Honda Civic recalls

123 official safety recalls for the Honda Civic from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Front passenger seat weight sensor may short circuit
Reported May 21, 2026Model years 2016–2022NHTSA campaign 26V33200098,892 vehicles affected
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, causing the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Consequence
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Missing wheel bushes may allow wheel nuts to fall off
Reported February 16, 2026Model years 2017–2021DVSA recall R/2026/02546,152 vehicles affected
Alloy steel bushes may be missing from the alloy wheels, which could cause wheel nuts to fall off or a wheel to detach. The wheels will be inspected and any wheel missing bushes will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Civic Wheel Steel Bushes Missing (Accessory)
Defect
On affected vehicles the alloy steel bushes may be missing in all five positions of the alloy wheel. This may result in the wheel nuts falling off or in the worst-case scenario wheel detachment.
Remedy
Inspect the wheels for the presence of bush and replace wheel(s) in case of missing bushes.
Steering gear may stick or make abnormal noise
Reported March 31, 2025Model years 2021–2024DVSA recall R/2025/02422,184 vehicles affected
Reduced grease in the steering gear meshing area may increase resistance, causing abnormal noise or dangerous sticking when turning. The worm gear spring will be replaced and grease added, or the steering gearbox will be replaced, depending on the vehicle.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
22-25M Civic and Other Models EPS Gear Box Worm Wheel Swelling Failure 6JP
Defect
On affected vehicles âdue to decrease of the grease amount in the worm wheel gear meshing area of the EPS gear box during use the sliding resistance at the meshing area increases and the torque fluctuation when turning the steering becomes larger resulting in an abnormal noise or a dangerous sticking occurs when turning the steering.â
Remedy
For the Honda Civic (FL4 FE1) CR-V and ZR-V models replace the worm gear pre-load spring with a countermeasure part and add grease. For the Honda Civic Type R (FL5) model replace the Steering Gearbox with a countermeasure part.
High-pressure fuel pump may leak
Reported December 9, 2024Model years 2021–2024DVSA recall R/2024/47621,431 vehicles affected
A manufacturing issue may cause the high-pressure fuel pump to leak. The pump will be checked for leaks and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
23-25M High Pressure Fuel Pump Solenoid Component Part Breakage - 6YP
Defect
On affected vehicles due to manufacturing issues the high pressure fuel pump could leak
Remedy
On the affected vehicles check for leaks and replace the high pressure pump if necessary
Hybrid battery may leak electrolyte
Reported December 5, 2024Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2024/38940 vehicles affected
The hybrid high-voltage battery may develop an electrolyte leak, which could result in a vehicle fire in the worst case. The battery will be replaced with a modified component.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
23YM Civic Lithium-Ion Battery Negative Terminal Defect
Defect
On affected vehicles the Hybrid HV battery may develop a fault where battery electrolyte leakage occurs that may result in a vehicle fire in a worst-case scenario.
Remedy
Replace the Hybrid HV battery with a modified component.
Driver's seat may become unsecured
Reported November 14, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V859000121 vehicles affected
An improperly tightened seat cushion frame may leave the driver's seat unsecured, so it may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the seat cushion frame, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence
An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Overspeed alert may not sound after cruise control is cancelled
Reported November 11, 2024Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2024/3206,916 vehicles affected
After adaptive cruise control is cancelled, Intelligent Speed Assistance may not alert the driver when speeding. The multipurpose camera unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
23-24M ZR-V and Others Overspeed Alarm Inoperative
Defect
On affected vehicles after cancelling the ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) the ISA (Intelligent Speed Assistance) will not alert the driver when over speed.
Remedy
Update Multipurpose Camera Unit with modified software.
High-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak
Reported October 14, 2024Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 24V763000720,810 vehicles affected
The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel. Fuel contacting an ignition source can increase the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect the pump and replace it as necessary free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Steering gearbox may make steering difficult
Reported October 3, 2024Model years 2022–2026NHTSA campaign 24V7440001,693,199 vehicles affected
Excessive friction inside the steering gearbox may make the vehicle difficult to steer, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
Consequence
Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Passenger seat weight sensor may short circuit
Reported February 1, 2024Model years 2020–2022NHTSA campaign 24V064000750,114 vehicles affected
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended. Unintended air bag deployment during a crash can increase injury risk. Dealers will replace the sensors free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Consequence
An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Fuel pump may fail
Reported December 18, 2023Model years 2016–2021NHTSA campaign 23V8580002,490,460 vehicles affected
The fuel pump inside the tank may fail, causing the engine to stall while driving and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Steering rack may cause tire damage
Reported October 19, 2023Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 23V704000264,567 vehicles affected
An incorrectly assembled steering rack may let a tire rub against the suspension or tie rod end, damaging the tire. A damaged tire may fail and increase crash or injury risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the steering rack as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Civic 4-door and Civic 5-door vehicles that received a replacement power steering rack as part of a service repair. The steering rack may have been incorrectly assembled, which can allow the tire to chafe against the lower suspension or tie rod end, possibly resulting in tire damage.
Consequence
A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the electric power steering rack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YFW.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Brake master cylinder may separate from booster
Reported June 29, 2023Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 23V458000124,077 vehicles affected
An improperly assembled fastener may allow the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster, causing loss of brake function and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles. The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster assembly.
Consequence
Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are VEU, AEV, and ZET.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
VSA modulator may leak brake fluid
Reported June 15, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V430000386 vehicles affected
A leaking valve in the VSA modulator may cause unintended movement with brake hold engaged or increased brake pedal travel, raising the risk of a crash or injury. Dealers will replace the modulator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Defect
Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel.
Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the VSA modulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are OEJ, XEK, AEY, XEX and OEW.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Driver seat cushion frame may break
Reported March 30, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V229000640 vehicles affected
An improperly welded driver seat frame may cause the cushion frame to break, preventing proper restraint in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the seat cushion frame assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic Type R vehicles. The driver's seat frame may not have been welded properly, which can cause the seat cushion frame to break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence
A broken seat cushion frame may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front driver seat cushion frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TDY.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine
Reported March 25, 2021Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 21V215000624,552 vehicles affected
The low-pressure fuel pump may fail and cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Drive shafts may break
Reported December 10, 2020Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 20V770000248,358 vehicles affected
The drive shafts' protective coating may be improperly applied, leaving them vulnerable to road salt or other contaminants and potentially causing breakage. A broken shaft can cause sudden loss of drive power or allow the vehicle to roll away if the parking brake is not applied. Dealers will inspect the shafts and replace either one if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Acura ILX, 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid, and 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles with a manual transmission and 2009-2013 Honda Fit vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The drive shafts' protective coating may not have been applied properly during manufacturing, making it more susceptible to damage from road salt, or other contaminants, and potentially cause it to break.
Consequence
A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing either the left or right drive shaft, if necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk with an interim letter mailed February 2, 2021. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are P9M, PAV, BAY, TAX, CA0, and MAZ.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver airbag inflator may deploy slowly or rupture
Reported October 23, 2020DVSA recall R/2020/061381,915 vehicles affected
Moisture absorbed by the driver airbag propellant could cause slow deployment or inflator rupture. The inflator or airbag assembly will be replaced; remedy parts are still being prepared.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE ABSORPTION OF MOISTURE INTO THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG PROPELLANT COULD LEAD TO SLOW DEPLOYMENT OR INFLATOR RUPTURE
Defect
The absorption of moisture into the driverï¿½s airbag propellant could lead to slow deployment or inflator rupture.
Remedy
Replace the airbag inflator or the airbag assembly. Honda is still preparing for the development and production of the remedy parts.
Fuel pump impellers may have low density
Reported August 24, 2020Model years 2017–2020DVSA recall R/2020/18676,887 vehicles affected
The fuel pump may have low density impellers. The affected fuel pumps will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH A FUEL PUMP MODULE MANUFACTURED WITH LOW DENSITY IMPELLARS
Defect
Affected vehicles may be equipped with a fuel pump module manufactured with low density impellers.
Remedy
The affected fuel pumps will be replaced.
Fuel pump may fail and stall engine
Reported May 28, 2020Model years 2018–2019NHTSA campaign 20V314000135,995 vehicles affected
The low-pressure fuel pump may fail and cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Emissions may not meet regulatory requirements
Reported January 31, 2020Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2020/008152,469 vehicles affected
Emissions may not meet regulatory requirements. The engine control unit software will be updated to improve the emissions control system.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE REGULATORY REQUIREMENT FOR EMISSIONS LEVELS ARE NOT MET
Defect
The regulatory requirement for emissions levels are not met.
Remedy
Update the software in the Engine Control Unit to improve the performance of the emissions control system
Replacement driver air bag inflator may rupture or underinflate
Reported January 17, 2020Model years 2000NHTSA campaign 20V027000875,966 vehicles affected
Moisture may cause the replacement driver air bag inflator to rupture or the air bag to underinflate. A rupture may send metal fragments toward occupants, and an underinflated bag may not protect them properly. Dealers will inspect the air bags and replace the inflator with a different design if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bags in the vehicles, replacing the driver frontal air bag inflator with an inflator of a different design, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver air bag inflator may rupture or underinflate
Reported January 17, 2020Model years 1996–2000NHTSA campaign 20V0260001,439,841 vehicles affected
Moisture may cause the driver air bag inflator to rupture or the air bag to underinflate. A rupture may send metal fragments toward occupants, and an underinflated bag may not protect them properly. Dealers will inspect it and replace it with a different design if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver airbag may not deploy correctly
Reported August 29, 2019Model years 2007–2014DVSA recall R/2019/24624 vehicles affected
The driver airbag may not deploy correctly. The remedy is to replace the inflator inside the driver airbag module.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE AIR BAG INFLATOR RUPTURE
Defect
Driver air bag may not deploy correctly.
Remedy
The inflator inside the drivers airbag module is to be replaced.
Driver airbag may not deploy correctly
Reported August 29, 2019Model years 2003–2011DVSA recall R/2019/245129 vehicles affected
The driver airbag may not deploy correctly. The inflator inside the driver's airbag module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE AIR BAG INFLATOR RUPTURE
Defect
Driver air bag may not deploy correctly.
Remedy
The inflator inside the drivers airbag module is to be replaced.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture
Reported August 29, 2019Model years 2000–2014DVSA recall R/2019/243979,176 vehicles affected
The passenger airbag may not deploy correctly. The inflator inside the passenger airbag module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE AIR BAG INFLATOR RUPTURE
Defect
Passenger air bag may not deploy correctly.
Remedy
The inflator inside the passengerï¿½s airbag module is to be replaced.
Passenger air bag inflator may explode
Reported June 27, 2019Model years 2006–2011NHTSA campaign 19V5020009,555 vehicles affected
