Date: 22.09.1998
Component: Electrical System > Wiring > Front Underhood
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co.
Description:
Vehicle description: sedan, coupe and wagon passenger vehicles except the dx model and models with v6 engines. the factory installed air conditioner wire harness was improperly routed allowing some wires to rub against each other, eventually causing a short circuit.
Consequencs:
The short circuit canpossibly cause the underhood wireing to overheat and smoke, causing a fire in the engine compartment. a short circuit can also result in a blown fuse or dead battery.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for proper routing of these wires. any harness improperly routed will be inspected for damage and the routing will be corrected. if any insulation is worn through and the copper wires are exposed, the harness will be replaced. dealers will also install plastic tubing to protect the harness.
Date: 22.09.1998
Component: Electrical System > Wiring > Front Underhood
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co.
Description:
Vehicle description: sedan, coupe and wagon passenger vehicles except the dx model and models with v6 engines. the factory installed air conditioner wire harness was improperly routed allowing some wires to rub against each other, eventually causing a short circuit.
Consequencs:
The short circuit canpossibly cause the underhood wireing to overheat and smoke, causing a fire in the engine compartment. a short circuit can also result in a blown fuse or dead battery.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for proper routing of these wires. any harness improperly routed will be inspected for damage and the routing will be corrected. if any insulation is worn through and the copper wires are exposed, the harness will be replaced. dealers will also install plastic tubing to protect the harness.
Date: 22.09.1998
Component: Electrical System > Wiring > Front Underhood
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co.
Description:
Vehicle description: sedan, coupe and wagon passenger vehicles except the dx model and models with v6 engines. the factory installed air conditioner wire harness was improperly routed allowing some wires to rub against each other, eventually causing a short circuit.
Consequencs:
The short circuit canpossibly cause the underhood wireing to overheat and smoke, causing a fire in the engine compartment. a short circuit can also result in a blown fuse or dead battery.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for proper routing of these wires. any harness improperly routed will be inspected for damage and the routing will be corrected. if any insulation is worn through and the copper wires are exposed, the harness will be replaced. dealers will also install plastic tubing to protect the harness.
Date: 16.05.2002
Component: Electrical System > Ignition > Switch
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co.
Description:
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.
Consequencs:
Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
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.
Date: 10.05.1999
Component: Suspension > Front > Control Arm > Lower Ball Joint
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co.
Description:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. certain vehicles were manufactured with ball joints that can prematurely wear out and, in the worse case, the ball joint would separate causing the front suspension to collapse.
Consequencs:
This condition would result in vehicle deceleration and a sudden loss of power. also steering controllability would be reduced.
Notes:
Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints.
Date: 10.05.1999
Component: Suspension > Front > Control Arm > Lower Ball Joint
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co.
Description:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. certain vehicles were manufactured with ball joints that can prematurely wear out and, in the worse case, the ball joint would separate causing the front suspension to collapse.
Consequencs:
This condition would result in vehicle deceleration and a sudden loss of power. also steering controllability would be reduced.
Notes:
Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints.
Date: 16.12.1997
Component: Seat Belts > Front > Anchorage
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co.
Description:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the front passenger seat belt retractor mounting bracket was improperly welded.
Consequencs:
This condition can cause the bracket to separate from the vehicle body in a crash.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect and repair these vehicles.
Date: 16.05.2002
Component: Electrical System > Ignition > Switch
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co.
Description:
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.
Consequencs:
Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
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.
Date: 10.02.1998
Component: Power Train > Automatic Transmission > Park/neutral Start Switch
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co.
Description:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles (honda accord sedans manufactured from september 18, 1997 to january 10, 1998; coupes manufactured december 11, december 15, 1997, and january 5, 1998; acura 2.3cl manufactured october 22, 1997 through january 7, 1998). during manufacturing, the casting die caused an irregularity in the right-side transmission cover. this irregularity can limit the movement of the parking pawl actuation level and prevent adequate engagement of the parking gear pawl. this does not comply with fmvs no. 114, "theft protection."
Consequencs:
This condition can cause the vehicle to roll down an incline when the transmission is locked in "park," increasing the risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
Notes:
Dealers will install a collar on the transmission parking pawl to ensure proper movement of the actuation lever.
Date: 27.10.2003
Component: Electrical System > Ignition > Switch
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co.
Description:
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."
Consequencs:
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.
Notes:
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 december 8, 2003. owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
