints
• 1999 Honda Prelude31 complaints
• 2000 Honda Prelude13 complaints
• 2001 Honda Prelude21 complaints