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December 17, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V798000
Loss of Drive Power from DC-DC Converter Shutdown
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V798
Manufacturer Braun Corporation
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 27,838
Summary
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.
Remedy
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.
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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