NHTSA model-year recall report

2002 Honda Insight Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Feb 24, 2004

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Honda Insight average of 4.8 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Exterior Lighting › Headlights, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2002 Honda Insight recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 04V086000

Exterior Lighting › Headlights

Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Reported Feb 24, 2004

What is recalled

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LOW-BEAM TERMINAL ON THE HEAD LIGHT WIRE HARNESS CAN OVERHEAT AND COULD CAUSE THE LOW BEAMS TO FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.

Safety consequence

AN UNEXPECTED LOSS OF LOW BEAMS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HEAD LIGHT SWITCH AND COUPLER FOR SIGNS OF HEAT DAMAGE. IF HEAT DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE SWITCH AND COUPLER. IF NO HEAT DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE HEAD LIGHT SWITCH AND ONE MATING PIN IN THE COUPLER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Honda Insight model years

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2002 Honda Insight recall questions

How many recalls does the 2002 Honda Insight have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2002 Honda Insight. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2002 Honda Insight?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology