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2006–2015 Honda CR-V, Accord, Pilot and more and 2009–2014 Acura Tsx, Zdx, Tsx Sport Wagon recall: Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 19V-502 · June 27, 2019 · Honda

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
19V502000
Reported
June 27, 2019
Manufacturer
Honda
Part
Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
Vehicles affected
About 9,555

What is wrong

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.

Safety risk

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix

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.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

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?

Acura Tsx (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014); Acura Tsx Sport Wagon (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014); Acura Zdx (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013); Honda Accord (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012); Honda Accord Crosstour (2010, 2011); Honda CR-V (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What is the fix?

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.

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.