1996 HONDA DEL SOL
5 recalls — 6 complaints — 4 TSBs
06E064000 Jul 17, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED 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 ... Read more
Consequence
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
06E065000 Jul 17, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED 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 ASSOCIAT... Read more
Consequence
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
06E060000 Jun 29, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
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 ASSOCIA... Read more
Consequence
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH
Remedy
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.
06E049000 May 24, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE 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. ... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
06E026000 Mar 23, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
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 D... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
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.
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 28, 2020
Incident date: Jan 27, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 HONDA DEL SOL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING, SHE NOTICED THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND WAS CONCERNED. THE CONTACT PERFORMED A BRAKE CHECK ON THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TA... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 12, 1997
SUN VISOR IS TOO SMALL AND OWNER FEELS IT'S INSUFFICIENT.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Sep 12, 1997
ENGINE/MOTOR DOES NOT HANDLE WELL DURING INCLINE DRIVING.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 12, 1997
INADEQUATE STORAGE SPACE WITHIN INTERIOR OF VEHICLE.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 12, 1997
POOR VISIBILITY (BLIND ANGLE) CREATED BY THE DESIGN OF THE EXTENDED ROOF SUPPORT WINGS.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Sep 12, 1997
HIGH BACKREST WITH FIXED HEADREST CAUSES PROBLEMS FOR SMALL PEOPLE.
EPA Fuel Economy — 1996 HONDA DEL SOL
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 25.0 | 33.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 32.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 27.0 | 25.0 | Premium | $3,100 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 29.0 | 35.0 | 32.0 | Regular | $1,950 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 26.0 | 33.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,200 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Two Seaters)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 1996 HONDA DEL SOL
4 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT | 1 |
5905
Feb 14, 2002
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF A TWANG NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION THAT SOUNDS LIKE A SPRING CONTACT. *SLC
010901
Sep 1, 2001
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
INFORMATION REGARDING WATER LEAKAGE DURING A CAR WASH. *YH
010901
Sep 1, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING THE MIL COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY AND MISFIRE DTCS. *YH
050199
May 1, 1999
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
VARIOUS INFORMATION REGARDING AIRBAG ON-OFF SWITCH PROGRAM. *TT
HONDA DEL SOL — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HONDA DEL SOL across all model years (1993–1998).
27
Total Recalls
75
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
21
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths