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2002 Acura 3.5rl

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Switches:Brake Light

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, during the manufacturing process, oil was applied to the brake pedal assembly to prevent rust. this oil can leak into the brake stop switch and contaminate the electrical contacts.

Corrective Action

eventually, the brake lights will not illuminate when the brakes are applied, which increases the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will clean any excess oil from the pedal assembly and replace the stop switch. owner notification began may 16, 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 acura at 1-800-382-2238.

2001 Acura 3.5rl

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Switches:Brake Light

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, during the manufacturing process, oil was applied to the brake pedal assembly to prevent rust. this oil can leak into the brake stop switch and contaminate the electrical contacts.

Corrective Action

eventually, the brake lights will not illuminate when the brakes are applied, which increases the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will clean any excess oil from the pedal assembly and replace the stop switch. owner notification began may 16, 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 acura at 1-800-382-2238.

2000 Acura 3.5rl

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, some brake master cylinders may have internal corrosion, resulting in reduced braking performance and increased stopping distances.

Corrective Action

the corrosion could eventually cause a complete brake system failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly, reservoir, and brake fluid. owner notification began july 28, 2003. owners should contact acura at 1-800-382-2238.

2000 Acura 3.5rl

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Switches:Brake Light

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, during the manufacturing process, oil was applied to the brake pedal assembly to prevent rust. this oil can leak into the brake stop switch and contaminate the electrical contacts.

Corrective Action

eventually, the brake lights will not illuminate when the brakes are applied, which increases the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will clean any excess oil from the pedal assembly and replace the stop switch. owner notification began may 16, 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 acura at 1-800-382-2238.

1999 Acura 3.5rl

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a transmission case bolt can loosen and fall out allowing the transmission to disengage from the differential.

Corrective Action

the vehicle could lose power to the drive wheels without warning. also, shifting the transmission into the park position would not lock the wheels, and a parked vehicle could move unexpectedly if the parking brake is not set.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a redesigned bolt.

1998 Acura 3.5rl

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a transmission case bolt can loosen and fall out allowing the transmission to disengage from the differential.

Corrective Action

the vehicle could lose power to the drive wheels without warning. also, shifting the transmission into the park position would not lock the wheels, and a parked vehicle could move unexpectedly if the parking brake is not set.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a redesigned bolt.

1997 Acura 3.5rl

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a transmission case bolt can loosen and fall out allowing the transmission to disengage from the differential.

Corrective Action

the vehicle could lose power to the drive wheels without warning. also, shifting the transmission into the park position would not lock the wheels, and a parked vehicle could move unexpectedly if the parking brake is not set.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a redesigned bolt.

1996 Acura 3.5rl

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a transmission case bolt can loosen and fall out allowing the transmission to disengage from the differential.

Corrective Action

the vehicle could lose power to the drive wheels without warning. also, shifting the transmission into the park position would not lock the wheels, and a parked vehicle could move unexpectedly if the parking brake is not set.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a redesigned bolt.