Honda Vehicle Speed Control Recall 99I002000

The problem

This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The accelerator pedal feels rough or notchy when you press it.

The risk

It may feel like the car is not responding properly when traveling at low speeds and are required to move the accelerator pedal to make slight speed adjustments.

The fix

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE CABLE.

Contacts

Honda has decided to conduct a product improvement campaign to replace the throttle cable. Owners can contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Honda dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 99I002000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1996 Honda Civic	314	17	D

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1996 Honda Civic

314

Questions

Is the 99I002000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 99I002000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 99I002000 announced?

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. reported it to NHTSA on May 24, 1999. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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