Honda (American Honda Motor Co.): Safety Recalls in 2020
Updated on March 31, 2026.
There were 18 safety recalls made by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) in 2020. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 17, 2020
(Campaign #: K9E)
Loss of Drive Power from DC-DC Converter Shutdown
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2020-2021 Insight vehicles. The DC-DC converter may shut down and prevent the 12-volt battery from recharging, possibly resulting in a loss of drive power.
NHTSA ID: 20V798000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 27,838
Consequence Summary:
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power converter unit (PCU) software, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K9E.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.33
December 17, 2020
(Campaign #: KL4)
Fuel Filter May Clog and Cause Engine Stall
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Africa Twin Adventure Sports (CRF1000L) and 2020 Africa Twin Adventure Sports (CRF1100L) motorcycles. Contaminants inside the fuel tank may cause the fuel filter to clog, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
NHTSA ID: 20V797000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 2,690
Consequence Summary:
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will drain and clean the fuel tank, and replace the fuel filter assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KL4.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 77.55
December 10, 2020
(Campaign #: P9M, PAV, BAY, TAX)
Drive Shaft May Corrode and Fail
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Acura ILX, 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid, and 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles with a manual transmission and 2009-2013 Honda Fit vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The drive shafts' protective coating may not have been applied properly during manufacturing, making it more susceptible to damage from road salt, or other contaminants, and potentially cause it to break.
NHTSA ID: 20V770000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 248,358
Consequence Summary:
A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing either the left or right drive shaft, if necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk with an interim letter mailed February 2, 2021. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are P9M, PAV, BAY, TAX, CA0, and MAZ.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 63.92
December 10, 2020
(Campaign #: P9D)
Driver Side Power Window Switch May Fail
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2002-2006 CR-V vehicles. Moisture may enter the driver side power window master switch, causing the switch to fail or melt.
NHTSA ID: 20V768000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 268,655
Consequence Summary:
If the switch fails, it could overheat and smoke, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power window master switch and inspect the wiring harness for damage, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is P9D.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 37.93
December 10, 2020
(Campaign #: W9F)
Drive Shaft May Corrode and Fail
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission that were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The drive shafts were assembled with a lubricant that may have degraded the drive shafts' protective coating, making it more susceptible to damage from road salt or other contaminants, and potentially cause it to break.
NHTSA ID: 20V769000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 235,034
Consequence Summary:
A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing both the left and right drive shafts, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 72.85
December 10, 2020
(Campaign #: X95)
BCM Software Malfunction/FMVSS 103/111
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, and 2019-2020 Insight vehicles. A software error may cause intermittent or continuous disruptions in communication between the Body Control Module (BCM) and other components. This may result in malfunctions of various systems such as the windshield wipers and defroster, rearview camera, exterior lights, audible warning of a stopped vehicle, and power window operation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems" and number 111, "Rear Visibility" as well as FMVSS numbers 104, 108, 114, 118, and 305.
NHTSA ID: 20V771000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 737,233
Consequence Summary:
Various system malfunctions such as inoperative windshield wipers, defroster, rearview camera, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X95.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.5
November 20, 2020
(Campaign #: U8Y)
Tire Carcass May Break Causing Sudden Air Loss
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain 2021 Pilot vehicles equipped with Continental CrossContact LX Sport 245/50R20 102 H tires with DOT serial number A376 D3K9 2920 and mold numbers S-421920 and S-421921. The tires may have been cured for a time beyond the specification limits.
