2000 Honda S2000
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2000 Honda S2000. Newest first.
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the lens of the side marker lamp and side reflex reflector in the tail lamp assembly were manufactured with incorrect dye.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This does not comply with the standard.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all affected tail lamp assemblies. owner notification began on june 16, 2004. owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. under certain conditions, the seat belt retractor can deform and cause complete or frequent locking of the retractor. as a result, the seat belts cannot be pulled out of the retractor and cannot be used.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt actuator assembly.
Vehicle description: convertible passenger vehicles. when the convertible top IS down and the seat IS pushed all the way back, the seat belts may not retract properly resulting in slack in the seat belts.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This slack can reduce the protective capability and effectiveness of the belts and increases the risk of injury to an occupant in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the convertible top cover to prevent interference with the seat belt.
Owner complaints
40 complaints3 involved a crash4 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Steering · Structure › Body · Suspension
While driving my s2000 and turning on curvy roads the vehicle would not turn correctly and ended up in a field to the side of the road. We noticed the upper control arm spot weld broke free meaning the upper suspension mount was not connected and caused the incident. honda knows it's an issue with…
While driving my s2000 and turning on curvy roads the vehicle would not turn correctly and ended up in a field to the side of the road. We noticed the upper control arm spot weld broke free meaning the upper suspension mount was not connected and caused the incident. honda knows it's an issue with 2000-2003 model year vehicles and has issued a tsb sn040903 "09/01/2004 popping from front wheel upper control arm mount" multiple other people have had the issue over the years so much that many companies developed reinforcement plates such as these: https://originfabrication.com/products/upper-controll-arm-mounting-point-gusset-kit-honda-s2000 if this issue had occured just 500 feet before I would have ended up steering into an oncoming semi-truck.
- Air bags
Your web site does not search the vin. vin IS correct. web site IS unresponsive
- Exterior lighting
I am the original owner of a 2000 honda s2000...this past month I replaced the headlight assemblies for both headlights because the plastic shields which protect the lights had deteriorated so much that virtually no light was emitting from the headlights and the part which was the problem (the…
I am the original owner of a 2000 honda s2000...this past month I replaced the headlight assemblies for both headlights because the plastic shields which protect the lights had deteriorated so much that virtually no light was emitting from the headlights and the part which was the problem (the plastic lens cover or shield)cannot be replaced as a separate part..you must purchase the complete headlight assembly from honda...as there are no after market alternative parts...the cost for the headlight assemblies was $1,100 plus taxes...again nothing else other than the encasements were replaced..still using the original bulbs, motors, transformers, etc.....it's outrageous that a part would deteriorate to the point of it becoming a safety issue and that I am stuck with an out of pocket expense of close to $1,200 to correct the situation... thank you for any assistance you can offer in this matter. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Dip stick showed good oil level. However, upon driving it one day the engine blew and the low oil warning light did not come on. engine consumed oil enough that it threw a rod bearing. Replaced the bearings and it ran about 24 miles and it happened again. This time it destroyed the crank in…
Dip stick showed good oil level. However, upon driving it one day the engine blew and the low oil warning light did not come on. engine consumed oil enough that it threw a rod bearing. Replaced the bearings and it ran about 24 miles and it happened again. This time it destroyed the crank in number 2 cylinder. honda corp. Wasn't very friendly about the problem but there seems to be a problem with oil distribution in this car. *tr
- Electrical system
The honda s2000 IS a manual shift car. The map sensor on this particular car adjusts when needed to control air intake of this car. During shifting at high speeds, the car would completely stall and shut off, due to some type of problem with this sensor. On dozens of occasions, I was in atlanta…
