NHTSA Recall 03V422000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V422000; Date: Oct. 27, 2003
If the vehicle operator 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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Honda CR-V
Component: Electrical System:ignition:switch
Manufactured by: American Honda Motor Co.
Affected Units:: 76,988
Recall Summary:
On certain sport utility vehicles, metal particles in the key cylinder body could interfere with the interlock lever operation, making it possible to remove the ignition key without shifting the transmission to "park. "
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and test ignition switches for contamination interference. Any switches that fail the test will be repaired. Owner notification began on novenber 3, 2003. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 3, 2003
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