Recalls: Honda BB5/BB6 Prelude
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Honda BB5/BB6 Prelude
- In May 1999, a recall was issued for 1996 to 1998 Honda Prelude vehicles. In these vehicles, the front suspension lower ball joints have polyacetal plastic seats and may have ball pins with a rough surface – this could result in rapid wear with the possibility of the joint separating. If this occurred, steering control may be lost (PRA 1999/3941).
Problems and faults: Honda BB5/BB6 Prelude
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Problems and faults: Honda BB5/BB6 Prelude
- The Prelude’s dashboard Active Torque Transfer System (ATTS) light may illuminate and shut the system down; this was fixed by replacing the original control unit with an updated unit.
- For Honda Preludes with the ATTS, rattling or buzzing noises from under the car may be due to the result from the heat-shield being too close to the ATTS.
- The ‘malfunction’ indicator light may illuminate because the transmission-control module was damaged by electrical spikes from the ignition switch.
- For models fitted with a manual transmission, a manufacturing defect in the shift fork could cause the transmission to grind when going into fifth gear.
- If the front balance shaft oil plugs were to pop out, a sudden loss of oil and severe engine damage could result.
