Noncompliance Recall: 2019 Honda CR-V Owner’s Guide Passenger Airbag Information Update

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CR-V vehicles. The owner’s manual provides i

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September 26, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V694000

Incorrect Airbag Information In Manual/FMVSS 208

If the front passenger does not correctly understand how the airbag functions, they may be at an increased risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V694

Manufacturer Dorman Products, Inc.

Components EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected  336,468

Summary

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CR-V vehicles. The owner’s manual provides incorrectly describes when the “Passenger Airbag Off” indicator should illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, “Occupant Crash Protection.”

Remedy

Honda will notify owners and provide a sticker with the correct information to be added to the owner’s guide, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owner’s may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda’s number for this recall is X6G.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to  www.safercar.gov.

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