The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
The risk
An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6DW. This recall has been superseded by NHTSA recall number 24V-384. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed under recall 24V-384.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-046 (23V046000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 6DW |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Back over prevention › Display function |
| Report date | February 2, 2023 |
| Owners notified | March 13, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 114,686 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the driver assistance
- 2018 Honda Fit collision avoidance problems 10
- 2019 Honda Fit collision avoidance problems 10
- 2020 Honda Fit collision avoidance problems 8
- 2019 Honda HR-V collision avoidance problems 38
- 2020 Honda HR-V collision avoidance problems 8
- 2021 Honda HR-V collision avoidance problems 7
- 2022 Honda HR-V collision avoidance problems 11
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-046 repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6DW.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 114,686 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.