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NHTSA Campaign ID:  04V256000
Component:  Interior Lighting
Manufacturer:  American Honda Motor Co.
Year:
2001
Make:
Honda
Model:
Accord
Recall Date:
06/09/2004
Potential Number of Units Affected: 19,572
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, the dimmer control for the instrument panel lights could fail due to heat buildup.
Consequence Summary:
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.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will replace a multiplex control unit for the instrument panel lights. Owner notification is expected to begin during July 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

NHTSA Campaign ID:  05V025000
Component:  Electrical System: Ignition: Switch
Manufacturer:  American Honda Motor Co.
Year:
2001
Make:
Honda
Model:
Accord
Recall Date:
01/27/2005
Potential Number of Units Affected: 486,659
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
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.
Consequence Summary:
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.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that confirms interlock function. Vehicles will be updated with a redesigned interlock lever. The recall is expected to begin during February 2005. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

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