The passenger air bag inflator may explode after its propellant degrades, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-2014 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are F5F and Q5E.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger air bag inflator may explode
Reported June 27, 2019Model years 2001–2005NHTSA campaign 19V5010001,657,752 vehicles affected
The passenger air bag inflator may explode after its propellant degrades, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2012 RL, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007-2008 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal airbag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are E5D and X5C.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver air bag inflator may explode
Reported June 27, 2019Model years 2001–2005NHTSA campaign 19V4990003,947 vehicles affected
The driver air bag inflator may explode after its propellant degrades, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2003-2006 MDX, 2001-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot and 2006 Ridgeline vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Q5A and Y58.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver airbag inflator may rupture
Reported May 29, 2019Model years 2000–2007DVSA recall R/2019/12527 vehicles affected
The driver airbag may not ignite correctly; irregular pressure rise during deployment could rupture the inflator container. The driver airbag assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INNER PRESSURE OF THE INFLATOR MAY IRREGULARLY RISE UPON AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT RUPTURING THE INFLATOR CONTAINER
Defect
Driver air bag may not ignite correctly.
Remedy
Replace the drivers air bag assembly.
Passenger air bag inflator may be installed incorrectly
Reported May 16, 2019Model years 2006–2011NHTSA campaign 19V37800019,138 vehicles affected
An incorrectly installed inflator may prevent the passenger frontal air bag from deploying properly in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect the installation and replace the air bag module if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
Consequence
An incorrectly installed air bag inflator may not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M4O, P4R, T4Q, and W4P.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver air bag inflator may explode
Reported March 6, 2019Model years 2001–2005NHTSA campaign 19V1820001,101,534 vehicles affected
A manufacturing error may cause the driver frontal air bag inflator to explode when deployed, sending metal fragments that could seriously injure or kill occupants. Dealers will replace the inflator with an alternate one free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and 2009 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2007 and 2010-2011 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator as part of a previous Takata inflator recall remedy or a replacement driver air bag module containing the same inflator type as a service part. Due to a manufacturing error, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode.
Consequence
An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O41. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is U40.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Owner information kit may omit required child seat details
Reported November 16, 2018Model years 2017–2018NHTSA campaign 18V8170007,016 vehicles affected
The owner's guide may be missing or may not include required child restraint anchorage information, which can increase crash or injury risk. Dealers will replace the owner's information kit free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles. The owners guide in these vehicles may not have been included or if included, the owner's guide may not have been properly provided required information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence
If the information is missing or improper, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the owners information kit, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O3A.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Steering assist may turn in the wrong direction
Reported September 27, 2018Model years 2017–2018NHTSA campaign 18V66300054 vehicles affected
A loose steering sensor magnet may cause steering assist to act in the opposite direction during a full-lock turn, reducing manoeuvrability and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly secured, allowing the magnet to become dislodged. During a full lock turn, the dislodged magnet may cause steering assist to be applied in the opposite direction.
Consequence
The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode
Reported September 27, 2018Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 18V6610001,355,406 vehicles affected
The passenger airbag inflator may explode after propellant degrades, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, California, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Acura TSX, TSX Wagon and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Insight, Fit and Pilot vehicles, 2011-2012 Honda Accord and 2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Lastly, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot, 2011-2013 TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord and 2010-2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M2J and S2K.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Seat pad may block side airbag deployment
Reported July 27, 2018Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2018/11916 vehicles affected
A front seat back pad without the required slit may block the side airbag from deploying as intended, reducing occupant protection in a side impact. A dealer or authorised repairer will inspect the pad and replace it, and if needed the seat heater element and cover, free of charge.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY AS INTENDED
Defect
The front seat back pad mould (seat back cushion) and side airbag (SAB) are fitted to the seat back frame. The SAB is fitted underneath the pad mould and the pad mould has been designed with a slit that allows the SAB to deploy from underneath the pad mould. Seat back pad moulds that were supplied for after-sales use were not manufactured correctly; the slit process was not completed. When a front seat pad without the slit is assembled to the car it may block SAB deployment and may not satisfy occupant protection performance which is a non-conformance to side impact regulation.
Remedy
Registered owners of affected vehicles will receive a notification letter that will ask them to take their vehicles to a dealership or authorised repairer for a free repair. The technician will carry out inspection to verify the condition of the front seat back pad mould and will replace the pad mould and if necessary the seat heater element and seat back cover.
Certification label may show incorrect characters
Reported June 20, 2018Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 18V42100013 vehicles affected
Random characters in the manufacturing date area of the certification label may make it difficult to tell whether the vehicle is included in a safety recall, increasing crash or injury risk. Dealers will replace the label, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Civic vehicles. The manufacturing date area of the certification labels may have random characters which can affect the owner's ability to determine if a safety recall includes their vehicle.
Consequence
If the owner is not able to verify if their vehicle is involved in safety recall, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is U23.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag may be installed incorrectly
Reported April 26, 2018Model years 2001–2011NHTSA campaign 18V2680001,335 vehicles affected
The passenger airbag may have been installed incorrectly and could deploy improperly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect the airbag module and replace it if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2012 Honda Accord and Pilot, 2010 Accord Crosstour, 2001-2011 Civic, 2002-2011 CR-V, 2003-2004, 2006-2008 and 2011 Element, 2007 and 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2012 Insight, 2002-2004 Odyssey, and 2012 Ridgeline vehicles. The front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
Consequence
An incorrectly installed air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are K1P, and M1O.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Seatback pad may interfere with side airbag
Reported April 26, 2018Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 18V26600069 vehicles affected
Replacement seatback pads lack openings for the seat-mounted side airbags and may interfere with their deployment in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the front seatback pads, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles. Driver and front passenger seatback pads sold as replacement service parts were made without slit openings for the seat-mounted side air bags. In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the seatback pad would interfere and adversely affect air bag performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Consequence
If the seat-mounted air bags cannot not deploy correctly in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seatback pads, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is E1D, U1B, and X1C.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Airbag inflator may rupture
Reported February 23, 2018Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2018/03053,088 vehicles affected
The inflator propellant may degrade and burn too aggressively, causing the inflator to overinflate and rupture when the airbag activates. Metal fragments could pass through the cushion and injure occupants. The inflator and airbag will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Defect
The propellant used in the air bag inflators may degrade over time due to heat cycles and exposure to moisture. In the event that the airbag is activated it may overinflate due to overly aggressive combustion of the propellant. The excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing severe injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag inflator and airbag.
Passenger air bag inflator may explode
Reported January 9, 2018Model years 2009–2011NHTSA campaign 18V042000691,726 vehicles affected
The passenger air bag inflator may explode when the air bag deploys, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX, ZDX, Honda Accord Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot vehicles, 2011-13 Acura TSX Sportswagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord,, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles and 2013 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2012 Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Accord Crosstour, Fit and Pilot, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V, and 2010 Acura ZDX and Honda Insight vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Unless included in Zones A or B above, Honda is recalling certain 2009 Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid, CR-V, Fit, and Pilot vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are B0K and L0J.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Right halfshaft may break
Reported November 9, 2017Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 17V7060005,404 vehicles affected
The right halfshaft may be weakened by improper heat treatment and break, preventing the engine from moving the vehicle. It may also allow the vehicle to roll away if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect it, replace it if needed and align the front wheels free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles. The right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength.
Consequence
The improper heat treatment can result in the halfshaft breaking, preventing the engine from moving the vehicle, and can allow a possible roll away situation if the parking brake is not engaged. This can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the halfshaft's serial number, replacing it as necessary and aligning the front wheels, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K0E.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger air bag inflator may be installed incorrectly
Reported August 31, 2017Model years 2006–2011NHTSA campaign 17V5450003,257 vehicles affected
A replacement passenger frontal air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly and could deploy the air bag improperly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2008-2012 Accord, 2010-2012 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2012 Fit and Pilot, 2010-2012 Insight, and 2009-2012 Acura TSX vehicles that received replacement passenger frontal air bag inflators. One dealership may have incorrectly installed the replacement air bag inflators.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, an incorrectly installed passenger frontal air bag inflator may deploy the air bag improperly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are O07, Y0A, N06, G05, M04, Y01, and O09.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture
Reported March 28, 2017Model years 2008–2010DVSA recall R/2017/017114,025 vehicles affected
Abnormal deployment pressure may rupture the passenger airbag inflator case and propel metal fragments into the passenger compartment. The inflator inside the passenger airbag module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Defect
Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the passenger's air bag inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the inflator inside the passenger's air bag module.
Passenger air bag inflator may rupture
Reported January 10, 2017Model years 2006–2011NHTSA campaign 17V030000977,708 vehicles affected
In a crash, the passenger air bag inflator may rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, risking serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Acura TSX, 2011-2012 Acura TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Acura ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2012 Honda Accord Crosstour and Honda Insight, 2009-2012 Honda Fit, 2009-2012 Pilot, 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2012 Honda FCX Clarity and 2006-2011 Honda Civic, Civic Hybrid, Civic NGV vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, if not included in "Zone A" above, Honda is recalling certain 2009 Acura TSX, Honda Fit and Pilot, 2008-2009 Honda Accord, 2006-2009 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, and 2007-2009 Honda CR-V vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, if not included in "Zone B" above, Honda is recalling certain 2008 Honda Accord, 2006-2008 Honda Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV and 2007-2008 Honda CR-V vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator, free of charge. The manufacturer has mailed an interim notification, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KE1 and KE2.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Electric parking brake may not engage
