1998 Honda Prelude Recalls

What To Do If Your Prelude Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Honda, so if you own a 1998 Prelude take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Honda to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 1998 Prelude Recalls

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1998 Honda Prelude

  • Recall Announced JUNE 29 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E060000
  • Number Affected 87,745

  Summary: Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment."

  Consequence: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash

  Fix: Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2006. Owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E060000 »

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1998 Honda Prelude

  • Recall Announced MARCH 23 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E026000
  • Number Affected 61,944

  Summary: Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

  Consequence: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

  Fix: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E026000 »

• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH Recall for 1998 Honda Prelude

  • Recall Announced JANUARY 28 2005
  • NHTSA Reference #05V025000
  • Number Affected 486,659

  Summary: 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.

  Consequence: 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.

  Fix: 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.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V025000 »

• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH Recall for 1998 Honda Prelude

  • Recall Announced MAY 16 2002
  • NHTSA Reference #02V120000
  • Number Affected 1,000,000

  Summary: On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle is started.

  Consequence: Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the ignition switch. Owner notification began June 14, 2002. 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 Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or Acura at 1-800-382-2238.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #02V120000 »

• SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT Recall for 1998 Honda Prelude

  • Recall Announced MAY 10 1999
  • NHTSA Reference #99V069000
  • Number Affected 124,875

  Summary: Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles. Certain vehicles were manufactured with ball joints that can prematurely wear out and, in the worse case, the ball joint would separate causing the front suspension to collapse.

  Consequence: This condition would result in vehicle deceleration and a sudden loss of power. Also steering controllability would be reduced.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #99V069000 »