The recall affects Honda and Acura models from 2016 to 2026 after regulators said defective seat sensors could cause airbags to unexpectedly deploy in a crash.
Honda is remember A defect in nearly 99,000 vehicles in the United States could cause air bags to unexpectedly deploy during a collision, increasing the risk of injury.
The recall affects 98,892 Honda and Acura vehicles from model years 2016 through 2026, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The issue involves the front passenger seat weight sensor, which can crack and short out. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the flaw could cause airbags to deploy unexpectedly in a crash.
Affected vehicles include:
• 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX
• 2019-2024 Acura RDX
• 2017-2020, 2022-2026 Acura MDX
• 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline
• 2017-2022 Honda Pilot
• 2019-2021 Honda Passport
• 2018-2026 Honda Odyssey
• 2019-2022 Honda Insights
• 2019-2021 Honda HR-V
• 2018-2020 Honda Fit
• 2020-2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid
• 2017-2022 Honda CR-V
• 2017-2018, 2021 Honda Civic Type R
• 2017-2021 Honda Civic Hatchback
• 2016-2020 Honda Civic Coupe
• 2016-2022 Honda Civic
• 2017-2022 Honda Accord Hybrid
• 2016-2022 Honda Accord
According to the recall notice, Honda dealers will replace the seat weight sensors for free.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed starting on July 6, 2026. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 for more information.