Reported October 11, 2016Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 16V725000350,083 vehicles affected
The electric parking brake may not engage if applied immediately after the ignition is turned off, allowing the vehicle to roll and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software so the brake can engage immediately, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Honda Civic two door and four door 1.5L turbo and 2.0L vehicles. The electric parking brake (EPB) may not engage if it is applied immediately after turning the ignition off.
Consequence
If the EPB is not applied, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to allow the EPB to engage immediately after the ignition is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KC6.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake modulator fault may cause wheel lock
Reported August 12, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/177EU Safety Gate A12/0922/16769 vehicles affected
A faulty check valve in the brake modulator may prevent the anti-lock braking system from working correctly, possibly locking a wheel during braking. The City Brake Active system may also not work as intended. The modulator will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE WHEEL LOCK WHEN ABS ACTIVATED
Defect
Due to a manufacturing a check valve in the Vehicle Stability Assist / Anti lock braking modulator not operate correctly.The anti lock braking may not operate correctly resulting in possible wheel lock under anti lock braking operation. In addition the City Brake Active system (CTBA) may not operate as intended.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace Vehicle Stability Assist / Anti lock braking modulator
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture
Reported August 8, 2016Model years 2005–2008DVSA recall R/2016/12792,888 vehicles affected
Excessive pressure could rupture the inflator when the airbag deploys, sending metal fragments through the cushion and potentially injuring occupants. Replace the passenger front airbag module.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Defect
In the event that the airbag is activated excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the vehicle occupants and / or in worst cases a fatality.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the passenger front air bag module.
Stability control may not work correctly
Reported July 22, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/16597 vehicles affected
A filter in the stability assist/anti-lock braking modulator may break and foul a check valve. Stability control may then fail to control the vehicle as intended, risking a skid or loss of control; the braking system itself retains function. The modulator will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
Defect
A filter in the Vehicle Stability Assist / Anti lock braking modulator may break and foul one of the one-way check valves in the modulator. If the check valve does not operate correctly the vehicle stability control (using brake pressure) will not operate correctly. In some driving conditions the vehicle stability system may not be able to control the vehicle as intended and this may result in a skid or loss of vehicle control. The braking system does not lose function.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the VSA modulator.
Taillight side marker may stop working
Reported July 11, 2016Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 16V52600011,846 vehicles affected
A damaged circuit board may make a taillight side marker inoperable, reducing visibility to other drivers and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect both taillight assemblies and replace them as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic 2-Door vehicles manufactured February 23, 2016, through May 20, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a damaged LED side marker light circuit board inside the taillight assembly, making the marker light inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Consequence
If a side marker light does not function, vehicle visibility can be decreased to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both the taillight assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KB8.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture
Reported May 24, 2016Model years 2006–2011NHTSA campaign 16V3460002,719,386 vehicles affected
In a crash that deploys the front airbags, an inflator may rupture and send metal fragments into the vehicle, potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Acura TSX, 2011 TSX Wagon, 2010-2011 Acura ZDX, 2008-2011 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid, and Civic GX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2010-2011 FCX Clarity and Insight, and 2009-2011 Fit, and Pilot vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless already included in "Zone A" above, Honda is recalling certain model year 2008 Honda Accord, 2006-2008 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic GX, and 2007-2008 CR-V vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Vehicles not originally sold or ever registered in either Zones A or B are not subject to this safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall is KA4, KA5, KA6, and KA7.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver airbag inflator may rupture
Reported May 16, 2016Model years 2004–2015DVSA recall R/2016/045EU Safety Gate A12/0474/161,260,870 vehicles affected
Abnormal deployment pressure may rupture the driver airbag inflator and propel metal fragments into the passenger compartment. The inflator inside the driver airbag module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DRIVERS AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE IF DEPLOYED
Defect
Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the driver's air bag inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the inflator inside the driver's air bag module.
Piston wrist pin circlip may be missing or misinstalled
Reported February 9, 2016Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 16V07400042,129 vehicles affected
A missing or incorrectly installed piston wrist pin circlip may let the pin drift and damage the cylinder, causing the engine to seize and increasing crash or fire risk. Dealers will inspect and replace piston assemblies and damaged engine parts as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic vehicles manufactured September 22, 2015, to February 3, 2016 and equipped with 2.0L engines. The affected vehicles have engines with piston assemblies that may have been manufactured without a piston wrist pin circlip or with an incorrectly installed piston wrist pin circlip.
Consequence
If a circlip is missing or incorrectly installed, the piston wrist pin may not be secure and may drift and damage the engine cylinder causing the engine to seize, and increasing the risk of a crash or a fire.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the piston assemblies and damaged engine components, as necessary, free of charge. Parts are expected to be available in the Summer of 2016. Owners were mailed an interim notification beginning March 31, 2016, and will be mailed a second notice when parts are available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JX9.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Transmission software may damage drive pulley shaft
Reported September 15, 2015Model years 2014–2015NHTSA campaign 15V574000143,676 vehicles affected
Transmission control software may damage the drive pulley shaft. The shaft could break, causing loss of acceleration or front wheels to lock while driving. Dealers will update the transmission software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation may result in damage to the transmission drive pulley shaft.
Consequence
If the transmission drive pulley shaft is damaged, it may break, and the vehicle may lose acceleration or the front wheels may lock up while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU2 (Civic) and JU3(Fit).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture
Reported June 29, 2015Model years 2003–2008DVSA recall R/2015/104EU Safety Gate A12/0724/151,455,918 vehicles affected
Abnormal deployment pressure may rupture the inflator and propel metal fragments toward the windscreen or passenger footwell, potentially causing injury. The passenger airbag inflator will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Defect
Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled upward toward the windshield or downward toward the front passengerï¿½s foot well potentially causing injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the inflator inside the front passengerï¿½s airbag module with a new one.
Driver airbag inflator may rupture when deployed
Reported June 29, 2015DVSA recall R/2015/103EU Safety Gate A12/0725/15365,058 vehicles affected
Abnormal deployment pressure may rupture the inflator case, propelling metal fragments into the passenger compartment and potentially injuring an occupant. The driver airbag module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DRIVERS AIRBAG MAY RUPTURE IF DEPLOYED
Defect
Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment potentially causing injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the drivers airbag module.
Passenger air bag inflator may rupture
Reported June 15, 2015Model years 2001–2005NHTSA campaign 15V3700003,498,481 vehicles affected
Moisture may cause the passenger air bag inflator to rupture when deployed, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially causing serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 Honda Civic vehicles manufactured March 21, 2000, to January 20, 2005, 2001-2004 Honda Civic GX vehicles manufactured June 14, 2000, to August 19, 2004, 2003-2005 Honda Civic Hybrid vehicles manufactured February 24, 2002, to January 18, 2005, 2003-2007 Honda Accord vehicles manufactured February 21, 2002, to August 28, 2007, 2002-2004 Honda CR-V vehicles, 2002-2003 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 19, 2001, to July 12, 2003, 2003 Acura MDX vehicles manufactured September 19, 2002, to June 19, 2003, 2003 Honda Element vehicles manufactured June 25, 2002, to July 31, 2003, and 2003 Honda Pilot vehicles manufactured November 26, 2001, to August 21, 2003. The affected vehicles have a passenger side frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture upon its deployment.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the passenger seat occupant or other occupants possibly causing serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU4, JU5, JU6, and JU7. Note: Vehicles that have already received a replacement passenger air bag inflator as part of the recall remedy for an earlier campaign such as 14V353 or 14V700 (Honda recall numbers S95, JH6, JH7, JH8, JH9, JJ0, JJ1, JJ2, JJ6, JM5 and JM6) are not included in this recall. However, this recall does supersede 13V132 and 14V349. Note: On December 18, 2015 Honda informed NHTSA of an expansion of this recall to include certain model year 2004 Honda CR-V vehicles in addition to additional model year 2003 CR-V vehicles.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver air bag inflator may rupture
Reported May 28, 2015Model years 2001–2005NHTSA campaign 15V3200006,281,043 vehicles affected
Moisture and other factors, including manufacturing variability, may cause the driver air bag inflator to rupture when deployed, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially causing serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2001-2007 Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2001-2004 Honda Civic GX, 2003-2005 Honda Civic Hybrid, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, 2006 Ridgeline, 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2003-2006 Acura MDX, and 2002-2003 Acura 3.2TL vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability that, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238, select option 4. Note: Vehicles that have had their driver frontal air bag replaced previously as part of a recall remedy prior to September 12, 2014 need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well. Vehicles that, on or after September 12, 2014, received a remedy for a prior driver frontal air bag inflator recall already received an inflator of a different design, and therefore are not included in this recall and do not require additional servicing. Note: This recall fully supersedes recalls 08V-593, 09V-259, 10V-041, 11V-260, 14V-351 and 15V-153. Honda's numbers for this recall are JQ9, JR0, JR1, JR2, JR3, JR4, JR5, JR6, JR7, and JR8.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture
Reported March 16, 2015Model years 2003DVSA recall R/2015/043EU Safety Gate A12/0355/15155,675 vehicles affected
Improperly manufactured propellant wafers may cause the passenger airbag inflator to rupture and the airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash, increasing injury risk or causing an interior fire. The inflator module will be inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Defect
The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators which could have been assembled with improperly manufactured propellant wafers. Improperly manufactured propellant wafers could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash. This could result in increased risk of injury to the occupant or in a thermal issue in the interior compartment which may lead to fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the airbag inflator module.
Driver's airbag inflator may rupture
Reported January 5, 2015Model years 2003–2004DVSA recall R/2014/15825,446 vehicles affected
The inflator may develop excessive pressure and rupture when the airbag deploys, sending metal fragments into the passenger compartment and potentially injuring occupants. The inflator will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DRIVERS AIRBAG MAY RUPTURE IF DEPLOYED
Defect
The drivers front airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure. If an affected airbag deploys the increased internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment potentially causing injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the inflator inside the drivers airbag module with a new one.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture
Reported November 4, 2014Model years 2001–2005NHTSA campaign 14V700000
Excessive pressure may cause the passenger airbag inflator to rupture when it deploys, sending metal fragments into the cabin and potentially seriously injuring occupants. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 Honda Civic, 2003-2004 Civic CNG and Element, 2002-2005 CR-V, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2005 Accord, Pilot, Civic Hybrid, and Acura MDX, 2005 Acura RL and 2006 Honda Ridgeline vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa are addressed by this recall. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengerÂs frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.Note: This recall supersedes safety recall 14V-353, with the exception of vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in California.Those vehicles will continue to be addressed, and a free remedy provided, under that safety recall campaign.This recall also includes vehicles in the specific geographic areas listed above that were included within safety recalls 13V-132 and 14V-349.
