Safety Recall NHTSA · 01V161000 Reported May 3, 2001

Honda/power window

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) · Visibility · 10,575 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
01V161000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
10,575
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 3, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: sedans equipped with an "auto-up" power window feature on the driver's door. the driver's side power window control unit can fail, and depending on the failure mode, the window could become inoperative, open or close independent of switch activation, or the auto-reverse system may not operate.

Safety Consequence

The auto-reverse system failure could result in occupant injury.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the power window control unit. owner notification began may 21, 2001. 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 1-800-999-1009.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference recall ID 01V161000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 01V161000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 01V161000?

NHTSA recall 01V161000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on May 3, 2001. It addresses: Honda/power window. The recall affects approximately 10,575 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V161000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.