2000-2001 Honda Accord recall: interior lighting

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on June 7, 2004. It covers about 19,572 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 19,572
reported: Jun 7, 2004
owners notified: Jun 16, 2004
related complaints: 70

Interior lighting

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the dimmer control for the instrument panel lights could fail due to heat buildup.
Risk: If this occurs, the instrument lights may fail and, at night, the driver may not be able to see the instrument panel gauges, such as the speedometer.
Remedy: Dealers will replace a multiplex control unit for the instrument panel lights. Owner notification began june 16, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.

Recall number 04V256000

Affected vehicles

Honda Accord 2000-2001 2000 2001

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 70 complaints about lights problems.

2000 Honda Accord 2001 Honda Accord

Questions about recall 04V256000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2001 Honda Accord interior lighting?

Yes. Recall 04V256000, reported on June 7, 2004, covers about 19,572 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V256000?

Dealers will replace a multiplex control unit for the instrument panel lights. Owner notification began june 16, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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