The problem
On certain sport utility vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia. In areas where large quantities of road salt are used, the front suspension coil springs have insufficient corrosion protection, and May be susceptible to corrosion.
The risk
Excessive corrosion can cause spring failure and a broken spring could puncture a front tire, which increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace both front springs with improved springs. The recall began on October 11, 2005. Owners May contact Acura at 800-382-2238.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-385 (05V385000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | P92 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs |
| Report date | September 1, 2005 |
| Owners notified | October 11, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 22,861 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-385 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace both front springs with improved springs. The recall began on October 11, 2005. Owners May contact Acura at 800-382-2238.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 22,861 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.