Passenger air bag inflator may rupture
Reported June 20, 2014Model years 2003–2005NHTSA campaign 14V353000133,207 vehicles affected
Excessive pressure may cause the passenger frontal air bag inflator to rupture during deployment, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially causing serious injury or death. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
American Honda Motor Company, Inc.'s (Honda) is conducting a limited regional recall for certain model year 2003-2005 Accord, Civic, CR-V, Pilot and Acura MDX, model year 2003-2004 Odyssey and Element, and model year 2005 Acura RL, and 2006 Honda Ridgeline vehicles originally sold, or ever registered in California, and equipped with Takata-brand air bag inflators. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengerÂs frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflators in all affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during August 2014. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Damaged tire bead may cause air loss
Reported March 10, 2014Model years 2014NHTSA campaign 14V1090009,816 vehicles affected
The tire bead may have been pinched during mounting and damaged, causing the tire to lose air and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace any damaged tire free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
TIRES:BEAD
Defect
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Honda Civic LX vehicles manufactured November 26, 2013, through January 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, during mounting of the tires, the tire bead may have gotten pinched between the assembly equipment and the steel wheel rims, resulting in damage to the tire.
Consequence
The tire damage could cause the tire to lose air, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any damaged tire, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JD8.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture
Reported April 17, 2013Model years 2001–2003DVSA recall R/2013/0491,509,125 vehicles affected
Improperly manufactured propellant wafers may cause the passenger airbag inflator to rupture and deploy abnormally in a crash, increasing injury risk or causing an interior fire. The inflator module will be inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Defect
The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators which could have been assembled with improperly manufactured propellant wafers. Improperly manufactured propellant wafers could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash. This could result in increased risk of injury to the occupant or in a thermal issue in the interior compartment which may lead to fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the airbag inflator module.
Steering column may not absorb crash energy properly
Reported November 21, 2012Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 12V548000157 vehicles affected
An incorrect steering column may not absorb energy properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:COLUMN
Defect
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Civic passenger vehicles, manufactured from October 26, 2012, through October 30, 2012. These vehicles were assembled with the incorrect steering column assembly.
Consequence
The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 10, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda's campaign recall number is S69.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine may start while in gear
Reported November 13, 2012Model years 2011–2012DVSA recall R/2012/122244 vehicles affected
A software issue may allow the engine to start while the vehicle is in gear with the clutch released. New software will be installed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE MAY MOVE UNEXPECTEDLY
Defect
Due to a software issue it could be possible to start the engine when the vehicle is in gear and the clutch is not depressed.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to install new software.
Transmission may show neutral while in reverse
Reported July 16, 2012DVSA recall R/2012/07128,620 vehicles affected
The gear indicator may show neutral while the gearbox is in reverse, and the vehicle may reverse unexpectedly. The software will be corrected and the reverse shift holder inspected; parts will be replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
TRANSMISSION MAY MALFUNCTION
Defect
In rare circumstances the gear indicator may display neutral when the gearbox is in reverse gear. If this happens the vehicle may reverse unexpectedly and cause an incident.
Remedy
Recall vehicles likely to be affected to correct the unit software and inspect the reverse shift holder for deformation. Where necessary the reverse shift piece and shift holder will be replaced.
Driver's side driveshaft may separate
Reported June 4, 2012Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 12V25600050,190 vehicles affected
The driver's side driveshaft may separate, causing loss of drive power. The vehicle may roll away if the parking brake is not set, increasing the risk of a crash or pedestrian injury. Dealers will inspect the driveshaft and install a new one if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 HONDA CIVIC VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE PROCESS REQUIRED TO SEAT THE DRIVERÂS SIDE DRIVESHAFT AND SET THE RETAINING CLIP WAS NOT COMPLETED. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVESHAFT MAY SEPARATE.
Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE WILL HAVE A LOSS OF DRIVE POWER AND MAY ROLL AWAY IF THE PARKING BRAKE HAS NOT BEEN SET WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR HAS BEEN PLACED IN THE ÂPARKÂ POSITION, INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH OR PEDESTRIAN INJURY.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver's side driveshaft and install a new driveshaft as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 21. 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS S40.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Low beam headlight wiring may melt
Reported March 30, 2012Model years 2002–2003NHTSA campaign 12V1360001,375,217 vehicles affected
Wear and increased electrical resistance may cause the low beam wiring connector terminals to melt. The headlights may stop working, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will repair the wiring or replace the lighting switch as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002 THROUGH 2004 CR-V; MODEL YEAR 2003 THROUGH 2005 PILOT; AND MODEL YEAR 2002 AND 2003 CIVIC VEHICLES. IN MARCH 2012, HONDA FILED A DEFECT REPORT TO RECALL CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002 THROUGH 2004 CR-V AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003 PILOT VEHICLES. IN AUGUST 2012, HONDA INFORMED THE AGENCY THAT IT WAS INCLUDING AN ADDITIONAL 820,789 VEHICLES INCLUDING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AND 2005 PILOTS AND MODEL YEAR 2002 AND 2003 CIVICS. THE TOTAL NUMBER OF VEHICLES BEING RECALLED IS NOW 1,375,217. DUE TO TENSION FROM THE COMBINATION SWITCH WIRING HARNESS, WEAR ON THE SURFACE OF THE ELECTRICAL TERMINAL CAN OCCUR, YIELDING COPPER OXIDE, WHICH INCREASES ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE. INCREASED ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE MAY CAUSE THE TERMINAL ENDS TO MELT WITHIN THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR.
Consequence
IF THE TERMINAL ENDS MELT WITHIN THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE, REDUCING DRIVER VISIBILITY AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE LOW BEAM TERMINAL HARNESS OR REPLACE THE LIGHTING SWITCH AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE ORIGINAL RECALL BEGAN IN APRIL 2012. OWNERS OF VEHICLES INVOLVED IN THE SEPTEMBER 2012 EXPANSION WILL BE NOTIFIED IN SEPTEMBER 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER FOR THE ORIGINAL RECALL IS S34.HONDA'S RECALL NUMBER FOR THE ADDITIONAL VEHICLES IS S51.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Engine bay wiring harness may short circuit
Reported November 30, 2011Model years 2006–2010DVSA recall R/2011/14413,183 vehicles affected
Incorrect positioning under the engine mounting bracket may damage the wiring harness, causing a short circuit or, in the worst case, a fire. The harness will be inspected and replaced if damaged.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR
Defect
Incorrect positioning of the engine bay wiring harness under the engine mounting bracket could result in damage to the harness leading to a short circuit or in the worst case a fire.
Remedy
Inspection of the wiring harness. If damaged harness is to be replaced
Misaligned fuel line seal may cause a leak
Reported May 18, 2011Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 11V2880001,156 vehicles affected
A misaligned O-ring at a fuel feed line connection may allow fuel to leak, which could cause a fire if it reaches an ignition source. Dealers will replace the fuel feed line assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CIVIC 2-DOOR AND 4-DOOR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 21, 2011, THROUGH MAY 2, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT AN O-RING, WHICH SEALS A CONNECTION IN THE FUEL FEED LINE, IS MISALIGNED. IF THE O-RING IS MISALIGNED, A SMALL FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FEED LINE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA'S SAFETY RECALL NO. R79.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
DC converter diode may fail and stall the engine
Reported April 12, 2011Model years 2005–2006DVSA recall R/2011/021583 vehicles affected
A damaged diode in the DC converter may deteriorate and cause a short circuit, blowing a fuse and stalling the engine. The engine may not restart. The dealer will replace the DC converter.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY STALL
Defect
It is possible that a diode within the DC converter of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system became damaged during initial testing. Over time the diode could deteriorate and eventually fail causing a short circuit within the IMA system which results in the 100amp fuse blowing. A melted fuse will result in the engine stalling and the engine cannot be restarted. There will not be any noticeable symptoms prior to the engine stalling.
Remedy
The dealer will replace the DC converter with a new one.
Fuel pump rollover valve may separate
Reported March 15, 2011Model years 2011NHTSA campaign 11V17600018,056 vehicles affected
A cracked or broken case may let the rollover valve separate and fail, allowing fuel to leak during a rollover. Fuel could ignite and cause a fire. Dealers will inspect the fuel pump module and replace it if necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 HONDA CIVIC VEHICLES. TO PREVENT FUEL FROM LEAKING OUT OF A VEHICLE'S FUEL TANK INTO THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS CANISTER IN THE EVENT A ROLL-OVER INCIDENT OCCURS, THE FUEL PUMP MODULE IS EQUIPPED WITH A ROLL OVER VALVE (ROV). DUE TO IMPROPER ULTRASONIC WELDING OF THE PLASTIC CASE THAT HOUSES THE ROV WITHIN THE FUEL PUMP MODULE, THE CASE MATERIAL MAY BREAK OR CRACK, WHICH MAY CAUSE THE ROV TO SEPARATE FROM THE CASE AND FAIL TO FUNCTION, THEREBY INCREASING THE RISK OF FUEL LEAKAGE IN A ROLL-OVER INCIDENT.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP MODULE AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA SAFETY RECALL NO. R65.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Voltage converter may fail
Reported March 2, 2011Model years 2006–2007NHTSA campaign 11V10600036,656 vehicles affected
The voltage converter may fail, causing the headlights to turn off, the engine to stall and the vehicle to be unable to restart. This increases crash risk. Dealers will replace the converter, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2007 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID VEHICLES. THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE VOLTAGE CONVERTER THAT RELAYS POWER FROM THE INTEGRATED MOTOR ASSIST (IMA) SYSTEM TO THE VEHICLE'S ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS TO FAIL.
Consequence
THIS FAILURE WILL CAUSE THE HEADLIGHTS TO TURN OFF, THE ENGINE TO STALL, AND PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM BEING RESTARTED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE CONVERTER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009 A SELECT OPTION 4.
Notes
HONDA'S SAFETY RECALL NO. R69. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture
Reported September 6, 2010Model years 2000–2001DVSA recall R/2010/087264 vehicles affected
The airbag propellant may burn too quickly, causing excessive pressure that could rupture the inflator and scatter metal fragments. The front passenger airbag assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
IF DEPLOYED THE AIRBAGS MAY ENDANGER PASSENGER
Defect
The combustion rate of the airbag propellant may be too fast causing excessive internal pressure in the inflator during airbag deployment. In an extreme case the inflator casing may rupture leading to a scattering of metal fragments.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front passenger airbag assembly.
Ignition switch may let the key come out of gear
Reported August 5, 2010Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 10V364000551,498 vehicles affected
A deformed ignition switch interlock lever may allow the key to be removed before an automatic transmission is in Park. The vehicle could roll away, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the interlock pin and lever with redesigned components free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Defect
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003 HONDA ACCORD, CIVIC TWO AND FOUR DOOR, AND MODEL YEAR 2003-2004 HONDA ELEMENT VEHICLES. THE INTERLOCK LEVER OF THE IGNITION SWITCH MAY UNEXPECTEDLY DEFORM, WHICH CAN ALLOW THE INTERLOCK FUNCTION OF A VEHICLE WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO BE DEFEATED.
Consequence
REMOVAL OF THE IGNITION KEY WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR OF A VEHICLE WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HAS NOT BEEN SHIFTED TO THE PARK POSITION CAN ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE ORIGINAL INTERLOCK PIN AND LEVER WITHIN THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND REPLACE THEM WITH NEW, DESIGNED COMPONENTS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA SAFETY RECALL NO. R44.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Brake pedal pin may detach
