Accord V6-3.0L Hybrid (2005)
Air Bag: Recalls
Recall 04V551000: Air Bag Modification
Make / Models : Model/Build Years:
Honda / Accord 2004-2005
MANUFACTURER: American Honda Motor Co.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V551000 Recall Date : NOV 17, 2004
COMPONENT: Air Bags: Frontal
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 257616
SUMMARY:
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.
CONSEQUENCE:
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 is expected to begin on December 6,
2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
NOTES:
Honda Recall NO. P54. Customers can also contact The NationaL Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT
(1-888-327-4236).
