2004-2005 Honda Accord recall: frontal

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on November 18, 2004. It covers about 257,616 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 257,616
reported: Nov 18, 2004
owners notified: Nov 30, 2004
related complaints: 460

Air bags: frontal

What is wrong: On certain sedans, a tear in the fabric of the driver's front air bag occurred after apparent contact with the inside surface of the air bag cover during deployment.
Risk: A torn air bag may not offer the same level of protection, in the event of a crash, thereby increasing the risk of injury to the driver.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective fabric flap between the air bag module cover and the inner module. The recall began on november 30, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.

Recall number 04V551000

Affected vehicles

Honda Accord 2004-2005 2004 2005

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 460 complaints about airbags problems.

2004 Honda Accord 2005 Honda Accord

Questions about recall 04V551000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2005 Honda Accord frontal?

Yes. Recall 04V551000, reported on November 18, 2004, covers about 257,616 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V551000?

Dealers will install a protective fabric flap between the air bag module cover and the inner module. The recall began on november 30, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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