Reported June 22, 2010Model years 2010DVSA recall R/2010/05310,752 vehicles affected
If the retaining clip or locking pin is missing, the brake pedal pin may detach, increasing pedal travel and stopping distance. The clip or pin will be checked and replaced if missing.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL
Defect
The footbrake pedal is connected to the master cylinder via the brake pedal pin. It is possible that the retaining clip/locking pin that locks the footbrake pedal pin may not have been installed. If this is the case it is possible that the brake pedal pin may become detached. This will result in an increase in pedal travel and a corresponding increase in stopping distance.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicle and check for presence of retaining clip/locking pin. If found to be missing a new clip/pin will be installed.
Handbrake may release unintentionally
Reported October 20, 2009Model years 2009DVSA recall R/2009/098889 vehicles affected
Incorrectly sized handbrake ratchet teeth may not engage properly with the pawl, allowing the lever to disengage. The lever will be checked and replaced if its date stamp is 200709.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE INADVERTENT RELEASE OF HANDBRAKE
Defect
On affected vehicles the handbrake ratchet tooth dimensions are incorrect resulting in a mismatch and incorrect engagement between pawl and ratchet teeth. Consequently the handbrake lever may disengage
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles check date stamp on lever and if marked 200709 replace handbrake lever
Fuel hose bracket is missing a nut
Reported October 14, 2008Model years 2008–2009NHTSA campaign 08V535000128 vehicles affected
The fuel hose connector bracket is missing a nut. In a crash, the bracket may loosen and damage the connector, causing a fuel leak and increasing fire risk. Dealers will install a nut on the bracket.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
HONDA IS RECALLING 128 MY 2008-2009 CIVIC SEDANS. A BRACKET THAT COVERS THE FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR IS SECURED WITH A BOLT AND NUT, BUT DURING ASSEMBLY THE NUT WAS NOT INSTALLED.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE BRACKET MAY BECOME LOOSE WHICH COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR. A DAMAGED CONNECTOR COULD LEAD TO A FUEL LEAK AND INCREASES THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NUT ON THE FUEL FEED HOSE BRACKET. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 13, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Parking brake lever may travel too far
Reported September 17, 2008Model years 2008DVSA recall R/2008/124157 vehicles affected
Guide plates may separate, allowing the parking brake cable to move and causing excessive lever travel and incorrect cable tension. The parking brake lever assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
EXCESSIVE TRAVEL OF PARKING BRAKE LEVER. PARKING BRAKE PERFORMANCE AFFECTED
Defect
Parking brake assy; guide plates may separate allowing parking brake cable to move within the guide plates resulting in excess travel at lever and incorrect tension in cables.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace parking brake lever assembly.
Handbrake may not hold the vehicle
Reported April 16, 2008Model years 2005–2007DVSA recall R/2008/05978,524 vehicles affected
If the handbrake is applied while its release button is pressed, it may not latch securely and could fail to hold the vehicle on a slope. The handbrake assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
HANDBRAKE MAY RELEASE
Defect
It has been identified that; if the handbrake is applied with the release button intentionally or unintentionally depressed there is a small risk that the handbrake may not latch sufficiently to hold the vehicle securely on a slope.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the handbrake assembly replaced.
CNG tank may rupture in a severe fire
Reported November 1, 2007Model years 1998–2007NHTSA campaign 07V5120006,545 vehicles affected
In a severe fire near the rear seat, uneven heating may prevent the CNG tank pressure relief device from venting as designed. The tank could rupture, explode, and be ejected. Dealers will install heat-insulating material on the rear seat back.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
ON CERTAIN COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) VEHICLES, IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE INTERIOR FIRE IN THE AREA OF THE REAR SEAT, THE CNG TANK MAY BE HEATED UNEVENLY, PREVENTING THE PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICE FROM VENTING THE CONTENTS OF THE TANK AS DESIGNED.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN A TANK RUPTURE, EXPLOSION, AND EJECTION OF THE TANK FROM THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A HEAT INSULATOR MATERIAL TO THE REAR SEAT BACK. AN INTERIM OWNER LETTER WAS MAILED TO OWNERS BEGINNING NOVEMBER 26, 2007. WHEN PARTS ARE AVAILABLE, OWNERS WILL BE RENOTIFIED ASKING THEM TO BRING IN THEIR VEHICLE FOR REPAIR. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA RECALL NO. Q63.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Brake lights may fail and gear selector may stick in park
Reported October 15, 2007Model years 2005–2006DVSA recall R/2007/141601 vehicles affected
The brake lights may not illuminate when the pedal is pressed, and the gear selector may not release from park. The brake light switch will be replaced and a protected block connector fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE LIGHTS MAY FAIL TO ILLUMINATE. GEAR SELECTOR MAY BECOME STUCK IN PARK
Defect
It has been identified that the brake lights may not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed. Additionally it may not be possible for the driver to release the gear selector from the park(P) position.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the brake light switch replaced additionally a new block connector will be fitted which has additional protection against ingress of foreign substances.
Brake light switch may fail
Reported September 5, 2007Model years 2006–2007NHTSA campaign 07V402000130,000 vehicles affected
Excess grease may drip onto the brake light switch and cause it to fail. Brake lights may stop working, increasing the risk of a rear impact; an automatic transmission may also be stuck in Park. Dealers will replace the switch and add a protective cover free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
ON CERTAIN SEDAN AND HYBRID (CNG) VEHICLES, DURING ASSEMBLY, THE TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN MECHANISM MAY HAVE BEEN OVER-LUBRICATED WITH SILICONE GREASE. OVER TIME, SOME OF THIS EXTRA GREASE MAY DRIP ON THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH CAUSING THE SWITCH TO FAIL.
Consequence
FAILURE MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKE LIGHTS AND AN INCREASED RISK THAT THE VEHICLE COULD BE STRUCK IN THE REAR. IN ADDITION, A FAILED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH COULD PREVENT SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION FROM THE PARK POSITION (VEHICLES WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION).
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH AND INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER OVERTHE SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 2, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA RECALL NO. Q58.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Wheel bearing may loosen or fail
Reported September 5, 2007Model years 2006–2007NHTSA campaign 07V399000260,000 vehicles affected
An improperly sealed wheel speed sensor O-ring may let water into the wheel bearing, damaging it until it loosens or fails. A wheel could fall off and cause a crash. Dealers will inspect the rear ABS sensors and bearings and replace damaged parts free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING
Defect
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR HOUSING USES AN O-RING SEAL TO PREVENT LEAKAGE TO OR FROM THE WHEEL BEARING. IF ASSEMBLED IMPROPERLY, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY ALLOWING WATER TO ENTER THE WHEEL BEARING AND EVENTUALLY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE BEARING, ESPECIALLY IN AREAS WHERE USE OF ROAD SALT IS PREVALENT. IF THE DRIVER CONTINUES TO DRIVE WITH THIS CONDITION IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE WHEEL BEARING TO BECOME LOOSE, WHICH COULD CAUSE THE BEARING TO FAIL.
Consequence
THIS COULD CAUSE A WHEEL TO FALL OFF OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR ABS SENSORS AND WHEEL BEARINGS FOR DAMAGED PARTS AND REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA RECALL NO. Q56.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Engine may cut out when rear seat is occupied
Reported March 6, 2007Model years 2005DVSA recall R/2007/025569 vehicles affected
A deformed rear seat back may briefly interfere with an electrical connector and blow the main fuse, causing the engine to cut out. An additional plastic cover will be fitted over the connector.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
Defect
It has been established that when the rear seat is occupied the deformation of the seat back may cause a brief interference between a protection plate and an electrical connector. This can result in the main fuse blowing causing the engine to cut out.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have an additional plastic cover placed over the subject electrical connector.
Electrical terminal may short and stall engine
Reported February 8, 2007Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 07V03400031,123 vehicles affected
Rear seat pressure may pinch the rubber cap over an electrical terminal, exposing it to the metal cover. Contact could cause a short, blow the IMA fuse and stall the engine, increasing crash risk. Dealers will install a plastic cover and metal bracket over the rubber cap.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, CERTAIN PARTS OF THE INTEGRATED MOTOR ASSIST (IMA) SYSTEM ARE LOCATED UNDER A METAL COVER BEHIND THE REAR SEAT-BACK. OVER TIME THE WEIGHT OF REAR SEAT PASSENGERS MAY CAUSE THE METAL COVER TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH A RUBBER CAP COVERING AN ELECTRICAL TERMINAL. THE RUBBER CAP MAY GET PINCHED, EXPOSING THE ELECTRICAL TERMINAL.
Consequence
THE TERMINAL MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE METAL COVER, WHICH CAN RESULT IN AN ELECTRICAL SHORT THAT MAY BLOW THE IMA FUSE. A BLOWN FUSE WILL CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PLASTIC COVER ATTACHED TO A METAL BRACKET OVER THE RUBBER CAP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 26, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA RECALL NO. Q35.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Electric power steering assistance may be lost
Reported November 27, 2006Model years 2005–2006DVSA recall R/2006/1808,872 vehicles affected
The electric power steering warning lamp may illuminate and power assistance may be lost without prior symptoms. Test the control unit and replace it if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POWER STEERING MAY BE LOST
Defect
The electrical power steering warning lamp may illuminate and power assistance to the steering will be lost. The driver will not experience any symptoms prior to the failure.
Remedy
The electric power steering control unit will be tested and replaced as necessary
Fuel pump connector corrosion may cause engine to stall
Reported October 2, 2006Model years 2006DVSA recall R/2006/1543,038 vehicles affected
Water residue may corrode the fuel pump connector terminals, interrupting power and causing the engine not to start or to stall and fail to restart. The connector will be checked; if water or corrosion is found, the fuel pump assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT AND OR FAIL TO START
Defect
It has been identified that the engine may fail to start or may stall and fail to restart. This situation is caused by the presence of water residue from the tank testing procedure being left on the fuel pump wiring connector block. This situation can result in electrolytic corrosion of the connector terminals which may then break thus interrupting the electrical supply to the fuel pump with subsequent loss of fuel pressure.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be checked for the presence of corrosion and or water on the fuel pump connector block. Should this situation be found the fuel pump assembly will be replaced.
Rear glass may come loose or separate
Reported August 31, 2006Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 06V326000774 vehicles affected
The rear windshield or rear quarter glass may not adhere properly and could loosen, rattle, lift or separate while driving, creating a hazard to traffic. Dealers will remove the glass, prepare the opening properly and reinstall it.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Defect
ON CERTAIN 2-DOOR PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR WINDSHIELD OR REAR QUARTER GLASS PANELS DO NOT PROPERLY ADHERE TO THE BODY OF THE CAR DUE TO IMPROPER WINDOW OPENING PREPARATION.
Consequence
THE REAR WINDSHIELD OR REAR QUARTER GLASS PANELS MAY BECOME LOOSE, RATTLE OR LIFT FROM THE WINDOW OPENING OR SEPARATE FROM THE WINDOW WHILE DRIVING INCREASING THE SAFETY HAZARD TO TRAFFIC.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLE BY REMOVING THE GLASS, PROPERLY PREPARING THE WINDOW OPENING, AND REINSTALLING THE GLASS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 25, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA RECALL NO. Q22.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Owner's manual has incorrect safety hotline details
Reported July 26, 2006Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 06V2700001,190,000 vehicles affected
The owner's manual gives incorrect contact information for the NHTSA vehicle safety hotline. Owners and dealers will receive a postcard with the correct information and instructions to place it in the manual.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MOTORCYCLES, THE OWNER'S MANUALS CONTAIN INCORRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S (NHTSA) VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE.
Consequence
THE LANGUAGE IN THE OWNER'S MANUALS IS NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy
HONDA WILL SEND A POSTCARD TO DEALERS AND OWNERS WITH THE CORRECT NHTSA VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE INFORMATION AND WITH INSTRUCTIONS TO INSERT THE CARD INTO THE "REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS" SECTION OF THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 2, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009, ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238 OR HONDA MOTORCYCLES AT 1-866-784-1870.
Notes
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Passenger air bag may deploy for a child
Reported December 27, 2005Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 05V57200012,756 vehicles affected
