MYRModel Year Report

1985 Honda Prelude

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1985 Honda Prelude
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:37:46.572Z

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda Prelude Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1981: 2 complaints 1981 1983: 1 complaints 1984: 5 complaints 1985: 7 complaints 1985 1986: 12 complaints 1986 1987: 14 complaints 1988: 35 complaints 1989: 21 complaints 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 15 complaints 1992: 22 complaints 1993: 11 complaints 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 6 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 1997: 66 complaints 1998: 69 complaints 1998 1999: 31 complaints 2000: 13 complaints 2001: 21 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2004: 0 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006
1985: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19812
19831
19845
19857
198612
198714
198835
198921
19904
199115
199222
199311
19949
19956
19964
199766
199869
199931
200013
200121
20020
20030
20040
20050
20060

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

4 of 7 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and delivery.

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FUEL TANK FILLER NECK/PIPE CORRODED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970821

FUEL PIPE LEAK. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19950220

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and 12v/24v/48v battery.

VISIBILITY

1 of 7 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing electrical heating element.

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

SEATS

1 of 7 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing recliner.

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THE DRIVER'S SEATBACK RECLINING MECHANISM HAS BROKEN TWO TIMES. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960404

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19930430 — fuel system, gasoline

IF THE PLASTIC COATING OF THE FUEL FILLER AND/OR BREATHER PIPE IS DAMAGED, SALT WATER MAY ACCUMULATE BETWEEN THE PLASTIC COATING AND THE STEEL PIPES, AND THE ACCUMULATION COULD CAUSE CORROSION WHICH W

Remedy: REPAIRS WILL BE MADE TO VEHICLES WITH CORRODED FILLER OR BREATHER PIPES.

Campaign 92V028001 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 Honda Prelude — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 92V028001 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 Honda Prelude reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Honda Prelude?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Honda Prelude have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.