Recall 98V-018
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. recalled the 1998 Acura CL and 1 other model: Power train (automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-018
- Reported
- February 10, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 33,966 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
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."
The 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.
The fix
Dealers will install a collar on the transmission parking pawl to ensure proper movement of the actuation lever.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began february 12, 1998. 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-[removed] or acura at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Acura CL 1998
- Honda Accord 1998