Honda Prelude

On certain 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.  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.  Correction: Dealers will perform the required inspection and necessary repairs.

On certain vehicles electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle is started. Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

On certain vehicles, the front suspension lower ball joints may prematurely wear out due to improper finishing of the surface of the spherical portion of the ball joints between the front lower arm and knuckle.  Although a loosening ball joint will emit some noise, in the worst case the ball joint may separate without prior warning.  A separated ball joint can result in an apparent sudden loss of power, reduced steering control and a possible crash.  Correction:  The front suspension lower ball joints will be replaced.

On certain vehicles, the platic front seatbelt release buttons may break allowing plastic pieces to fall into the buckle assembly.  If this should happen, a no latch, false latch or failure to unlatch condition could occur creating the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash or sudden stop.  Correction: Front seatbelt buckles will be repaired or replaced as necessary.

On certain vehicles, road salt may cause the fuel filler and/or breather pipe to rust through, resulting in fuel leakage.  In the presence of an igntion source a vehicle fire could occur.  Correction: Vehicles will be inspected and repaired if necessary.