One problem related to automatic transmission park/neutral start switch has been reported for the 1997 Honda Accord. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I removed ignition key , thinking transmission was in park, and exited from car. The car rolled away. I discovered it was in drive. Honda has a recall # 03v423000 for this identical problem. The problem on my car has been verified by the dealer. I am being told that the recall does not include 1997s , only 1998-1999. I am hereby informing you that the problem also exists on 1997s (demonstratable on my vehical with 59k miles. ) 1997's should also be included in the recall. My case number with Honda is no12003-12-1000057. I would like to get this resolved immediately so that I can get a fix to a potentially dangerous situation. Thank you.