NHTSA Recall 04V256000: Interior lighting
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 19,572 vehicles. It affects 2000–2001 Honda Accord.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V256000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | P36 |
| Component | INTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | June 7, 2004 |
| Owner notification | June 16, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the dimmer control for the instrument panel lights could fail due to heat buildup.
Safety risk
If this occurs, the instrument lights may fail and, at night, the driver may not be able to see the instrument panel gauges, such as the speedometer.
Remedy
Dealers will replace a multiplex control unit for the instrument panel lights. Owner notification began june 16, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda recall no. P36.customers can 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 04V256000
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.