2000 Honda S2000: problems, recalls and reliability

“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”Owner report · Visibility · Aug 2004

“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.”Owner report · Fuel System, Other · Apr 2004

“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”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2004

“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”Owner report · Visibility · Jan 2004

“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”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Dec 2003

“Tail light lenses fading from red to pink within 3 years of ownership. Police warning - stating modified lighting system. Dealership will not replace.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Sep 2003

“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”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Jun 2003