A faulty occupant detection system may not suppress the front passenger air bag when it detects an infant or small child, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the system free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
ON CERTAIN 2-DOOR PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (ODS) CONTAINS A FAULTY ELECTRONIC COMPONENT. AS A RESULT, THE ODS WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY AND WILL NOT SUPPRESS FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT WHEN THE WEIGHT OF AN INFANT OR SMALL CHILD IS DETECTED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.
Consequence
IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, A DEPLOYING FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO AN INFANT OR SMALL CHILD.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ODS UNIT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA RECALL NO. Q01. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Accelerator pedal may come loose and stick the throttle
Reported November 3, 2005Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 05V50900025,298 vehicles affected
An improperly installed accelerator pedal may come loose from its stopper and cause the throttle to stick, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will reset the pedal or replace the assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Defect
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE PEDAL WERE NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED AND MAY COME LOOSE AT THE FLOOR MOUNTING.
Consequence
IF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS NOT INSERTED PROPERLY, THE PEDAL CAN COME LOOSE FROM THE PEDAL STOPPER CAUSING THE THROTTLE TO BECOME STUCK INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL RESET THE PEDAL OR REPLACE THE WHOLE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA RECALL NO. P98.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Front seat belt anchor may be improperly positioned
Reported November 18, 2004Model years 2004–2005NHTSA campaign 04V550000416 vehicles affected
An incorrect washer may restrict movement of a front seat belt anchor, leaving the belt improperly positioned for some occupants and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the anchors and replace the washer if an anchor does not rotate freely.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SOME FRONT SEAT BELT ANCHORS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH AN INCORRECT WASHER, WHICH COULD RESTRICT ANCHOR MOVEMENT. AS A RESULT, THE SEAT BELT MAY BE IMPROPERLY POSITIONED FOR CERTAIN OCCUPANTS.
Consequence
AN IMPROPERLY POSITIONED BELT COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT SEAT BELT ANCHORS FOR RESTRICTED MOVEMENT. IF AN ANCHOR DOES NOT ROTATE FREELY, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE WASHER WITH A COUNTERMEASURE WASHER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 24, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
HONDA RECALL NO. P55. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Dipped beam headlights may fail
Reported May 24, 2004Model years 2001DVSA recall R/2004/034264,330 vehicles affected
Dipped beam headlights may fail when switched on or while driving. The headlight switch will be replaced, and the dipped beam wiring terminal changed to address any heat damage.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE.
Defect
Dipped beam headlights may malfunction either when switched on or during driving.
Remedy
Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the headlight switch with a modified part. Additionally the terminal for dipped beam operation within the wiring harness will also be changed in order to rectify any heat damage that may have occurred.
Headlight wiring terminal may overheat
Reported February 24, 2004Model years 2001–2002NHTSA campaign 04V086000440,000 vehicles affected
The low-beam wiring terminal may overheat and cause the low beams to fail without warning, which could lead to a crash. Dealers will inspect the switch and coupler, then replace damaged parts or the switch and a coupler pin.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
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.
Consequence
AN UNEXPECTED LOSS OF LOW BEAMS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
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.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Tyre inner sidewall may be damaged
Reported June 16, 2003Model years 2003DVSA recall R/2003/078576 vehicles affected
The tyre inner sidewall may have been damaged during wheel balancing, and the tyre could deflate while driving. Sidewalls will be examined and any tyres damaged by the balancing operation will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO INNER SIDEWALL OF TYRE
Defect
It is possible that the tyre inner side wall may have been damaged during the tyre/wheel balance identification process. In the worst case the tyre could deflate when the car is being driven.
Remedy
Examine tyre side walls and replace any tyres found to have been damaged as a result of the wheel balancing operation.
Ignition switch may cause engine to stall
Reported August 6, 2002DVSA recall R/2002/071265,875 vehicles affected
Premature wear of electrical contacts in the ignition switch may cause the engine to stall without warning. A new ignition switch will be fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
IGNITION SWITCH MAY FAIL
Defect
Electrical contacts within the ignition switch wear prematurely. This can eventually cause the engine to stall without warning.
Remedy
Fit a new ignition switch.
Ignition switch contacts may wear and stall engine
Reported May 16, 2002Model years 1998–2000NHTSA campaign 02V1200001,000,000 vehicles affected
High electrical current during starting may degrade ignition switch contacts. Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the ignition switch.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Defect
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.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Rear seat belt buckle may be difficult to unfasten
Reported February 8, 2002Model years 2000–2001NHTSA campaign 02V05100016,459 vehicles affected
An improperly manufactured rear center seat belt buckle may be difficult to unfasten after a crash, although the belt should provide protection. Dealers will inspect and replace affected seat belt assemblies free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect
CERTAIN SEDANS AND COUPES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." CERTAIN REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLES WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED.
Consequence
THE REAR SEAT BELTS WILL WORK PROPERLY AND PROVIDE PROTECTION IN A CRASH, BUT THE OWNER MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY UNFASTENING THE BELT AFTER THE CRASH.
Remedy
IN A PREVIOUS RECALL (01V-380), ONLY RIGHT AND LEFT BUCKLES WERE INSPECTED. THE REAR CENTER BUCKLE SHOULD ALSO BE INSPECTED AND CORRECTED IF NECESSARY. THIS RECALL IS BEING CONDUCTED ONLY FOR THE CENTER BUCKLE. DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND REPLACE THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE IMRPOPERLY MANUFACTURED. ONLY BUCKLES THAT ARE MARKED (ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE BUCKLE) WITH AN ASSEMBLY NUMBER BEGINNING WITH 00185, 00186, OR 00187, WILL BE REPLACED. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT THEIR DEALER FOR THIS REPLACEMENT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 5, 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.
Notes
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Rear seat belt buckle may be difficult to release
Reported December 13, 2001Model years 2000–2001NHTSA campaign 01V38000016,459 vehicles affected
Some rear seat belt buckles were improperly manufactured. The belts should protect occupants in a crash, but may be difficult to unfasten afterward. Dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace affected seat belt assemblies, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SEDANS AND COUPES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." CERTAIN REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLES WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED.
Consequence
THE REAR SEAT BELTS WILL WORK PROPERLY AND PROVIDE PROTECTION IN A CRASH, BUT THE OWNER MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY UNFASTENING THE BELT AFTER THE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND REPLACE THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. ONLY BUCKLES THAT ARE MARKED (ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE BUCKLE) WITH AN ASSEMBLY NUMBER BEGINNING WITH 00185, 00186, OR 00187, WILL BE REPLACED. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT THEIR DEALER FOR THIS REPLACEMENT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 22, 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.
Notes
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Throttle may stick open due to broken air cleaner box
Reported October 22, 2001Model years 2001–2002NHTSA campaign 01V329000295 vehicles affected
A broken piece from the air cleaner box cover could enter the throttle body and make the throttle stick partly open, so the vehicle may not slow as expected. Dealers will inspect the box, remove any broken piece and replace the lid if damage is found.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS, THE AIR CLEANER BOX COVER MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED, AND A BROKEN PLASTIC PIECE COULD TRAVEL INTO THE INTAKE CHAMBER.
Consequence
IF THE PLASTIC PIECE LODGES IN THE THROTTLE BODY, THE THROTTLE COULD STICK IN A PARTIALLY OPEN POSITION. ALTHOUGH THE DRIVER CAN ALWAYS STOP THE CAR BY APPLYING ADDITIONAL BRAKE FORCE, OR BY TAKING OTHER ACTIONS (I.E., SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL, TURN OFF THE IGNITION KEY, ETC.), IF THE CAR CONTINUES TO MAINTAIN SPEED WHEN THE DRIVER IS EXPECTING IT TO SLOW, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE AIR CLEANER BOX FOR DAMAGE. IF DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE DEALER WILL LOCATE AND REMOVE THE BROKEN PLASTIC PIECE, AND REPLACE THE AIR CLEANER BOX LID. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON OCTOBER 25, 2001. 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.
Notes
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Fuel filler tube clips may be incorrectly fitted
Reported July 5, 2001DVSA recall R/2001/0754,601 vehicles affected
Incorrectly installed clips may leave the fuel filler tube unsecured, allowing fuel to leak in a severe rear impact. The clips will be checked and any incorrectly fitted clips retorqued.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE INCORRECT FIXING OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE
Defect
The screw clips on the filler tube connecting the fuel filler pipe to the fuel tank may not be correctly installed. The tube may not therefore be securely fixed to the tank and/or pipe. This could permit fuel to leak from the tank in the event of a severe rear end impact.
Remedy
Affected vehicles are being recalled to check for correct installation of the fuel filler tube clips. Any clip not properly installed will be retorqued correctly.
Brake pedal lock pin may be incorrectly installed
Reported July 1, 2001Model years 2000–2001DVSA recall R/2001/0733,694 vehicles affected
A misfitted lock pin can cause excessive brake pedal free play and incorrect brake operation; the clutch may also be affected. The pins will be checked and correctly reinstalled if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBILITY OF INCORRECT BRAKE OPERATION.
Defect
There is a possibility that the brake pedal lock pin which ensures a positive connection of the brake pedal to the braking system may be incorrectly installed. In such cases it is possible that excessive free play in the brake pedal can occur leading to incorrect brake pedal operation. The clutch may also be similarly affected.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles to check for correct installation of the lock pins. If either lock pin is not correctly installed the pin will be re-installed correctly.
Fuel pump may fail due to connector corrosion
Reported June 6, 2001Model years 2001NHTSA campaign 01V18300056,269 vehicles affected
Residual water in the fuel pump electrical connector could cause corrosion and pump failure. If the pump stops working, the engine could stall without warning, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the pump and replace it if corrosion is found.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
ON CERTAIN SEDANS, A SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER MAY HAVE BEEN LEFT IN THE FUEL PUMP ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR AFTER TESTING. THIS RESIDUAL WATER COULD CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO FAIL DUE TO CORROSION.
Consequence
IF THE PUMP STOPS WORKING, THE ENGINE WILL STALL WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP. IF CORROSION IS FOUND, THE FUEL PUMP WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 29, 2001. 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.
Notes
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Fuel filler hose clamps may allow a leak
Reported June 6, 2001Model years 2001NHTSA campaign 01V182000120,649 vehicles affected
Insufficiently tight filler neck hose clamps could let the tube disconnect from the fuel tank in a collision, leaking fuel that could catch fire if there is an ignition source. Dealers will check the clamps and tighten them if needed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SEDANS AND COUPES. THE HOSE CLAMPS ON THE FILLER NECK TUBE HAVE INSUFFICIENT CLAMPING FORCE.
Consequence
IN A COLLISION, THE TUBE COULD DISCONNECT FROM THE FUEL TANK, RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL CHECK THE HOSE CLAMPS FOR PROPER TORQUE AND TIGHTEN THEM CORRECTLY, IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 4, 2001. 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.
Notes
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Rear suspension lower arm bolts may break
Reported November 3, 2000Model years 1999DVSA recall R/2000/1042,327 vehicles affected
Improper heat treatment may cause a rear suspension lower arm bolt to break, reducing vehicle handling and control. The remedy is to replace the bolts with quality assured ones.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
REAR SUSPENSION LOWER ARM BOLTS COULD BREAK
Defect
There is a possibility that the rear suspension lower arm bolt could break due to improper heat treatment. Vehicle handling and control would be reduced.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace lower arm suspension bolts with quality assured type.
Rear wheels may lock under hard braking
Reported May 20, 2000Model years 1999–2000DVSA recall R/2000/03712,711 vehicles affected
