The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 16V-061 (16V061000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | JY0, JY1, JY2 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module |
| Report date | February 3, 2016 |
| Owners notified | February 22, 2017 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,232,187 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2013 Acura ILX
- 2014 Acura ILX
- 2015 Acura ILX
- 2016 Acura ILX
- 2007 Acura RDX
- 2008 Acura RDX
- 2009 Acura RDX
- 2010 Acura RDX
- 2011 Acura RDX
- 2012 Acura RDX
- 2013 Acura RDX
- 2014 Acura RDX
- 2015 Acura RDX
- 2016 Acura RDX
- 2005 Acura RL
- 2006 Acura RL
- 2007 Acura RL
- 2008 Acura RL
- 2009 Acura RL
- 2010 Acura RL
- 2011 Acura RL
- 2012 Acura RL
- 2009 Acura TL
- 2010 Acura TL
- 2011 Acura TL
- 2012 Acura TL
- 2013 Acura TL
- 2014 Acura TL
- 2010 Acura ZDX
- 2011 Acura ZDX
- 2012 Acura ZDX
- 2013 Acura ZDX
- 2007 Honda CR-V
- 2008 Honda CR-V
- 2009 Honda CR-V
- 2010 Honda CR-V
- 2011 Honda CR-V
- 2011 Honda CR-Z
- 2012 Honda CR-Z
- 2013 Honda CR-Z
- 2015 Honda CR-Z
- 2009 Honda Fit
- 2010 Honda Fit
- 2011 Honda Fit
- 2012 Honda Fit
- 2013 Honda Fit
- 2013 Honda Fit EV
- 2014 Honda Fit EV
- 2010 Honda Insight
- 2011 Honda Insight
- 2012 Honda Insight
- 2013 Honda Insight
- 2014 Honda Insight
- 2007 Honda Ridgeline
- 2008 Honda Ridgeline
- 2009 Honda Ridgeline
- 2010 Honda Ridgeline
- 2011 Honda Ridgeline
- 2012 Honda Ridgeline
- 2013 Honda Ridgeline
- 2014 Honda Ridgeline
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the air bags
- 2013 Acura ILX airbag problems 25
- 2014 Acura ILX airbag problems 20
- 2015 Acura ILX airbag problems 12
- 2016 Acura ILX airbag problems 17
- 2007 Acura RDX airbag problems 22
- 2008 Acura RDX airbag problems 20
- 2009 Acura RDX airbag problems 10
- 2010 Acura RDX airbag problems 13
- 2011 Acura RDX airbag problems 10
- 2012 Acura RDX airbag problems 6
- 2013 Acura RDX airbag problems 36
- 2014 Acura RDX airbag problems 41
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 16V-061 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,232,187 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.