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The Japanese automaker has announced a major recall after discovering issues with airbags deploying unexpectedly.
Airbag Problem Explained
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has reported the frontal and knee airbags could deploy during a crash when they don’t need to deploy. This has reportedly increased in risk of injury to infants using car seats, children, and anyone under 4ft 11 inches in height.
Specifically, the capacitor inside the printed circuit board housed in the front passenger seat weight sensor is at risk of cracking. This would lead to a short circuit after being exposed to humid environmental conditions. The original supplier of the board had changed the base material due to a natural disaster. As of Jan 19, 2024, there have been zero injuries or deaths related to this recall.
Which Honda Models Are Affected?
Spanning a wide range of models in Honda’s lineup, the recall affects cars, SUVs, minivans, and some pickups. The list of models is outlined below and affects the 2020-2022 model years.
| Honda | Acura |
| Civic | MDX |
| Accord | RDX |
| CR-V | TLX |
| Fit | |
| HR-V | |
| Insight | |
| Odyssey | |
| Pilot | |
| Passport | |
| Ridgeline |
The NHTSA has estimated that only 1% of the 750,000 vehicles could be affected by the defect. To find out if your model is affected pay close attention to this document indicating exact build dates and models.
What Owners Need to Do Next
Honda has announced that affected owners (including Acura models) will be notified by a letter in the mail starting from March 18. The letter will inform owners that they will need to take their vehicle to their local Honda or Acura dealership which will replace the faulty weight sensor part free of charge.
Honda has recently announced a range of recalls including seat belt defects, steering racks, connecting rods, and much more.
How Consumers Can Take Back Control
This latest recall from Honda affects three-quarters of a million vehicles across their lineup. As it is a safety-critical part and involves airbag deployment components must be manufactured correctly and work as they should.
Whilst the recall actions aim to fix the unwanted airbag deployment, many owners continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further legal action, just like this – underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.
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