The problem
On certain sport utility vehicles, the wire harness of the driver's front air bag was incorrectly wired.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the air bag inflation rate would be incorrect, which could increase the risk of injury to the driver.
The fix
Dealers will repair the wiring. Owner notification began on June 16, 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-255 (04V255000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | P34 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal |
| Report date | June 7, 2004 |
| Owners notified | June 16, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 130,617 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-255 repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will repair the wiring. Owner notification began on June 16, 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 130,617 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.