Takata recall any time I put my car in d4 (automatic) it gets to about 2500 RPM to 3000 RPM in 1st then I have to message the throttle so it will shift and once it shifts to 2nd it starts shifting very quickly no matter the rpms to 3rd then 4th. Also when it's shifting it jerks pretty violently.
The worst 2001 Honda Prelude problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Transmission11
- Brakes4
- Electrical4
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Engine1
- Lights1
- Steering1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Honda Prelude
Recalls 1
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 05V025000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 2001 Honda Prelude
Defect investigations
Ignition-park interlock
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 (the federal safety agency 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?s new recall (the federal safety agency 05v‑025, honda p68, p69); 402,525 of these were investigated in dp04-006.seepart 573 documents related to 05v‑025 for further detail on other models and mys.odi notes that, according to honda?s analysis, interlock system warranty rates for the tl and prelude models involved in 05v‑025 are similar to those of the accord models.information provided by honda during dp04-006 indicates that certain vehicles containing interlock systems made by its japanese lock manufacturing facility may contain defective internal components.in combination with certain wear and usage factors, this may lead to a condition that prevents the system from blocking removal of the ignition key when the vehicle is not in park.if the driver leaves the transmission in a non-park position and fails to set the hand brake when parking, the vehicle may roll away and crash.interlock systems manufactured by honda?s u.s. Lock manufacturer do not appear to contain this defect and are therefore not included in the recall action. In a letter dated january 27, 2005, honda advised that it will conduct a safety recall to either upgrade (for operative systems) or repair (for inoperative systems) subject interlock systems with new design level components that do not contain the defect.
PE05002
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Honda Prelude 58
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- There are several A/C leak detection tools available
- This SKU is a Front Upper Ball Joint
- Dealer message
- Dealer message
- Load carrying capacity reduced label for all honda vehicles.
- Concerns with engine hesitation or stumble CAN be felt under light acceleration between 1,500 and 2,000 RPM
- Accord, odyssey, and prelude automatic transmission
- DTC (diagnostic trouble code) P1279, pgm tester software error
- A condition exist where the upper windshield molding is warped or deformed
- Concerns with warped or deformed windshield molding
2001 Honda Prelude fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19-20 | 24-25 | 21-22 |
What 2001 Honda Prelude owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving the car just turns off then wont start for awhile when starts back up shuts off while driving down the road we know there is a recall on the ignition switch and interior lights on this vehicle we have three kids that ride in this car and don't want something to happen while we are driving the car and it shuts off nd wont start while we are in traffic. Please help.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 honda prelude. While driving approximately 15 MPH a vehicle crashed into the front end passenger side of the contacts vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the body damage was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Just like many other 97-01 honda preludes my car has begin to have problems shifting. If I do not allow my car to warm up it will rev really high and jerk into gear. The first time it happened I pulled out of my driveway and it revved really high. Had the driver behind me not swerved over they would have rear ended me.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 honda prelude. The contact stated that while parked, she was able to remove the key from the ignition with the vehicle in neutral. The failure recurred intermittently for approximately one year. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for the failure and was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000 and the current mileage was 123,000.
When starting my 2001 honda prelude, putting into d4 (auto transmission) and beginning to drive, it would hit 3 RPM and not automatically shift. After hitting 3 RPM, it would rev up to 5 RPM before jerking into gear. This happens each time I first drive my car after it had been sitting, unless allowing it 10-15 minutes to completely warm up. If 2nd gear did happen to engage, it would have to rev and jerk into 3rd gear. I have taken it a few times to the auto shop although the transmission fluid levels remained fine and no other indication of a blown transmission was found.
2001 honda prelude sh, had a previous manual transmission overhaul after driving it for 3 days the manual transmission gave out on the vehicle 3 days later, making loud annoying noises.
On two separate occasions when applying the brakes when coming to a stop the engine cuts off, without warning, no jerking, nothing. The dash had three lights lit as when you turn the ignition on before you start the car. The car can be restarted immediately after engine dies. Taking it to honda on 8/7/07.
Brakes are sticking and causing the car to vibrate and emit a low humming noise. When I put my foot under the brake pedal and pulled it up the noise went away. Honda dealerships had'cut the rotors three times, which was not in any way normal! They told me they could not duplicate the problem so refused to fix it, but didn't the need to cut the rotors three times indicate a serious problem?
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 honda prelude. On two separate occasions the vehicle failed to start, but the anti theft indicator illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and the ignition switch was repaired. The contact's vehicle was not included in recall # 05v02500. The current and failure mileage were 36,663.*ak left message 10/16/07 .
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Questions about the 2001 Honda Prelude
Is the 2001 Honda Prelude reliable?
Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 2001 Honda Prelude, close to a typical Prelude model year.
What is the 2001 Honda Prelude year score?
The 2001 Honda Prelude scores 75 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Honda Prelude: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Honda Prelude?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 11 complaints, typically around 69,000 miles. Next is brakes (4).
How many recalls does the 2001 Honda Prelude have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
What year does the Honda Prelude have bad transmission?
The Honda Prelude model years with the most transmission complaints are 1997 (40 complaints), 1998 (31 complaints) and 2001 (11 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2001 Honda Prelude get?
Official estimates for the 2001 Honda Prelude range from 21 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19-20 city and 24-25 highway.
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