The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. During the assembly process, the air cleaner box cover May have been damaged, and a broken plastic piece could travel into the intake chamber.
The risk
If the plastic piece lodges in the throttle body, the throttle could stick in a partially open position. Although the driver can always stop the car by applying additional brake force, or by taking other actions (I.e., shift into neutral, turn off the ignition key, etc.), if the car continues to maintain speed when the driver is expecting it to slow, a crash could occur.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the air cleaner box for damage. If damage is found, the dealer will locate and remove the broken plastic piece, and replace the air cleaner box lid. Owner notification began on October 25, 2001. 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 1-800-999-1009.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-329 (01V329000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling › Engine |
| Report date | October 22, 2001 |
| Owners notified | October 25, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 295 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-329 repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the air cleaner box for damage. If damage is found, the dealer will locate and remove the broken plastic piece, and replace the air cleaner box lid. Owner notification began on October 25, 2001.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 295 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.