Recall 03V-274: 2002–2003 Honda CR-V

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jul 29, 2003, covering about 247,019 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-274
Report date
Jul 29, 2003
Vehicles affected
247,019
Owners notified
Aug 19, 2003

The problem

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, excessive corrosion of the shift cable linkage could prevent the driver from shifting the automatic transmission into park.

The risk

If the vehicle operator fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur. Dealers will inspect the shift cable linkage for corrosion. If corrosion causes binding, they will replace the shift cable.

The fix

Dealers will also install a new corrosion-resistant control pin. Owner notification began on august 19, 2003. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Notes

Honda recall no. P04.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerAMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V274000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Honda CR-V2002, 2003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 03V-274?

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, excessive corrosion of the shift cable linkage could prevent the driver from shifting the automatic transmission into park.

How is recall 03V-274 fixed?

Dealers will also install a new corrosion-resistant control pin. Owner notification began on august 19, 2003. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.