1986 HONDA PRELUDE
2 recalls — 12 complaints — 1 TSBs
95V103001 May 24, 1995
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence
THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES. CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. CHECK THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUG ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECUR... Read more
92V028001 Apr 15, 1993
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
IF THE PLASTIC COATING OF THE FUEL FILLER AND/OR BREATHER PIPE IS DAMAGED, SALT WATER MAY ACCUMULATE BETWEEN THE PLASTIC COATING AND THE STEEL PIPES, AND THE ACCUMULATION COULD CAUSE CORROSION WHICH WOULD EVENTUALLY RUST THROUGH THE AFFECTED PIPES, ALLOWING GASOLINE FUMES AND FUEL TO LEAK.
Consequence
GASOLINE FUMES AND/OR FUEL LEAKAGE THROUGH THE FILLER ORBREATHER PIPES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE WHEN EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Remedy
REPAIRS WILL BE MADE TO VEHICLES WITH CORRODED FILLER OR BREATHER PIPES.
Complaint Statistics
12 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP | 4 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 2 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 1 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Oct 2, 2001
THIS DEFECT IS COVERED BY NHTSA CAMAIGN ID 92V028001 AND IS A FIRE HAZARD. THIS VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED IN JAPAN AND AS SUCH DEALERS WILL NOT REPAIR AT NO CHARGE. THE WARRANTY STATES "EXCEPT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY LAW, THIS VEHICLE HAS NO WARRANTY IN THE 50 UNITED STATES, D.C., PUERTO RICO OR THE ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Jun 25, 2001
Incident date: Jun 14, 2001
HONDA RECALLED THIS CAR IN ORDER TO REPLACE THE GAS TANK FILLER PIPE DUE TO EXCESSIVE CORROSION, HOWEVER, THE SURROUNDING MOUNTS AND THE FILL PIPE BOWL ON THE FILLER DOOR ARE ALSO EXCESSIVELY CORRODED, AND ARE FAILING TO HOLD THE FILLER PIPE IN PLACE, AND ALLOW EXCESSIVE FUMES TO BUILD UP WITHIN THE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Sep 8, 1999
DEFECT IN FUEL FILLER PIPES--CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE CORROSION. OWNER WANTS TO KNOW IF THERE IS A RECALL, BEING THAT THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE HONDA ACCORD OF THE SAME YEAR FOR THE SAME DEFECT.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Aug 30, 1999
VEHICLE LEAKING FUEL FROM TANK AFTER RECALL REPAIRS MADE FOR THAT SYSTEM CAUSING LOWER MILAGE PER TANK. NLM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Aug 23, 1999
Incident date: Jul 3, 1999
VEHICLE FUEL SYSTEM EXPERIENCED FAILURE ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE AND AFTER RECALL REPAIR (92V028001). *YC
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Mar 5, 1999
Incident date: Dec 1, 1998
RECALL 92V028001; FUEL FILLER AND CAP RUSTED THROUGH WHICH MAY CAUSE A FUEL LEAK AND A FIRE. THERE IS A RECALL, BUT THIS VEHICLE IS NOT INCLUDED BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS MADE ACCORDING TO CANADIAN STANDARDS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Dec 4, 1998
ENGINE DOES NOT IDLE VERY WELL WHEN WARM OR VERY COLD. CAR SEEMS TO LOSS POWER ON THE FREEWAY. CAR TENDS TO OVEHEAT AFTER LONG DRIVING STINTS. FAN DOES NOT GO ON WHEN ENGINE IS OVER HEATING.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
May 17, 1998
VEHICLE STOP RUNNING/LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Jun 22, 1995
Incident date: Apr 26, 1995
FRONT SEAT BELTS ARE NOT LONG ENOUGH TO FASTEN WHEN SEATS ARE IN FORWARD POSITION. *SKD
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Mar 28, 1995
THE REAR DRIVE SIDE RETRACTOR IS LOCK UP PURCHASE CAR USED. TT
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Mar 17, 1995
Incident date: Mar 13, 1995
RECLINING MECHANISM FAILED ON DRIVERS SEAT. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Feb 22, 1995
Incident date: Feb 23, 1994
THE METAL FASTNER DOESN'T ENGAGE INTO SEAT BELT LOCKING MECHANISM PROPERLY. TT
EPA Fuel Economy — 1986 HONDA PRELUDE
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 29.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 26.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 28.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 1986 HONDA PRELUDE
1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP | 1 |
HON950405C
Apr 1, 1995
071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
CAMPAIGN RESPONSIBILITY REPORT FOR THE 1983-87 PRELUDE FUEL FILLER PIPE RECALL. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations — HONDA PRELUDE
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE93060
Opened: Jun 22, 1993 — Closed: Oct 29, 1993
4WHL STEERING SENSOR FAILS
There is no summary currently available
HONDA PRELUDE — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HONDA PRELUDE across all model years (1979–2006).
70
Total Recalls
464
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
52
Reported Crashes
15
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
HONDA PRELUDE — Year by Year
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| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
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| 2006 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 3 | 25 | View |
| 2000 | 3 | 14 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 40 | View |
| 1998 | 5 | 86 | View |
| 1997 | 5 | 88 | View |
| 1996 | 6 | 4 | View |
| 1995 | 5 | 9 | View |
| 1994 | 5 | 12 | View |
| 1993 | 5 | 14 | View |
| 1992 | 5 | 26 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 18 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 1989 | 1 | 34 | View |
| 1988 | 6 | 40 | View |
| 1987 | 2 | 17 | View |
| 1986 (current) | 2 | 12 | |
| 1985 | 1 | 11 | View |
| 1984 | 1 | 5 | View |
| 1983 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1981 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 1980 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 | View |