The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2003-2006 MDX, 2001-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot and 2006 Ridgeline vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
The risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp 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 driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Q5A and Y58.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-499 (19V499000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | Q5A, Y58 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module |
| Report date | June 27, 2019 |
| Owners notified | August 12, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,947 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2003 Acura CL
- 2003 Acura MDX
- 2004 Acura MDX
- 2005 Acura MDX
- 2006 Acura MDX
- 2002 Acura TL
- 2003 Acura TL
- 2001 Honda Accord
- 2002 Honda Accord
- 2003 Honda Accord
- 2004 Honda Accord
- 2005 Honda Accord
- 2006 Honda Accord
- 2007 Honda Accord
- 2001 Honda Civic
- 2002 Honda Civic
- 2003 Honda Civic
- 2004 Honda Civic
- 2005 Honda Civic
- 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid
- 2004 Honda Civic Hybrid
- 2005 Honda Civic Hybrid
- 2002 Honda CR-V
- 2003 Honda CR-V
- 2004 Honda CR-V
- 2005 Honda CR-V
- 2006 Honda CR-V
- 2003 Honda Element
- 2004 Honda Element
- 2005 Honda Element
- 2006 Honda Element
- 2007 Honda Element
- 2008 Honda Element
- 2009 Honda Element
- 2010 Honda Element
- 2011 Honda Element
- 2002 Honda Odyssey
- 2003 Honda Odyssey
- 2004 Honda Odyssey
- 2003 Honda Pilot
- 2004 Honda Pilot
- 2005 Honda Pilot
- 2006 Honda Pilot
- 2007 Honda Pilot
- 2008 Honda Pilot
- 2006 Honda Ridgeline
Plus 5 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the air bags
- 2003 Acura CL airbag problems 9
- 2003 Acura MDX airbag problems 42
- 2004 Acura MDX airbag problems 26
- 2005 Acura MDX airbag problems 39
- 2006 Acura MDX airbag problems 15
- 2002 Acura TL airbag problems 42
- 2003 Acura TL airbag problems 50
- 2001 Honda Accord airbag problems 407
- 2002 Honda Accord airbag problems 273
- 2003 Honda Accord airbag problems 318
- 2004 Honda Accord airbag problems 251
- 2005 Honda Accord airbag problems 209
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-499 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Q5A and Y58.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,947 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.