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1985 Honda Prelude
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 24 MPG.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | 370 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 | 386 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 29 | 24 | 370 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 | 423 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 25 | 22 | 404 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
1 campaign on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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 WOULD EVENTUALLY RUST THROUGH THE AFFECTED PIPES, ALLOWING GASOLINE FUMES AND FUEL TO LEAK.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
11 complaints filed by owners for this model year. Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 1985 Honda Prelude?
EPA figures for the 1985 Honda Prelude reach 24 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 1985 Honda Prelude?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 1985 Honda Prelude. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 1985 Honda Prelude?
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA for the 1985 Honda Prelude, most often about: Fuel System, Gasoline, Electrical System, Seats. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.