Takata recall this car is under recall according to the federal safety agency's december 2016 third amended coordinated remedy order. The problem is that the recall is not showing up under a VIN search for the car. Honda has confirmed that this VIN is affected by the takata recall, but it cannot send out a recall notice until the federal safety agency acknowledges the batch of affected vins honda sent it on or around january 10, 2017. I cannot get a dealership to perform the required repair until honda sends out the recall notice. That won't happen until the federal safety agency acknowledges that the VIN, per honda, is affected by the recall. Honda forwarded all the necessary information to the federal safety agency weeks ago. This is time-sensitive since my 3 1/2 year old son is quickly approaching the rear-facing weight limit of his car seat. Even though his car seat is correctly installed in the rear seat, I cannot turn his seat around to face forward until I know he (and I) won't be at risk for shrapnel exploding into the passenger compartment. I've been following this recall closely since 2014, and it was not until may/june 2016 that 2008 honda fits were added, but not my honda fit at that time. Living in coastal connecticut, I am no stranger to heat and humidity cycling and am baffled (and terrified) as to why my state was in the lowest priority geographical area, behind states such as arizona and pennsylvania. Please provide explanations for these delays, and more importantly assistance in getting the necessary repair performed on this vehicle right away. Thank you. Please note that I am filing this complaint pursuant to jennifer timian's instructions in response to my email to her of 2/6/17. Thank you.
2008 Honda Fit airbags complaints
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Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall- airbag exploded with excessive force resulting in tramatic brain injury subdural hematoma surgery seizures and permanent brain cognitive memory organization and executive function issues. Car in motion crossing intersection after light turned green at low speed hit by vehicle failing to yield making left hand turn into honda fit.
I received the recall notice in july 2016 from honda. The letter said they would follow up when they have the parts in late spring or fall. It is december and I have not heard from honda.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
I was notified in july 2016 of the air bag recall. I called honda at the end of july/august to request that the airbag defect be fixed. I was told parts would be in in 2-3 days. That was 3 months ago. I needed to drive with a full call and called honda corporate to get a rental vehicle so as to not put any passengers in danger. They told me they would turn it around in 2-3 days. It took three weeks ot get a call back - nearly two weeks after my trip was completed. It took three months to get an appointment - honda never called me to inform me despite having called them to ask about it several times.
Takata recall: takata recall. I own a 2008 honda fit.I was notified of the federal safety agency recall campaign number: 16v344000regarding the passenger airbag problem. I have called several local honda dealers - no one has the parts! What is honda waiting for, more deaths? I can't put anyone in my passenger seat. It has been over a year - this is taking too long - it is an unreasonable amount of time to wait for repair of a deadly defect.
Takata recall...when are my airbags going to be replaced? Why do I have to drive day after day knowing my airbags can explode and kill me? Why isn't something being done for my car model which seems to have no replacement in stock? Other car models are being repaired but the honda fit 2008 is not so far. I want them replaced.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
I called the dealer in anaheim on july 19, 2016 to get the repair needed for my honda fit 2008 and was told by marvin that kerry, manager was going to get back to me and to date I have not had a return call. I also called the dealer in santa ana, calfornia on august 23, 2016 and was told that they did not have the part to fix the car. I cant put anybody in the passenger seat because of this problem and it is causing a great inconvenience for me.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags) over 60 days ago. The parts were not available for the repair. The dealer and manufacturer would not offer a loaner vehicle. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall: we were informed that we were on the recall list in may. I immediately contacted honda for a loaner, as we are a one-car household. They told me to ride in the backseat, despite the fact that we bought/use this car for hauling large items. Fast forward to almost 3 months later--still no word on where our replacement is, and I'm still riding in the backseat. We've tried calling honda multiple times--they fill out a customer service ticket and we never hear back. So basically we are unable to use the car in the manner we intended to when we purchased it, and there's no end in sight. I have never been given the run-around like this, and I cannot fathom why we haven't even been called back. I feel tricked and angry. Please help.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. The VIN was not available.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the parts for the recall repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v340000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer stated that the parts were on back order for three months. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 11/01/16*lj
As per your recall notice, I too my car to the dealer, [xxx], but turned me back saying no air bag available and they have to reorder. But few days later I received their email saying my work is completed. See their mail here below copied. Dear [xxx] , this email is to notify you that the service on your vehicle is completed. Our records show the following information: year: 2008 make: honda model: fit VIN: [xxx] repair order:[xxx] please look into this matter and do the needful to get the job done. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata inflator. The car was involved in a single-car, front end collision. The driver-side airbag deployed but did not inflate. Honda currently has a recall only for the passenger side and is not agreeing to repair/replace the defective driver side bag.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The VIN was unknown. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. ....updated 09/19/16
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer was contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the contacts vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer was contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the contacts vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Received notice in the mail for takata recall (the federal safety agency recall #: 16v‑344) and power switch replacement recall (the federal safety agency recall #: 13v‑260). Called walnut creek honda service department on 7/22/16 to schedule an appointment, but was denied service despite the potential fatal danger of these safety recalls. Provided VIN number to [xxx] from service department four times, who repeatedly told me she cannot find my VIN in their system and therefore there is nothing she can do about the recall. I offered to provide other information such as make/year/model to help locate my vehicle, but [xxx] refused to take any information and insisted there is nothing their dealership can do about the recalls. I asked her for recommendations in terms of how to get these potential fatal defects replaced, she provided the same answer ?there is nothing we can do?. Heard similar stories from other honda owners about the walnut creek honda dealership. Seems like walnut creek honda is systematically denying recall services in an attempt to drive car owners away so they will take their problems elsewhere. I filed a complaint with the honda recall center headquarter, who reached out to walnut creek honda and made them agree to perform the required recall work on my vehicle. But nobody should have to jump through so many hoops to get safety recalls taken care of in america in the first place. I can only imagine how helpless other people must feel when they were denied such important recall service, especially if they were not aware of an avenue to escalate matters with the honda recall center or with the federal safety agency. My complaint is with walnut creek honda, not honda on the corporate level. I hereby ask the federal safety agency to launch an investigation into the misconduct and likely illegal action by walnut creek honda in denying car owners of their rights to safety recall services. Thank you. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 honda fit. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall I received the federal safety agency recall notice 16v‑344 yesterday, identifying a very dangerous risk associated with passenger side air bags. I read that the required part will not be available until "late summer/fall of 2016." honda then has the nerve to say "honda suggests that you avoid having a passenger sit in the front passenger's seat until the recall repair has been performed." so I'm not to have full use of my vehicle until months down the road when they feel like making the part available and a dealer feels like installing it? This is completely unacceptable.
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