NHTSA ID: 20V725000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 214
Consequence Summary:
Over-cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four tires and replace the tires that have the affected DOT serial number and mold number, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is U8Y.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.99
September 17, 2020
(Campaign #: F8M)
Tonneau Cover Panel May Detach from Vehicle
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling all Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Covers, part number 08Z07-T6Z-100F, sold for installation on 2017-2020 Ridgeline trucks. If the tonneau cover is not properly secured in the open or closed position, wind resistance may cause the cover to flip and buckle. If this occurs, the hinges between the center and rear panel may deform, possibly allowing the rear panel to separate from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 20E068000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 151,343
Consequence Summary:
A separated panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify all registered owners of 2017-2020 Honda Ridgelines, and dealers will install tethers onto any Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Cover to prevent panel separation and apply warning labels, free of charge. In addition, an updated accessory user's information manual will be provided. The recall began October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is F8M.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 66.34
July 28, 2020
(Campaign #: A88)
Power Sliding Doors May Open While Moving
Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. Water may enter the outer door handle cables for the sliding doors. If this occurs, the outer door handle cables may freeze in cold temperatures, preventing the front and rear sliding door latches from securely latching.
NHTSA ID: 20V437000
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
# of Units Affected: 324,196
Consequence Summary:
A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power sliding door outer handle cables, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is A88.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.38
July 28, 2020
(Campaign #: W83)
Distorted or Inoperative Rearview Camera/FMVSS 111
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Odyssey vehicles. Water may get into the rearview camera mounting holes and enter the camera lens and cause a distorted image, or no image at all. Additionally, if the rearview camera view mode is set to top-down view, or switched from that view to another mode in a bright environment, the image may not display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
NHTSA ID: 20V438000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 212,070
Consequence Summary:
A distorted or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is W83.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.78
July 28, 2020
(Campaign #: T89)
Instrument Panel Software Incorrect/FMVSS 101/111
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. Additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
NHTSA ID: 20V439000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 607,786
Consequence Summary:
Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T89.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.15
July 28, 2020
(Campaign #: Y7Y)
Delayed or Inoperative Rearview Camera/FMVSS 111
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pilot, 2019-2020 Odyssey and 2019-2020 Passport vehicles. Incorrect central network software programming may cause several errors to occur that can delay or prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
NHTSA ID: 20V440000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 499,344
Consequence Summary:
A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners that updated software is available. Owners have the option to either follow the mailed instructions to download and update the software for free, or visit a dealer to have the software update performed, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is Y7Y.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.64
June 4, 2020
(Campaign #: Z7L)
Rear Seat Belt Assemblies May Not Lock as Intended
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Clarity Fuel Cell, Clarity Electric, and Clarity Plug-in Hybrid vehicles with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.
NHTSA ID: 20V326000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 128
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seat belt assembly production dates, and replace the assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is Z7L.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.5
May 28, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Fuel Pump May Fail
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
NHTSA ID: 20V314000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 135,995
Consequence Summary:
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.05
February 6, 2020
(Campaign #: B6T)
Certification Label Ink Can be Wiped Away
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 Passport and Pilot vehicles. The certification label may have been printed with ink that can be wiped away with a solvent, removing the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information.
NHTSA ID: 20V067000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 10,050
Consequence Summary:
If the operator is unable to refer to the label information, the vehicle may be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is B6T.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.55
February 6, 2020
(Campaign #: T6U)
Accessory Power Outlet Harness May Short Circuit
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. The wire harness for the third row seat accessory power outlet may get pinched between the unibody and rear trim panel, possibly damaging the wires and causing an electrical short.
NHTSA ID: 20V066000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 241,339
Consequence Summary:
An intermittent electrical short could overheat the wire harness, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row seat accessory power outlet wire harness for damage, replacing it as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and re-route the harness. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T6U.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.84
January 17, 2020
(Campaign #: U6R, H6S)
Air Bag Inflators May Rupture or Underinflate Bag
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
NHTSA ID: 20V027000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 875,966
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bags in the vehicles, replacing the driver frontal air bag inflator with an inflator of a different design, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 13.98
January 17, 2020
(Campaign #: D8J, Z8G)
Air Bag Inflators May Rupture or Underinflate Bag
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
NHTSA ID: 20V026000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 1,439,841
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 7.91
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