NHTSA recall 02V226000
Engine And Engine Cooling · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Details
What's wrong: On certain minivans, sedans, coupes, and sport utility vehicles equipped with v6 engines, a timing belt tensioner pulley on the water pump is misaligned and could cause the timing belt to contact a bolt on the cylinder head. Eventually the belt could be damaged and fail.
Why it matters: If the timing belt breaks, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the water pump and if it is one of the defective pumps, the water pump and timing belt will be replaced. Owner notification began August 30, 2002.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2003 Acura Cl, 2002 Acura Mdx, 2003 Acura Tl, 2002 Honda Accord, 2002 Honda Odyssey, 2003 Honda Pilot.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V226000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.