The problem
Vehicle description: Mini vans. The dimmer control for the instrument panel lights can fail.
The risk
At night, the driver would not be able to see instrument panel gauges and displays.
The fix
Dealers will replace the multiplex unit.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-183 (00V183000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Interior lighting |
| Report date | July 6, 2000 |
| Owners notified | August 30, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 78,910 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-183 repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the multiplex unit.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 78,910 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.