Under certain hard braking conditions, the proportion control valve may apply too much braking force to the rear wheels, causing them to lock and the vehicle to become unstable. Replace the valve with a modified unit.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POTENTIAL INSTABILITY UNDER HARD BRAKING
Defect
Under certain hard braking conditions the PCV (Proportion Control Valve) setting allows inappropriate brake force to be applied to the rear wheels. In these circumstances this may cause locking of the rear wheels leading to possible vehicle instability.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace PCV with a modified unit.
Passenger air bag may not deploy properly
Reported November 1, 1997Model years 1997–1998NHTSA campaign 97V1930009,558 vehicles affected
Cloth flaps covering the folded passenger air bag may be tucked in too far, preventing proper deployment and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will repair the air bag module.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULES HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED. THE CLOTH FLAPS COVERING THE FOLDED AIR BAG MAY HAVE BEEN TUCKED IN TOO FAR.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD PREVENT PROPER DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG. IN A CRASH, AN IMPROPER AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO A FRONT SEAT PASSENGER.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE FRONT PASSENGER'S AIR BAG MODULE TO PREVENT THIS PROBLEM FROM OCCURRING.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DURING OCTOBER 1997.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.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Brake booster check valve may stick
Reported June 18, 1996Model years 1996NHTSA campaign 96V106000160,689 vehicles affected
Lubricant used during assembly may cause the brake booster check valve to stick, reducing power assist and braking performance. Dealers will clean the valve by washing the vacuum hose with hot water.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
A SOAPY LUBRICANT WAS USED TO INSERT THE CHECK VALVE INTO THE VACUUM HOSE WHICH CAUSES THE BRAKE BOOSTER CHECK VALVE TO STICK.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A LOSS OF THE BRAKE'S POWER ASSIST RESULTING IN A REDUCTION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL CLEAN THE CHECK VALVE BY WASHING THE VACUUM HOSE WITH HOT WATER.
Notes
SYSTEM: BRAKES; HYDRAULIC; POWER ASSIST; CHECK VALVE. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SEDANS, HATCHBACKS AND COUPE MODEL PASSENGER VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN JUNE 21, 1996. NOTE: 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. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Front seat belt buckle buttons may break
Reported May 24, 1995Model years 1986–1991NHTSA campaign 95V1030013,700,000 vehicles affected
A front seat belt buckle's red release button may break, and pieces may make the buckle operate improperly, reducing crash protection. Owners should check both buckles and contact a dealer promptly if a button is cracked or broken or a buckle fails; repair or replacement is free of charge. A remedy for intact buttons is being developed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence
THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES. CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. CHECK THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUG ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, THEN PRESS THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS ANY SIGN OF BREAKAGE OR CRACKING, OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, PROMPTLY CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED HONDA/ACURA DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.
Notes
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SEAT BELTS; BELT BUCKLES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2-DOOR, 4-DOOR AND 5-DOOR PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY BELTS MADE BY TAKATA CORPORATION.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AT AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLETIME, PLEASE CONTACT HONDA/ACURA AT 1-800-999-1009. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Gear selector may not match transmission position
Reported May 3, 1994Model years 1992–1994DVSA recall R/1994/02613,576 vehicles affected
The transmission shift cable lock pin may stop working, so the gear lever may not match the transmission's actual gear. The lock pin will be replaced with a modified type.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE GEAR LEVER POSITION MAY NOT MATCH THE TRANSMISSION MODE SELECTED
Defect
The transmission shift cable lock pin may become ineffective. In consequence the gear lever position may not match the actual gear position selected in the transmission.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles and replace the lock pin with a modified type.
Transmission shift cable clip may come off
Reported April 10, 1994Model years 1992–1994NHTSA campaign 94V063000191,289 vehicles affected
A retaining clip may come off the shift cable, so the shift lever position may not match the actual gear. This could cause unexpected vehicle movement and an accident. Dealers will install an improved clip.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect
A RETAINING CLIP THAT CONNECTS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE TO THE SHIFT LEVER ACTUATING ROD CAN HAVE INSUFFICIENT RETENTION PRESSURE AND MAY EVENTUALLY COME OFF AFTER REPEATED SHIFT LEVER OPERATION. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE POSITION OF THE SHIFT LEVER MAY NOT MATCH THE ACTUAL TRANSMISSION GEAR POSITION.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN UNANTICIPATED VEHICLE MOVEMENT AND ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED RETAINING CLIP.
Notes
SYSTEM: POWERTRAIN; TRANSMISSION; AUTOMATIC.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREE OFCHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE CONTACT HONDA AT 1-310-783-2000. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFICSAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Passenger airbag may not provide adequate protection
Reported December 9, 1993Model years 1994NHTSA campaign 93V20800031 vehicles affected
The passenger airbag has an incorrect inflator and may not provide adequate protection in a collision. Dealers will replace the passenger airbag module with one containing the correct inflator.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
THE PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULES CONTAIN INCORRECT INFLATORS WHICH ARE OUT OF SPECIFICATION FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION, THE AIR BAG MAY NOT PROVIDEADEQUATE PROTECTION TO THE PASSENGER.
Remedy
HONDA DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE WITH A MODULE CONTAINING THE CORRECT INFLATOR.
Notes
SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS; PASSIVE RESTRAINTS; AIR BAG; PASSENGER.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPONSERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREEOF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASECONTACT HONDA SERVICE CENTER AT 1-310-783-2000. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONALHIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Transmission parking pawl may not engage
Reported September 4, 1990Model years 1990NHTSA campaign 90V16300018 vehicles affected
An improperly machined shaft may keep the parking pawl from fully engaging in Park, allowing the vehicle to roll and potentially crash. The remedy is to install an improved parking pawl shaft.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect
DUE TO AN IMPROPERLY MACHINED INTERNAL SHAFT IN THE TRANSMISSION, THE PAWL MECHANISIM MAY NOT FULLY ENGAGE WHEN TRANSMISSION IS IN THE PARK POSITION.
Consequence
VEHICLE COULD ROLL WHILE THE TRANSMISSION IS IN THE PARKPOSITION AND A CRASH COULD RESULT.
Remedy
INSTALL AN IMPROVED PARKING PAWL SHAFT.
Notes
SYSTEM: TRANSMISSION; PARK PAWL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: DX AND LX SEDANS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
Windshield may separate from the vehicle
Reported July 10, 1990Model years 1990NHTSA campaign 90V12600065 vehicles affected
Poor adhesion between paint layers near the windshield mounting area may reduce retention, allowing the windshield to separate and harm occupants or others nearby. The windshield will be reinstalled to ensure proper retention.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Defect
POOR ADHESION MAY OCCUR BETWEEN PAINT LAYERS IN THE WINDSHIELD MOUNTING AREA DUE TO DEFECTIVE PAINT BATCHES OR OVERSPRAYING.
Consequence
PAINT SEPARATION IN THE WINDSHIELD AREAS WOULD LEADTO NON-COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 212 RETENTION REQUIREMENTS. LOSS OF WINDSHIELDRETENTION ABILITY COULD CAUSE WINSHIELD TO SEPARATE FROM VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNINGAND HARM VEHICLE OCCUPANTS AND OTHERS IN THE VICINITY.
Remedy
REINSTALL WINDSHIELD TO INSURE PROPER RETENTION.
Notes
SYSTEM: WINDSHIELD; FMVSS 212.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS; DX/LX SEDANS.
Windshield wiper contact unit may come loose
Reported November 18, 1988Model years 1985–1987NHTSA campaign 88V180000360,198 vehicles affected
High ambient temperatures could loosen and dislodge the front wiper contact unit, causing wiper failure and affecting visibility. A holder will be installed to prevent it from loosening.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Defect
UNDER HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTACT UNIT COULD LOOSEN AND BECOME DISLODGED.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE AND WOULDAFFECT DRIVER VISIBILITY.
Remedy
INSTALL A CONTACT UNIT HOLDER THAT WOULD PREVENT LOOSENING.
Notes
SYSTEM: FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Fuel pump seam may leak
Reported July 22, 1988Model years 1984–1985NHTSA campaign 88V117000279,821 vehicles affected
The fuel pump may leak at the seam between its two halves. Fuel in the engine compartment could create a fire risk. An improved fuel pump assembly will be installed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, MECHANICAL FUEL PUMPS MAY DEVELOP FUEL LEAKAGE AT CRIMPED SEAM BETWEEN THE TWO FUEL PUMP HALVES.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CREATES APOSSIBILITY OF A FIRE.
Remedy
INSTALL AN IMPROVED FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY.
Notes
SYSTEM: FUEL PUMP.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND WAGONS EQUIPPED WITH CARBURETORS.
Idle speed may increase while stopped in gear
Reported November 13, 1987Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 87V1730004,514 vehicles affected
A fault in the electronic fuel injection control unit can raise idle speed by about 550 rpm while the car is stopped in gear, potentially causing loss of control. The control unit will be replaced.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Defect
ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION CONTROL UNIT MAY CAUSE IDLE SPEED TO INCREASE BY ABOUT 550 RPM WHILE CAR IS STOPPED IN GEAR.
Consequence
HIGHER THAN NORMAL IDLE COULD CREATE POTENTIAL FOR LOSSOF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Remedy
REPLACE ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION CONTROL UNIT.
Notes
SYSTEM: ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION CONTROL UNIT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
Required safety information is missing from manual
Reported October 29, 1987Model years 1987–1988NHTSA campaign 87V17100099,088 vehicles affected
The owner's manual omits information required by the stated safety standard. The remedy is to add adhesive-backed correction pages to existing manuals.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Defect
OWNERS MANUAL INFORMATION REQUIRED BY FMVSS 210, SECTIONS 6A AND 6B WAS OMITTED FROM THE MANUAL.
Consequence
VEHICLES MANUAL INFORMATION DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS210.
Remedy
UPGRADE EXISTING MANUALS BY INSERTING ADHESIVE BACKED CORRECTION PAGES.
Notes
SYSTEM: OWNERS MANUAL INFORMATION/FMVSS 210.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND WAGONS.
Left drive shaft may crack and break
Reported March 20, 1986Model years 1986NHTSA campaign 86V04500017,338 vehicles affected
The left drive shaft may crack near the outer joint and break during high stress, such as rapid acceleration or deceleration, causing sudden loss of power and risking a crash. The left drive shaft will be replaced with a properly manufactured part.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect
LEFT SIDE DRIVE SHAFT COULD DEVELOP CRACKS NEAR THE OUTER JOINT.
Consequence
CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: DURING HIGH STRESS SITUATIONS, SUCH AS RAPID ACCELERATION OR DECELERATION, THE DRIVE SHAFT COULD BREAK WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AND A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
REPLACE LEFT DRIVE SHAFT WITH A PROPERLY MANUFACTURED PART.
Notes
SYSTEM: LEFT SIDE DRIVE SHAFT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND VANS.
Left drive shaft may crack and break
Reported December 7, 1983Model years 1984NHTSA campaign 83V1320002,825 vehicles affected
The left drive shaft may crack and break under heavy loading, such as rapid acceleration. Dealers will replace the shaft on vehicles not previously corrected, at no charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect
LEFT DRIVE SHAFT MAY DEVELOP CRACKS, AND MAY BREAK UNDER HEAVY LOADING SUCH AS THAT CAUSED BY RAPID ACCELERATION. THIS DEFECT ORIGINATED IN A MANUFACTURING PROCESS WHICH HAS NOW BEEN IMPROVED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT DRIVE SHAFT ON VEHICLES THAT HAVE NOT BEEN PREVIOUSLY CORRECTED, AT NO CHARGE.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; DRIVE SHAFT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: A SUDDEN LOSS OF DRIVING POWER COULD CAUSE A LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND POSSIBLY, AN ACCIDENT.
Hood may open while driving
Reported December 7, 1983Model years 1984NHTSA campaign 83V13100010,421 vehicles affected
Production tolerance errors may prevent the hood from latching securely. At high speed or over a large bump, it could open without warning. Dealers will inspect and replace defective latches at no charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Defect
PRODUCTION TOLERANCE ERRORS COULD ALLOW ACCIDENTAL HOOD OPENING. IF THE HOOD IS NOT SECURELY LATCHED IN THE FULLY LOCKED POSITION, DRIVING AT HIGH SPEED OR HITTING A LARGE BUMP COULD CAUSE THE HOOD TO OPEN WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE DEFECTIVE HOOD LATCHES AT NO CHARGE.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STRUCTURE; HOOD LATCH.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE SECONDARY LATCH DOES NOT ENGAGE, AND THE HOODOPENS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, THE DRIVER"S VISION COULD BE BLOCKED,CREATING A RISK FOR AN ACCIDENT.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

