Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
What Happened
The ignition switch is the part that helps keep your vehicle in gear when you turn off the engine. In some 2003-2006 Honda and Acura models, the switch's internal lever can become misshapen, making it possible for the vehicle to roll away if you take the key out while it's not in park.
Risk if Unfixed
If the ignition switch fails to stop your vehicle from rolling away, you could lose control of it and it could move on its own, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Free Fix
Your Honda or Acura dealer will replace the faulty ignition switch lever and any other necessary parts for free. You'll get a notification with instructions on how to schedule the repair – just follow the steps and it'll be taken care of at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Honda is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Pilot and Odyssey and 2003 through 2006 Acura MDX passenger vehicles manufactured from November 26, 2001, through August 30, 2006. The interlock lever of the ignition switch may deform, which can allow the interlock function of a vehicle with an automatic transmission to be defeated.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Removal of the ignition key when the gear selector of a vehicle with an automatic transmission has not been shifted to the park position can allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda or Acura dealer. The dealer will install an updated shift interlock lever and, if necessary, replace any necessary part of the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
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