Recall 15V602 affects 6,786 2014-2015 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles for hybrid-system software that can stall the vehicle. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 6,786 2014-2015 Accord Hybrid vehicles because electrical interference can force the hybrid system into fail-safe mode, shut off the gasoline engine, and limit speed to 40 miles per hour. Once the battery runs down, the vehicle can stall and increase crash risk; Honda dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The hybrid propulsion system in the 2014-2015 Honda Accord Hybrid coordinates the gasoline engine, high-voltage battery, inverter, motor circuits, and cell voltage sensor. The sensor reads battery cell voltage so the control system knows how much electric power is available. Under normal operation, that information helps the car blend gasoline and electric power without forcing the system into a protective mode.
On affected Accord Hybrid vehicles, the cell voltage sensor circuit was changed to address digital television reception issues, but that change reduced its resistance to electrical noise. Noise from the high-voltage battery inverter and motor circuits can be read incorrectly by the sensor. When that happens, the hybrid system enters fail-safe electric mode, shuts off the gasoline engine, limits speed to 40 miles per hour, and runs only on battery power. After the battery is discharged, the vehicle stalls.
Owners were given visual and audible warnings when the system entered fail-safe electric mode. Treat those alerts as the warning sign and move out of traffic as safely as traffic allows.
Who's affected?
VINs have been searchable since November 6, 2015.
| 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid | Hybrid propulsion system |
|---|---|
| 2015 Honda Accord Hybrid | Hybrid propulsion system |
| Units affected | 6,786 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash. If visual or audible warnings appear, pull over when safe and call a Honda dealer before regular driving continues. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2015 Honda Accord Hybrid is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free hybrid system software update.
- Bring any owner notice Honda sent, or reference recall number 15V602 when you schedule service.
- Call Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 with questions and reference Honda recall JT7.
- Drive cautiously until the software update is complete; pull over safely if the Accord Hybrid loses gasoline-engine power or starts to stall.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician updates the hybrid system software covered by recall 15V602. The software update and labor are free under the recall. Honda says the new vehicle warranty would have provided this repair at no cost before the owner letter, so there is no separate reimbursement program for this campaign. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| September 25, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 26, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| September 29, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 6, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 6, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| November 6, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V602?
Recall 15V602 covers 6,786 2014-2015 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles with hybrid system software that can enter fail-safe mode because of electrical interference. The gasoline engine can shut off, speed can be limited to 40 miles per hour, and the vehicle can stall after the battery discharges.
What should I do if my 2014-2015 Honda Accord Hybrid is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Accord Hybrid is included in recall 15V602. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer and schedule the hybrid system software update. Reference recall number 15V602 or Honda recall number JT7 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Honda to repair the defect at no cost. A franchised Honda dealer will update the hybrid system software free of charge, and Honda customer service is available at 1-888-234-2138 for recall questions.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V602?
The safety risk is a vehicle stall. Electrical interference can make the hybrid system enter fail-safe mode, shut off the gasoline engine, limit speed to 40 miles per hour, and leave the vehicle running only on battery power until the battery is discharged.
What if I bought my Honda Accord Hybrid used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2014-2015 Accord Hybrid is included, then schedule the software update with a franchised Honda dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V602000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V602 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V602000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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