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When problems were reported
Mileage at the reported incident
Limited mileage data: 1 of 46 reports include usable mileage. There isn’t enough coverage to show a useful chart.
NHTSA’s mileage field refers to the reported incident, not necessarily the filing date. This shows report counts, not the likelihood of a failure.
What to inspect
Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.
Vehicle Speed Control. Review the 13 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
Seat Belts. Review the 10 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
Electrical System. Review the 7 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
4 crash reports1 fire reports4 injury reports
What owners actually said
46 reports
Mileage unknown · Sep 30, 1999
Structure
REAR BEAM WHICH SUPPORTS BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT REAR "A" FRAMES IS RUSTED MORE THAN 3/4 THROUGH CAUSING BEAM TO BEND IN THE CENTER CAUSING REAR WHEELS TO COME OUT OF ALIGNMENT, ALSO WHEN THE PART TOTALLY FAILS BOTH OF MY REAR WHEELS WILL COLLAPSE. I HAD A SIMILAR PROBLEM WITH A HONDA EXCEPT IT WAS THE FRONT BEAM THAT RUSTED THROUGH…
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REAR BEAM WHICH SUPPORTS BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT REAR "A" FRAMES IS RUSTED MORE THAN 3/4 THROUGH CAUSING BEAM TO BEND IN THE CENTER CAUSING REAR WHEELS TO COME OUT OF ALIGNMENT, ALSO WHEN THE PART TOTALLY FAILS BOTH OF MY REAR WHEELS WILL COLLAPSE. I HAD A SIMILAR PROBLEM WITH A HONDA EXCEPT IT WAS THE FRONT BEAM THAT RUSTED THROUGH. I LIVE IN THE NORTHEAST WHERE WE USE SALT IN THE WINTER. CAN I GET THE DEALER TO FIX THIS SAFETY PROBLEM?
NHTSA ODI #712593
Mileage unknown · Sep 3, 1999
Fuel System, Gasoline
CAR FEELS UNSAFE IN PARKED OR TEMPORARY STALL POSITION. CONTACTED A HONDA DEALER WHO INFORMED US THAT THERE IS A STATUTE OF LIMITATION TO FIXING A RECALL ITEM. WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THIS IS TRUE. 2ND, WE HAVE NO IDEA HOW MANY PEOPLE OWNED THE VHICLE BEFORE US. HOWEVER, WE NEED TO KNOW IF THIS PROBLEM WAS EVER ADDRESSED IN…
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CAR FEELS UNSAFE IN PARKED OR TEMPORARY STALL POSITION. CONTACTED A HONDA DEALER WHO INFORMED US THAT THERE IS A STATUTE OF LIMITATION TO FIXING A RECALL ITEM. WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THIS IS TRUE. 2ND, WE HAVE NO IDEA HOW MANY PEOPLE OWNED THE VHICLE BEFORE US. HOWEVER, WE NEED TO KNOW IF THIS PROBLEM WAS EVER ADDRESSED IN THIS VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI #710877
Mileage unknown · Aug 16, 1999
Vehicle Speed Control
THE ENGINE SUDDENLY LURCHES FORWARD AND THE RPMS INCREASE UNEXPECTEDLY TO AN UNCONTROLLABLE LEVEL. THE PROBLEM BEGAN IN EARLY 1996. HONDA SAYS THE RECALL OF A SIMILAR PART DOES NOT COVER MY CAR. IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. IS MINE THE ONLY SUCH REPORT AND WHAT RECOURSE DO I HAVE AS FAR AS NHTSA IS CONCERNED.
NHTSA ODI #710036
Mileage unknown · Jul 31, 1999
Vehicle Speed Control
WHILE CONSUMERS FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE THE VEHICLE IDLES HIGH AND LUNGES FORWARD.
NHTSA ODI #547674
Mileage unknown · May 22, 1999
Unknown Or Other
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI #706755
Mileage unknown · Apr 6, 1999
Vehicle Speed Control
WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE IS IDLING VERY HIGH. HOWEVER, WHEN CONSUMER TAKES FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL, VEHICLE JERKS FORWARD AND THE IDLE IS INCREASED WITH HIGH SPEED. *AK
NHTSA ODI #836538
Mileage unknown · Mar 30, 1999
Suspension
AFTER HAVING VEHICLE CHECKED FOR ROUTINE SERVICE THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS WERE FOUND TO BE WORN OUT. THE ARMS HAVE TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THEY ARE NOT ABLE TO BE LUBRICATED. *AK.ET.
NHTSA ODI #836315
Mileage unknown · Mar 26, 1999
Vehicle Speed Control
THE CAR IDLES AND THE SURGES WHILE IN GEAR BUT AT A STOP. THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO FIGHT THE BRAKES. THIS IS SIMILAR TO A PROBLEM ALREADY IN ANOTHER RECALL BUT HONDA SAYS THIS VEHICLE IS NOT COVERED BY THE RECALL. *AK
NHTSA ODI #704945
Mileage unknown · Nov 2, 1998
Seats
HEADREST BROKE WITHOUT ANY KNOWN FORCE OR ACCIDENT.
NHTSA ODI #542373
Mileage unknown · Oct 4, 1998
Vehicle Speed Control
FUEL INJECTION IDLE SPEED CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FAILED.
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES. CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. CHECK THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUG ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, THEN PRESS THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS ANY SIGN OF BREAKAGE OR CRACKING, OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, PROMPTLY CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED HONDA/ACURA DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.
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