2004 Honda Element | 2003 Honda Accord | 2003 Honda Civic | 2003 Honda Element — Electrical system: ignition
Published August 5, 2010 · Recall initiated: August 5, 2010
Summary
NHTSA records recall 10V364000, published August 5, 2010. Recalling firm: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.); 2004 Honda Element | 2003 Honda Accord | 2003 Honda Civic | 2003 Honda Element — Electrical system: ignition.
What's the hazard
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003 HONDA ACCORD, CIVIC TWO AND FOUR DOOR, AND MODEL YEAR 2003-2004 HONDA ELEMENT VEHICLES. THE INTERLOCK LEVER OF THE IGNITION SWITCH MAY UNEXPECTEDLY DEFORM, WHICH CAN ALLOW THE INTERLOCK FUNCTION OF A VEHICLE WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO BE DEFEATED.
What to do
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE ORIGINAL INTERLOCK PIN AND LEVER WITHIN THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND REPLACE THEM WITH NEW, DESIGNED COMPONENTS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Get an email if HONDA has another recall
Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.
Recall details
- Brand
- HONDA
- Model
- ELEMENT
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Lot
- 2004 HONDA ELEMENT | 2003 HONDA ACCORD | 2003 HONDA CIVIC | 2003 HONDA ELEMENT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
Related recalls
- NHTSA2025 Honda Cmx500 | 2026 Honda Cmx300 | 2017 Honda Cmx300 | 2018 Honda Cmx300 | 2019 Honda Cmx300 | 2020 HondaJuly 30, 2026
- NHTSA2018 Honda Odyssey | 2020 Honda Odyssey | 2019 Honda Odyssey — Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraJuly 2, 2026
- NHTSA2026 Honda Passport | 2026 Honda Pilot — Suspension: rearJuly 2, 2026
- NHTSA2017 Honda Pilot | 2014 Acura Mdx | 2015 Acura Mdx — Structure: frame and membersJune 5, 2026
- NHTSAXantrex Freedom Sw 3000 — EquipmentAugust 6, 2010
- NHTSA2009 Autocar Acx | 2008 Autocar Acx — Electrical system: ignitionAugust 5, 2010
Questions about this recall
Was 2004 Honda Element | 2003 Honda Accord | 2003 Honda Civic | 2003 Honda Element — Electrical system: ignition recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 10V364000 on August 5, 2010. Reported hazard: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003 HONDA ACCORD, CIVIC TWO AND FOUR DOOR, AND MODEL YEAR 2003-2004 HONDA ELEMENT VEHICLES. THE INTERLOCK LEVER OF THE IGNITION SWITCH MAY UNEXPECTEDLY DEFORM, WHICH CAN ALLOW THE INTERLOCK FUNCTION OF A VEHICLE WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO BE DEFEATED.
What should I do if I have this product?
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE ORIGINAL INTERLOCK PIN AND LEVER WITHIN THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND REPLACE THEM WITH NEW, DESIGNED COMPONENTS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HONDA. Model: ELEMENT.