1993 HONDA Prelude Problems

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Complaints by Component

AIR BAGS

4 complaints

THE VEHICLE WAS HIT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE FENDER AND THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, THE CONSUMER WANTED TO KNOW WERE THERE ANY RECALLS AND SHOULD THE AIR BAG HAVE DEPLOYED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT HIT IN THE FRONT. *TS *JB

Apr 04, 2003

Crash: 1

MY SON PULLED INTO A DRIVEWAY AND AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT A COLLISION. THE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT INJURED HIS LEFT HAND. AFTER CONTACTING THE MANUFACTURER, HE HAD IT INSPECTED BY A LOCAL DEALERSHIP WHO ACCUSED HIM OF HAVING AN ACCIDENT. APPOXIMATELY JUNE OF 1999, WHILE CHANGING A TIRE THE CAR SLIPPED OFF THE JACK CAUSING SLIGHT DAMAGE TO THE PASSENGER SIDE FENDER AND UNDERCARRIAGE. WHY WOULD THE AIRBAG DEPLOY A YEAR LATER?

Jul 14, 2000

Injuries: 1

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING HIT A POT HOLE BLOW THE TIRE AND AIR BAG DEPLOYED. TT

Apr 06, 1995

DRIVER'S AIRBAG DID NOT INFLATE DURING ABOVE ACCIDENT.

Jan 20, 1995

Crash: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 complaints

THEY NEED TO BE RECALLS ALL DISTRIBUTOR FOR HONDA. *AK

Dec 16, 2000

THE DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY FAILED 24 DAYS AFTER WARRANTY EXTENSION. NLM

May 25, 2000

THE DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY FAILED 24 DAYS AFTER WARRANTY EXTENSION. NLM

May 25, 2000

THE IGNITION FAILED I WAS DRIVING 65MPH AND THE CAR DIED WITHOUT WARNING.

Dec 10, 1998

POWER TRAIN

2 complaints

THE METAL SPRING HOLDER ON THE OEM CLUTCH SNAPPED OFF WHILE DRIVING, WHICH MADE SHIFTING NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE AND CAUSED UNNECESSARY AND EXTREMELY DAMAGING WEAR ON THE TRANSMISSION. *TT

Jun 01, 2003

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING THE BALANCE SHAFT BLEW CAUSING OIL TO LEAK. DEALER NOTIFIED. MR

Nov 13, 2002

TIRES

2 complaints

I WAS TRAVELING EAST-BOUND ALONG I-70 ABOUT 4 P.M. CST WHEN THE ACCIDENT OCCURRED. THE TIRE WAS FOUND TO STILL BE INFLATED WHEN I WENT TO CHANGE THE TIRE. UPON TAKING THE CAR TO GET THE TIRES REPLACED, THE DELAMINATED TIRE WAS LOOKED AT AND THE TIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE HELD A PRESSURE OF 28 PSI. I DID NOT KNOW THAT THERE WAS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE TIRE UNTIL THE ROAD SUDDENLY BECAME BUMPY AND THE TIRE DELAMINATED. I BELIEVED THAT THE TIRE HAD EXPLODED, BUT THAT WAS NOT THE CASE. THE TREAD WAS COMPLETELY GONE AND THE BELT UNDERNEATH WAS COMPLETELY SMOOTH. WHEN THE TIRE DELAMINATION, THE CAR FISH-TAILED WILDLY, AND I ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DAMAGE TO THE RIGHT REAR OF THE CAR WAS EXTENSIVE - $2200. THERE WERE TIRE MARKS ALL OVER THE RIGHT REAR OF THE CAR. THERE WERE EVEN TIRE MARKS ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW. IF I HAD NOT REGAINED CONTROL OF THE CAR, I COULD HAVE BEEN SEVERELY INJURED OR KILLED. DT

Nov 06, 2002

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING HIT A POT HOLE BLOW THE TIRE AND AIR BAG DEPLOYED. TT

Apr 06, 1995

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 complaints

BOUGHT VEHICLE TO BE SERVICED, AND WAS TOLD THAT OIL DRAIN PLUG ON THE ENGINE OIL PAN WILL BE STRIPPED. DESIGN DEFECT, OIL PANS ARE MADE OUT OF A SOFT METAL WHICH CAUSES THE THREADS TO STRIP OUT PREMATURELY. *AK

Jul 12, 2000

I JUST WANTED TO KNOW WHAT'S BEST FOR ME TO DO, I WAS TOLD THAT THE ENGINE MOUNTS NEED TO BE REPLACED.

Nov 05, 1998

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

NO DESCRIPTION GIVEN BY THE CONSUMER. *LA *JB

Mar 17, 2004

STRUCTURE

1 complaint

ABOUT A YEAR AND A HALF AGO THE CLEAR COAT ON MY 1993 HONDA PRELUDE STARTED PEELING OFF THE TRUNK AND ROOF OF MY CAR. THE HOOD DID NOT PEEL BECAUSE IT HAD BEEN REPAIRED AND REPLACED ABOUT 1 YEAR PRIOR. *AK

Jan 21, 2004

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 complaint

ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT. *AW

Jan 20, 1995

Crash: 1

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Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 1993 HONDA Prelude, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 1993 HONDA Prelude for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 1993 HONDA Prelude 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

1993 HONDA Prelude VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 1993 HONDA Prelude Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 1993 HONDA Prelude dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your HONDA dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 1993 HONDA Prelude have?

The 1993 HONDA Prelude currently has 17 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 1993 HONDA Prelude?

The most common problems reported for the 1993 HONDA Prelude are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 1993 HONDA Prelude problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 1993 HONDA Prelude comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 1993 HONDA Prelude?

You can report safety problems with your 1993 HONDA Prelude directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 1993 HONDA Prelude VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 1993 HONDA Prelude reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 1993 HONDA Prelude. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.