NHTSA Recall 05V025000: Switch (electrical system)
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 486,659 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Acura TL.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V025000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | P68, P69 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH |
| Report received | January 28, 2005 |
| Owner notification | March 7, 2005 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the interlock operation of the ignition switch may not function properly, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the "off" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to park.
Safety risk
If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that confirms interlock function. Vehicles will be updated with a redesigned interlock lever free of charge. The recall began on march 7, 2005. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Notes
Honda recall nos.p68, p69.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V025000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Acura TL | 1999, 2000 |
| Honda Accord | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Honda Prelude | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
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.