Honda Accord recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 26, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalls 2001–2013 Honda — 10 models

Recall number

18V268000

Brand / firm

Honda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,335 units

Why it was recalled

An incorrectly installed air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.