NHTSA Recall 01V161000: Power window devices and controls (visibility)
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,575 vehicles. It affects 2002 Acura TL.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V161000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY › POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS |
| Report received | May 3, 2001 |
| Owner notification | May 21, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: sedans equipped with an "auto-up" power window feature on the driver's door. The driver's side power window control unit can fail, and depending on the failure mode, the window could become inoperative, open or close independent of switch activation, or the auto-reverse system may not operate.
Safety risk
The auto-reverse system failure could result in occupant injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the power window control unit. Owner notification began may 21, 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 acura at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V161000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Acura TL | 2002 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.