Recall 16V-061: 2013–2016 Acura ILX, 2007–2016 Acura RDX and 9 more
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Feb 3, 2016, covering about 2,232,187 vehicles.
The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk
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.
The fix
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 are JY0, JY1, and JY2.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V061000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Acura ILX | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Acura RDX | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Acura RL | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Acura TL | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Acura ZDX | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Honda CR-V | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Honda CR-Z | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Honda Fit | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Honda Fit EV | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Honda Insight | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Honda Ridgeline | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V-061?
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
How is recall 16V-061 fixed?
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 are JY0, JY1, and JY2.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.