The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, some of the passenger air bag modules were not properly welded and May not deploy in a collision.
The risk
The seat occupant May not be properly protected in the event of a collision, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module. Owner notification began August 2, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or Acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 02V-196 (02V196000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal |
| Report date | July 24, 2002 |
| Owners notified | August 2, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 375 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 02V-196 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module. Owner notification began August 2, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Honda…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 375 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.