Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
05V025000HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)from 02/16/1999 to 07/30/1999V (Vehicle)48665903/07/2005ODIHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)01/28/200501/31/2005
Defect SummaryOn 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.
Consequence SummaryIf 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.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesHonda recall nos.p68, p69.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
03V423000AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.from 01/07/1998 to 02/15/1999V (Vehicle)56386112/08/2003ODIHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)10/27/200310/30/2003
Defect SummaryOn 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
Consequence SummaryIf 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.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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 december 8, 2003. owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
NotesHonda recall no. 03-088/acura recall no. 03-034.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
02V120000AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.from 01/07/1998 to 08/26/1999V (Vehicle)100000006/14/2002MFRHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)05/16/200205/20/2002
Defect SummaryOn 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.
Consequence SummaryWorn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
30050103/30/2001619878American honda, honda of america manufacturing, and delphi will conduct the return of certain delphi batteries. the batteries involved are delphi freedom group size 35, cca 440. *tt07/05/2001
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
09120309/12/200310004665Letter to service manager regarding ignition switch recall campaign. *tt12/30/2003

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PE05002HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)01/13/200502/02/2005IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK05V025000
 The above failure report counts are for model year (my) 1999 - 2001 honda accord models that were not within the scope of a related honda recall action (nhtsa 03v423); these vehicles were investigated by odi under defect petition (dp) 04-006.complaint information for other models and model years was not obtained by odi.the noted population indicates the number of vehicles (including the my 2002 accord plus the prelude and tl models) that are within the scope of honda
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION
PE05002HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)01/13/200502/02/2005IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK05V025000
 The above failure report counts are for model year (my) 1999 - 2001 honda accord models that were not within the scope of a related honda recall action (nhtsa 03v423); these vehicles were investigated by odi under defect petition (dp) 04-006.complaint information for other models and model years was not obtained by odi.the noted population indicates the number of vehicles (including the my 2002 accord plus the prelude and tl models) that are within the scope of honda
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
PE05002HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)01/13/200502/02/2005IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK05V025000
 The above failure report counts are for model year (my) 1999 - 2001 honda accord models that were not within the scope of a related honda recall action (nhtsa 03v423); these vehicles were investigated by odi under defect petition (dp) 04-006.complaint information for other models and model years was not obtained by odi.the noted population indicates the number of vehicles (including the my 2002 accord plus the prelude and tl models) that are within the scope of honda

