The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
Dealers will install a protective fabric flap between the air bag module cover and the inner module. The recall began on November 30, 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-551 (04V551000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | P54 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal |
| Report date | November 18, 2004 |
| Owners notified | November 30, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 257,616 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-551 repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a protective fabric flap between the air bag module cover and the inner module. The recall began on November 30, 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 257,616 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.