2001–2013 Honda Element, Fit, Pilot and more recall: Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V268000
- Reported
- April 26, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Honda
- Part
- Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,335
What is wrong
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.
Safety risk
An incorrectly installed air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
- Honda Accord: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
- Honda Accord Crosstour: 2010
- Honda CR-V: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- Honda Civic: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- Honda Element: 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011
- Honda Fit: 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
- Honda Insight: 2010, 2011, 2012
- Honda Odyssey: 2002, 2003, 2004
- Honda Pilot: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
- Honda Ridgeline: 2012
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Honda Accord (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012); Honda Accord Crosstour (2010); Honda CR-V (2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011); Honda Civic (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011); Honda Element (2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011); Honda Fit (2007, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An incorrectly installed air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.