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10/01/20111000001
 While driving numerous times engine shuts down. i took notice that there were no common issues related to speed, weather outside, time of year. this has happened too many times to list. there was a recall on this car that was performed but it still happens with the new ignition switch. i know that i have to replace the ignition switch. *tr
10/01/2011100000
 While driving numerous times engine shuts down. i took notice that there were no common issues related to speed, weather outside, time of year. this has happened too many times to list. there was a recall on this car that was performed but it still happens with the new ignition switch. i know that i have to replace the ignition switch.
04/03/201299100
 Driving normally on city street when suddenly engine died & all electrical on console turned off. car was diagnosed with faulty ignition switch. there had been a recall for this part. i've confirmed that my car was serviced by dealer under that recall & the ignition switch had been replaced some time ago; the replaced part failed. incident placed my family in seriously dangerous situation--in middle of road/traffic without power or instruments & barely able to steer.
07/06/2011174000
 While driving, the car completely turned off electrically. i was required to pull off the road without any power assist to the brakes or steering. my mechanic indicated that there was an old recall of this part and after checking with acura they stated it had been replaced previous to my ownership. while the dealership first stated that it was covered when they replaced the part they said it was not covered again under the recall by acura. when i called the company to inquire about this at first the representative stated that it was covered and then someone else said it was not covered. even though they agreed to replace this part free of charge the dealership was quite pushy that they were 'right' about it not being 'covered'. my complaint is that this was a very serious incident, and i believe that the part for what ever reason should be replaced w/o cost to any consumer.
06/22/2011172000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1999 acura tl. while driving at approximately 50 mph the contact noticed smoke coming from the steering. also,the vehicle stalled. the contact waited for the vehicles temperature to cool and was able to drive the vehicle home. the vehicle stalled approximately seven different times. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 172,000. ds
06/11/2010127000
 I own a 99 acura tl 3.2 which turned off while i was driving 35mph three weeks ago. i then had the car in the shop to be looked at, and they replaced my cables. then last week i was driving 40mph and the car turned off while i was driving it again! i luckily had been in a local area both times and managed to turn the car to the shoulder of the road successfully. i am scared to drive this car ever again.
09/15/20091173161
 I have a 1999 acura tl and the engine stops while i am driving on the freeway, this has happened for 5 days and each time after i pull over and re-start the engine it will run fine, according to honda and acura there was a recall for the ignition switch, but when i went in to the dealer they say it is not covered by the recall. and i had to pay $280.00. they say the cost for the part is $75.00 and the labor is $210!!! *tr
06/27/20091080001
 While traveling on highway at 60 mph, the automobile will randomly loose all electricity, ignition, and power items - brakes - steering - and engine stalls out completely, after a few seconds to a few minutes, the car can be re-started and driven again. symptoms point to the ignition switch recall which was performed on this car a few years ago. acura is aware of the problem and has issued a tsb / safety recall for this problem but they only replace the part once with the exact same part that will fail eventually just as the first one did. local dealer ( first acura of seekonk, ma.) and the regional customer service department is claiming that i am responsible for all costs to resolve this serious known defect in acuras design of this component. is there anything that i can do other than knuckling down and paying for this repair out of my pocket? *tr
03/01/2008850001
 My ignition switch has been recalled and the acura website says it has been repaired. it has failed again. my transmission was suppose to have been repair a year ago. i left the car at the dealer and they told me it was fixed. i went out to the car and the transmission lockout still was not fixed. then they told me they would have to something different. the car had not left the dealers lot and was not fixed at that time. *tr
06/17/20051300001
 I have called honda several times on my 1999 acura tl,about the car cutting out while driving if they could tell me any information,they would tell me nothing but bring in to a dealer. after further checking on my part i find out about recall honda told me this car was fixed well guess what for two years it has been cutting out while driving we all learned how to drive the car but its not safe,it will cut out at any time than not to it for a month or do it ten times in one day. after further searching online some mechanics have said that under the original recall they replaced switch with same defective parts they had a over stock of,instead of a part replacement i keep a fire extinguisher in the car just in case. *tr
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION
03/20/200880000209/21/2001
 I have brought auto in twice to dealership to repair parts and still is not repaired. recall campaign numbers: 02v12000, 03v423000, 05v025000. *tr
05/01/20041
 Complaint regarding recall 02v120.*mr the vehicle stalled while driving. the consumer assumed he had bad gas therefore he treated the gasoline for the next several weeks but with no results. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the vehicle was recalled for a faulty ignition. *nm.
2
 After recall 02v120000 concerning ignition was done, problem reoccurred. had parts replacd twice. still having same problem.*ak
 Intermittently vehicle will not start. dealer has been notified. please provide further details. *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
02/02/20091799501
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 acura tl. while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle stalled and caused the contact to pull over to the side of the road. he restarted the vehicle and drove to his residence. the following day, he drove to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the ignition switch was defective. the dealer and manufacturer stated that the vehicle was previously repaired according to nhtsa campaign id number 02v120000 (electrical system:ignition:switch); therefore, the contact would be responsible for the repairs. the current mileage was 180,000 and failure mileage was 179,950. updated 03-09-09 *bf updated 03/13/09. *jb
03/20/200880000209/21/2001
 I have brought auto in twice to dealership to repair parts and still is not repaired. recall campaign numbers: 02v12000, 03v423000, 05v025000. *tr
05/21/20071400003007/15/1999
 I own a 1999 acura tl, my ignition switch which was recalled in 2002 and replaced is failing again. this happens most frequently when it is hot. the car will stall for no reason. it seems to stall most often at the higher rates of speed but now is stalling on a more regular basis
01/12/200710
 Sent my customer's acura to dealer last month for quitting problem, they did a transmission repair. looked at car here again and found a bad ignition switch causing problem. ignition switch appears to be covered by a recall, called dealer to verify. not only did customer not get letter but even when vehicle is at dealer for repair recalls do not get done. car quits on the highway while driving! . *jb
512/01/1998
 Car will start by returning key to off position and then try again. dealer contacted. *ak

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