1998 Acura CL and Honda Accord recall: park/neutral start interlock switch
American Honda Motor Co. reported this safety recall on February 10, 1998. It covers about 33,966 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 33,966
- reported
- Feb 10, 1998
- owners notified
- Feb 12, 1998
- related complaints
- 287
Power train: automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch
- What is wrong
- 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."
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a collar on the transmission parking pawl to ensure proper movement of the actuation lever.
Recall number 98V018000
Affected vehicles
- Acura CL 1998 1998
- Honda Accord 1998 1998
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 287 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 98V018000
Is there a recall on the 1998 Acura CL and Honda Accord park/neutral start interlock switch?
Yes. Recall 98V018000, reported on February 10, 1998, covers about 33,966 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V018000?
Dealers will install a collar on the transmission parking pawl to ensure proper movement of the actuation lever.
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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