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Vehicle recall 04V256000 · June 7, 2004

2000-2001 Honda Accord

On certain passenger vehicles, the dimmer control for the instrument panel lights could fail due to heat buildup.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, the dimmer control for the instrument panel lights could fail due to heat buildup.
Consequence
If this occurs, the instrument lights may fail and, at night, the driver may not be able to see the instrument panel gauges, such as the speedometer.
Remedy
Dealers will replace a multiplex control unit for the instrument panel lights. Owner notification began June 16, 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda recall no. P36.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
04V256000
Reported to NHTSA
June 7, 2004
Filed by
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
Manufacturer campaign
P36
Owner notification
June 16, 2004
Vehicles potentially affected
19,572
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Interior lighting
Recall 04V256000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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