Vehicle recall 02V119000 · May 14, 2002
2000-2002 Acura RL
On certain passenger vehicles, during the manufacturing process, oil was applied to the brake pedal assembly to prevent rust.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- Eventually, the brake lights will not illuminate when the brakes are applied, which increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- 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
- NHTSA campaign
- 02V119000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 14, 2002
- Filed by
- AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
- Owner notification
- May 16, 2002
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 25,765
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch
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