The problem
On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle is started.
The risk
Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the ignition switch. Owner notification began June 14, 2002. 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 or Acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 02V-120 (02V120000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Isuzu Motors Limited |
| Component | Electrical system › Ignition › Switch |
| Report date | May 16, 2002 |
| Owners notified | June 14, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,000,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 1997 Acura CL
- 1998 Acura CL
- 1999 Acura CL
- 1999 Acura TL
- 1997 Honda Accord
- 1998 Honda Accord
- 1999 Honda Accord
- 1998 Honda Civic
- 1999 Honda Civic
- 2000 Honda Civic
- 1997 Honda CR-V
- 1998 Honda CR-V
- 1999 Honda CR-V
- 1997 Honda Odyssey
- 1998 Honda Odyssey
- 1999 Honda Odyssey
- 1997 Honda Prelude
- 1998 Honda Prelude
- 1999 Honda Prelude
- 1998 Isuzu Oasis
- 1999 Isuzu Oasis
Owner complaints about the electrical system
- 1997 Acura CL electrical problems 15
- 1998 Acura CL electrical problems 18
- 1999 Acura CL electrical problems 11
- 1999 Acura TL electrical problems 58
- 1997 Honda Accord electrical problems 96
- 1998 Honda Accord electrical problems 308
- 1999 Honda Accord electrical problems 388
- 1998 Honda Civic electrical problems 88
- 1999 Honda Civic electrical problems 118
- 2000 Honda Civic electrical problems 38
- 1997 Honda CR-V electrical problems 31
- 1998 Honda CR-V electrical problems 38
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 02V-120 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the ignition switch. Owner notification began June 14, 2002. 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,000,000 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.