The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The transfer gearbox flange nuts were not properly installed, causing the nuts to loosen.
The risk
If the flange nuts loosen, the propeller shaft can separate, rendering the vehicle inopeative.
The fix
Dealers will inspect front and rear flange nuts and, if found loose, tighten to specified torque and secured staked at two places.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-180 (98V180000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive) |
| Report date | August 3, 1998 |
| Owners notified | August 24, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,062 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-180 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect front and rear flange nuts and, if found loose, tighten to specified torque and secured staked at two places.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,062 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.