Back to the Honda Civic

Front passenger seat weight sensor may short circuit

Missing wheel bushes may allow wheel nuts to fall off

Steering gear may stick or make abnormal noise

High-pressure fuel pump may leak

Hybrid battery may leak electrolyte

Driver's seat may become unsecured

Overspeed alert may not sound after cruise control is cancelled

High-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak

Steering gearbox may make steering difficult

Passenger seat weight sensor may short circuit

Fuel pump may fail

Steering rack may cause tire damage

Brake master cylinder may separate from booster

VSA modulator may leak brake fluid

Driver seat cushion frame may break

Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine

Drive shafts may break

Driver airbag inflator may deploy slowly or rupture

Fuel pump impellers may have low density

Fuel pump may fail and stall engine

Emissions may not meet regulatory requirements

Replacement driver air bag inflator may rupture or underinflate

Driver air bag inflator may rupture or underinflate

Driver airbag may not deploy correctly

Driver airbag may not deploy correctly

Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

Passenger air bag inflator may explode

Passenger air bag inflator may explode

Driver air bag inflator may explode

Driver airbag inflator may rupture

Passenger air bag inflator may be installed incorrectly

Driver air bag inflator may explode

Owner information kit may omit required child seat details

Steering assist may turn in the wrong direction

Passenger airbag inflator may explode

Seat pad may block side airbag deployment

Certification label may show incorrect characters

Passenger airbag may be installed incorrectly

Seatback pad may interfere with side airbag

Airbag inflator may rupture

Passenger air bag inflator may explode

Right halfshaft may break

Passenger air bag inflator may be installed incorrectly

Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

Passenger air bag inflator may rupture

Electric parking brake may not engage

Brake modulator fault may cause wheel lock

Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

Stability control may not work correctly

Taillight side marker may stop working

Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

Driver airbag inflator may rupture

Piston wrist pin circlip may be missing or misinstalled

Transmission software may damage drive pulley shaft

Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

Driver airbag inflator may rupture when deployed

Passenger air bag inflator may rupture

Driver air bag inflator may rupture

Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

Driver's airbag inflator may rupture

Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

Passenger air bag inflator may rupture

Damaged tire bead may cause air loss

Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

Steering column may not absorb crash energy properly

Engine may start while in gear

Transmission may show neutral while in reverse

Driver's side driveshaft may separate

Low beam headlight wiring may melt

Engine bay wiring harness may short circuit

Misaligned fuel line seal may cause a leak

DC converter diode may fail and stall the engine

Fuel pump rollover valve may separate

Voltage converter may fail

Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

Ignition switch may let the key come out of gear

Brake pedal pin may detach

Handbrake may release unintentionally

Fuel hose bracket is missing a nut

Parking brake lever may travel too far