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1999 Honda Prelude Base 4AT

The 1999 Honda Prelude Base 4AT is a 195-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 sports coupe with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It is rated at 21 mpg combined.

It makes 195 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 156 lb-ft of torque at 5250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).

The Prelude measures 178.0 inches long on a 101.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,009 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine Type2.2-liter 16-valve DOHC VTEC inline-4 (H22A4)
Displacement2.2 L
Horsepower195 hp @ 6,600 rpm
Torque156 lb-ft @ 5250 rpm
Valvetrain16-valve DOHC VTEC, belt-driven
Bore and Stroke87.0 x 90.7
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeMulti-Point Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Transmission
Transmission4-Speed Automatic with Sequential SportShift
1st Gear2.528
2nd Gear1.427
3rd Gear0.976
4th Gear0.653
Reverse1.863
Final Drive4.785
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Tank Capacity15.9 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double wishbone, coil springs
Rear SuspensionIndependent double wishbone with trailing arms, coil springs
Front Stabilizer Bar25.4 mm
Rear Stabilizer Bar23.0 mm
Turning Diameter36.1 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.1 in ventilated disc
Rear Brake Disc10.2 in disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 x 6.5 JJ alloy
Wheels Rear16 x 6.5 JJ alloy
Tires FrontP205/50R16 87V Bridgestone RE92 all-season
Tires RearP205/50R16 87V Bridgestone RE92 all-season
Dimensions & Weight
Length178 in
Width69 in
Height51.8 in
Wheelbase101.8 in
Front Track60 in
Rear Track59.6 in
Ground Clearance5.7 in
Cargo Volume8.7 ft³
Curb Weight3,009 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)63% / 37%
Interior
Headroom Front37.9 in
Headroom Rear35.3 in
Legroom Front43 in
Legroom Rear28.1 in
Shoulder Room Front53.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear50 in
Hip Room Front52.1 in
Hip Room Rear41 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Honda PRELUDE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 29, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH

Remedy: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.

NHTSA campaign 06E060000

Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

NHTSA campaign 06E026000

Jan 28, 2005 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE INTERLOCK OPERATION OF THE IGNITION SWITCH MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, MAKING IT POSSIBLE TO TURN THE IGNITION KEY TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE THE KEY WITHOUT SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION TO PARK.

Consequence: IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE REMOVING THE KEY AND FAILS TO ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL PERFORM AN INSPECTION PROCEDURE THAT CONFIRMS INTERLOCK FUNCTION. VEHICLES WILL BE UPDATED WITH A REDESIGNED INTERLOCK LEVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.

NHTSA campaign 05V025000

May 16, 2002 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

ON CERTAIN SEDANS, COUPES, HATCHBACKS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, ELECTRICAL CONTACTS IN THE IGNITION SWITCH CAN DEGRADE DUE TO THE HIGH ELECTRICAL CURRENT PASSING THROUGH THE SWITCH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED.

Consequence: WORN CONTACTS COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 14, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.

NHTSA campaign 02V120000

31 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1999 Honda PRELUDE

Owner Complaints

31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1999 Honda PRELUDE (2 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train8
Electrical System7
Engine And Engine Cooling7
Tires6
Equipment3
Steering2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Dec 19, 2022 · Power Train, Electrical System
“The contact owns a 1999 Honda Prelude. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact became aware that the failure was due to the…”
Jul 19, 2017 · Electrical System
“STARTING IN JUNE 2017, MY 1999 HONDA PRELUDE SH HAS BEEN STALLING WITHOUT WARNING WHILE I AM DRIVING. THIS HAPPENS MOSTLY ON HOT DAYS. THE CAR CAN NOT BE RE-STARTED FOR 5-10 MINUTES AFTERWARD. THE…”
Nov 11, 2011 · Power Train
“THE SPORTSHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION M6HA IN MY 1999 HONDA PRELUDE STARTED TO SLIP AND WHILE GOING DOWN THE FREEWAY THE CAR LOST ALL POWER TO THE WHEELS AND WOULD JUST REV UP THE ENGINE WHEN I…”
Jun 8, 2011 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System
“1999 HONDA PRELUDE. CONSUMER STATES ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING *TGW THE CONSUMER REFERENCED THE IGNITION SWITCH RECALL AND IS REQUESTING $2,350.19 FOR REPAIRS. *JB THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A…”
Aug 4, 2008 · Suspension, Electrical System
“RICHARD C. YUEN POWAY, CA 92064 MAY 5, 2008 AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. HONDA AUTOMOBILE CUSTOMER SERVICE 1919 TORRANCE BOULEVARD MAIL STOP: 500 - 2N - 7D TORRANCE, CA 90501-2746 RE: 1999 HONDA…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1999 HONDA PRELUDE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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