The honda s2000 IS a manual shift car. The map sensor on this particular car adjusts when needed to control air intake of this car. During shifting at high speeds, the car would completely stall and shut off, due to some type of problem with this sensor. On dozens of occasions, I was in atlanta rush hour traffic and the car stalled. This was extremely dangerous, and I am lucky that I or nobody else was hurt. Luckily I am good with a stick shift and new to press the shift pedal and coast to a safe place where I could restart the car. When I took the car to the dealership, they explained to me that if they had a warranty on all parts of the car they would go out of business. Because of the approximately $900 repair fee, I sought help on the forums of the largest s2000 fansite. On the forums section of this site, there are literally dozens of people who have reported the same problem. In fact, there IS a section on the forum called the "map wack", a procedure where you take a hammer and wack the map sensor to get it to work properly. I am outraged that they have recalled my back tail lights because the paint color fades, yet no such recall exists for a device that can stall an s2000 at any speed. I ended up getting a new throttle body and sensor and the problem has not resurfaced in 2 years. However, I am outraged that I had to pay for a manufacturer's defect. I only label this as a defect because there are literally dozens and even hundreds of similar complaints as mine on the s2000 fansite. *Jb
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
The honda s2000 IS a manual shift car. the map sensor on this particular car adjusts when needed to control air intake of this car. during shifting at high speeds, the car would completely stall and shut off, due to some type of problem with this sensor. on dozens of occasions, I was in atlanta…
The honda s2000 IS a manual shift car. the map sensor on this particular car adjusts when needed to control air intake of this car. during shifting at high speeds, the car would completely stall and shut off, due to some type of problem with this sensor. on dozens of occasions, I was in atlanta rush hour traffic and the car stalled. this was extremely dangerous, and I am lucky that I or nobody else was hurt. Luckily I am good with a stick shift and new to press the shift pedal and coast to a safe place where I could restart the car. when I took the car to the dealership, they explained to me that if they had a warranty on all parts of the car they would go out of business. because of the approximately $900 repair fee, I sought help on the forums of the largest s2000 fansite. on the forums section of this site, there are literally dozens of people who have reported the same problem. in fact, there IS a section on the forum called the "map wack", a procedure where you take a hammer and wack the map sensor to get it to work properly. I am outraged that they have recalled my back tail lights because the paint color fades, yet no such recall exists for a device that can stall an s2000 at any speed. I ended up getting a new throttle body and sensor and the problem has not resurfaced in 2 years. however, I am outraged that I had to pay for a manufacturer's defect. I only label this as a defect because there are literally dozens and even hundreds of similar complaints as mine on the s2000 fansite. *nm
- Visibility › Glass, side/rear
The rear plastic window became opaque and yellow, to the point where 3 years after buying the car, you could not see through it at all. this made the car dangerous to drive when the convertible top was not down, because rear visibility was only through the side mirrors. while I would consider a…
The rear plastic window became opaque and yellow, to the point where 3 years after buying the car, you could not see through it at all. this made the car dangerous to drive when the convertible top was not down, because rear visibility was only through the side mirrors. while I would consider a functional rear window to be a major safety issue, honda refused to replace it, saying my warranty did not apply to "upholstery". I attempted to clean it with various window cleaners, and while they helped restore opacity, they did not restore transparency or visibility. *jb
- Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
Dealer tried to remove the convertible top due to recall 004v160000 instead of replacing the cover as the recall stated. convertible top was glued together when the consumer went to pick it up. dealer stated that the top IS getting old. *Ak
- Exterior lighting › Tail lights
Problems receiving reimbursement for taillight side markers.*mr the consumer opted to order the parts from honda and replace the marker's himself due to the cost of labor. once the recall was received he returned the proper forms for reimbursement. he was later told that the manufacturer required proof from the dealer the the tail light was replaced because of the fading problem. *nm
- Power train › Manual transmission
Consumer stated that transmission jumped out of gear while driving at any speed. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer, and was told that the problem does could not be duplicated, and there was nothing they could do. Vehicle was still under warranty yet nothing was being done by the dealer to remedy…
Consumer stated that transmission jumped out of gear while driving at any speed. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer, and was told that the problem does could not be duplicated, and there was nothing they could do. Vehicle was still under warranty yet nothing was being done by the dealer to remedy the problem. Also, consumer contacted the manufacturer, who will not even talk to consumer to get to the bottom of the problem. *ak
- Visibility › Glass, side/rear
I own a 2000 honda s2000 convertible. since I purchased the vehicle, the rear window has steadily clouded to the point that I can no longer see through it. my local honda dealer (jones honda, 1335 manheim pike, lancaster, pa 17603 717-394-0711) tells me the entire roof would need to be replaced…
I own a 2000 honda s2000 convertible. since I purchased the vehicle, the rear window has steadily clouded to the point that I can no longer see through it. my local honda dealer (jones honda, 1335 manheim pike, lancaster, pa 17603 717-394-0711) tells me the entire roof would need to be replaced in order to replace the window. the cost IS in excess of $2,000.00. I know several other s2000 owners and the same thing IS happening to their rear windows.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Premature failure of connecting rods. *ak
- Seat belts
The passenger seat belt made a noise while being retracted. It has been replaced 4 times. *ak *jb
- Exterior lighting › Tail lights
I have a 2000 model s2000 and the tail lights have faded from red to white on the corners of the tail lights. this IS a saftey hazard and needs to be corrected quickly and easily. I will contact a dealer to see if they can replace the taillights free of charge. I feel this should be a recalled…
I have a 2000 model s2000 and the tail lights have faded from red to white on the corners of the tail lights. this IS a saftey hazard and needs to be corrected quickly and easily. I will contact a dealer to see if they can replace the taillights free of charge. I feel this should be a recalled item for anyone with the problem. I have owned two honda preludes and this IS the first time this has ever happened and did not expect a problem like this on one of the best cars honda makes priced 10K more than my other hondas. *la
- Fuel system, other › Delivery › Fuel pump
Fuel cut-off during left turn when less than half a tank of fuel. creates unstable driving conditions, particularly when lateral g-forces are applied. research by ahm IS needed to find remedy.
- Engine and engine cooling
Honda F20C s2000 #4 cylinder failure , ahm did not cover this under my warranty.*ak
- Visibility › Glass, side/rear
The vinyl rear window on my 2000 s2000 has faded I have had numerous run-ins with my local dealer and area rep you cannot see out of it, it has turned milky white making it a visual hazard since you can't see thru it also making that m.v. Will fail it for inspection, I have used all the recommeded…
The vinyl rear window on my 2000 s2000 has faded I have had numerous run-ins with my local dealer and area rep you cannot see out of it, it has turned milky white making it a visual hazard since you can't see thru it also making that m.v. Will fail it for inspection, I have used all the recommeded cleaners as well as a boot they recommened. I had also filed a complaint with honda automobile and got a nice dear john letter with no satisfaction case # no2003-11-1900869, after some inquiring byou can buy a new top with a glass back window from honda and have it installed for a mere $1600.00 but they will not correct a visual hazard condition, IS this what honda has come to. Unhappily waiting for an answer. *Ak
- Exterior lighting › Tail lights
Both taillight are fading from a red color to a pale pink, almost white. I have kept this car very clean and under a uv protective cover at all times. the car IS also driven only on weekends. *ak
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
I own a $32,000 honda s2000. After only 3 years, my tail lamps are so faded that they appear almost white. When I apply the brakes, it looks like I'm in reverse! This IS a huge safety issue in my eyes and in the eyes of the cop that gave me a ticket for it. I went to the local honda dealer to get…
I own a $32,000 honda s2000. After only 3 years, my tail lamps are so faded that they appear almost white. When I apply the brakes, it looks like I'm in reverse! This IS a huge safety issue in my eyes and in the eyes of the cop that gave me a ticket for it. I went to the local honda dealer to get this fixed, and they will not fix it. I have an extended warranty, but they said that IS not covered under the warranty. I told them it's a safety issue, they said they didn't care, word for word! "That IS not our problem", IS exactly what they said. This IS surely my last honda! I'll spend my $32,000 or more somewhere else. Honda's loss.*ak
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
Tail light lenses fading from red to pink within 3 years of ownership. police warning - stating modified lighting system. dealership will not replace.
- Exterior lighting › Tail lights
Side of red tail lights IS pinkish white due to uv exposure after only 3 years. Tail lights are to be red in order to be recognizable as such, and not light pink.
- Visibility
The vehicles rear window IS made of plastic which made it impossible for the consumer to see out of the rear window. *ak *cb *nlm
- Structure
When driving at high speeds in the rain it felt like the vehicle was driving on ice. if there was any dip in the road, the vehicle hydroplaned. The consumer was unable to steer the vehicle, which was very dangerous, consumer had to drive very slowly. The dealer had been contacted, the dealer…
When driving at high speeds in the rain it felt like the vehicle was driving on ice. if there was any dip in the road, the vehicle hydroplaned. The consumer was unable to steer the vehicle, which was very dangerous, consumer had to drive very slowly. The dealer had been contacted, the dealer blamed the tires, the tire manufacturer blamed the car manufacturer p02enzas-02 only 11000 miles on the tires. *ak *cb *jb
- Visibility › Glass, side/rear
Rear plastic window becomes wrinkled and IS impossible to use as a window because it IS too foggy to see you of. this makes for a very frightening and dangerous driving.
- Visibility
Rear plastic window has zero visibility due to scratching during convertable top use. this IS during normal use of the convertable top. rear plastic window as already replaced once due to zero visibility and dealer will not replace or correct the problem currently. during reverse or lane merging, there IS no outward visibility through the oem plastic rear window.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10186009"Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye"
- 10053545Honda: troubleshooting of diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p1456 and p1457. Dealers are to run evap function test to find if there IS a leak so the vehicle can be repaired.
- 10025523Load carrying capacity reduced label for all honda vehicles.
- 10018868Transmission grinds at shifts, skip shifting.
- 10018471Engine oil cooler center bolt torque spec.
- 10018085Rear axle creak or grunt noise at low speeds.
- 10017042Intermittent hesitation during hard acceleration.
- 10016342Engine falters, no power, won't rev over 7,000 rpm. Honda servicenews.
- 10014737Creak of grunt from rear of vehicle at low speeds.
- 10014479Headrest speaker installation.
- 10014232Grunt noise after sitting for several hours.
- 100142302ND to 5TH or 3RD to 5TH gear upshift.
- 10014228Grinds at upshift when cold.
- 10014220Honda diagnostic system locked, needs immobilizer release password.
- 10014106Poor radio reception, seek-stop test.
- 10014057Pop noise at front upper control arm mount.
- 10013953Audio unit and navigation system anti-theft codes available on interactive network.
- 10013808Srs warning on after body shop repair. Honda tech line summary.
- 10013805Odometer accuracy. Honda tech line summary.
- 10013779Anti-lock braking system (ABS) or tcs diagnostic trouble code (dtc) 51 and/or 53 troubleshooting. Honda tech line summary.
- 10013762Differential oil recommendation. Honda tech line summary.
- 10013339Popping sound from upper control arm mount.
- 10009278Heater blower motor gets hot or blows a fuse. Honda. Servicenews.
- 10009144Clean modulator pump motor ground for diagnostic trouble code 51/53. Honda. Servicenews.
- 10009143Minimize warranty claims for headlight adjustment. Honda. Servicenews.
- 10009140Speedo/odo read excessive speed and distance. Honda. Servicenews.
- 10009048Audio, anti-theft codes. Honda. Tech line summary.
- 10009026S2000 engine, replacement part numbers. Honda. Servicenews. April 2004.
- 10008517Taillight side markers.
- 10005929Clearing anti-lock brake system (ABS) diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs). Honda october tech line information.
- 10005927Grunt noise when accelerating after sitting. Honda october tech line information. 2002 prelude also included.
- 10005918Never rotate tires. Honda servicenews.
- 10005871Anti-lock brake system (ABS) grunts when doing a self-check.
- 10005021Hard to engage 1ST gear, grinds into reverse. Tech line summary.
- 10004970Manual transmission hard to shift into 1ST gear, grinds into reverse. Honda servicenews.
- 10004956Heater blower motor overheats or blows fuse. Various models including the 2004 insight and s2000.
- 10004955Testing brake fluid for petroleum contamination. This includes 2004 insight and s2000.
- 10003134Diagnostic trouble codes p0133 and p0420 set after manual transmission removal and replacement.
- 10003052Concerns with warped or deformed windshield molding. Update.
- 10002701Vehicle's emission type.
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