2006 Acura TL and Honda Accord recall: frontal

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on November 3, 2005. It covers about 316 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 316
reported: Nov 3, 2005
owners notified: Nov 7, 2005
related complaints: 215

Air bags: frontal

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, on the frontal airbag system where the two external impact sensors is mounted, near the front headlights the front impact sensor bolts were not properly torqued.
Risk: If the bolts loosen or fall out, the sensor may fail to properly detect a crash, possibly resulting in delayed or non-deployment of the front airbag increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and remove the bumper and retorque the loose bolts. The recall began on november 7, 2005. Owners may contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009 and acura at 1‑800‑382‑2238.

Recall number 05V510000

Affected vehicles

Acura TL 2006 2006
Honda Accord 2006 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 215 complaints about airbags problems.

2006 Acura TL 2006 Honda Accord

Questions about recall 05V510000

Is there a recall on the 2006 Acura TL and Honda Accord frontal?

Yes. Recall 05V510000, reported on November 3, 2005, covers about 316 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V510000?

Dealers will inspect and remove the bumper and retorque the loose bolts. The recall began on november 7, 2005. Owners may contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009 and acura at 1‑800‑382‑2238.

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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