Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Electrical System — Ignition — Switch

Date Announced
MAY 16, 2002
Vehicles Affected
1,000,000
NHTSA Campaign #
02V120000
Summary
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.
Actions
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.
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