Recall 17V545 covers 3,257 2006-2012 Acura listed-model vehicles for incorrectly installed passenger air bag inflators. Repair is free at any franchised Acura dealer.
Acura is recalling 3,257 2006-2012 Tsx and related models because one dealership incorrectly installed replacement passenger frontal air bag inflators. In a crash, an incorrectly installed inflator can make the passenger air bag deploy improperly and increase injury risk; Acura dealers will inspect and complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The passenger frontal air bag inflator is the metal canister inside the passenger air bag module. In a crash severe enough to command deployment, the inflator produces the gas that fills the air bag so it cushions the front passenger. On 2006-2012 Acura Tsx, Civic, Insight, Accord Crosstour, Cr-V, Accord, Pilot, and Fit vehicles in this recall, the affected part is a replacement passenger inflator kit installed during an earlier repair.
The problem is the installation, not normal wear. Replacement passenger frontal air bag inflators at one dealership were installed incorrectly, based on dealership repair records. An incorrectly installed inflator leaves the passenger air bag system with the wrong mechanical setup for deployment, so the dealer has to inspect the prior repair and correct the inflator installation.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a dashboard light, noise, or change in how the vehicle drives to confirm this problem.
Who's affected?
Spans multiple model lines across 2006-2012, all tied to the passenger-side front air bag inflator.
| 2012 Acura Tsx | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2011 Acura Tsx | front air bag |
| 2010 Acura Tsx | front air bag |
| 2009 Acura Tsx | front air bag |
| 2011 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2007 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2010 Honda Insight | front air bag |
| 2010 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2011 Honda Insight | front air bag |
| 2009 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2008 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | front air bag |
| 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | front air bag |
| 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | front air bag |
| 2012 Honda Insight | front air bag |
| 2006 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2007 Honda Cr-V | front air bag |
| 2008 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2008 Honda Cr-V | front air bag |
| 2009 Honda Pilot | front air bag |
| 2009 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2009 Honda Fit | front air bag |
| 2009 Honda Cr-V | front air bag |
| 2010 Honda Pilot | front air bag |
| 2010 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2010 Honda Cr-V | front air bag |
| 2010 Honda Fit | front air bag |
| 2011 Honda Pilot | front air bag |
| 2011 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2011 Honda Cr-V | front air bag |
| 2011 Honda Fit | front air bag |
| 2012 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2012 Honda Pilot | front air bag |
| 2012 Honda Fit | front air bag |
| Units affected | 3,257 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
This recall matters if a crash happens: the passenger frontal air bag inflator was installed incorrectly, so the air bag can deploy improperly and increase injury risk. There is no warning sign before a crash. Confirm your VIN before assuming your 2006-2012 vehicle is included. Repair is free at any franchised Acura dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2012 Tsx, Civic, Insight, Accord Crosstour, Cr-V, Accord, Pilot, or Fit is included in this Acura recall.
- Contact a franchised Acura dealer to schedule the free passenger frontal air bag module assembly replacement that corrects the incorrectly installed inflator.
- Bring the recall notice if Acura mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V545 when you call.
- Drive with extra caution until the repair is complete, since the passenger air bag can deploy improperly in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Acura technician replaces the passenger frontal air bag module assembly covered by this recall. The repair is available now, and the replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. The work addresses vehicles that received replacement passenger air bag inflators and had an incorrect dealer installation in the passenger frontal air bag system. Schedule the repair through an Acura dealer.
Timeline
| August 31, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 31, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| August 31, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 1, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 1, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 30, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V545?
Recall 17V545 covers 3,257 2006-2012 Acura vehicles with replacement passenger frontal air bag inflators that were installed incorrectly at one dealership. In a crash, the passenger air bag can deploy improperly and increase injury risk. Acura dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2006-2012 Acura vehicle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V545. If it is, contact a franchised Acura dealer to schedule replacement of the passenger frontal air bag module assembly. Reference recall number 17V545 and Acura recall numbers O07, Y0A, N06, G05, M04, Y01, or O09 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Acura's recall remedy says dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Acura dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is improper passenger frontal air bag deployment in a crash. An incorrectly installed inflator can cause the passenger air bag to deploy the wrong way, increasing the risk of injury. The repair path is direct: Acura replaces the affected passenger frontal air bag module assembly for free.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, then contact a franchised Acura dealer and reference recall 17V545 when you schedule the air bag module repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V545000 |
|---|---|
| Acura customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V545 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V545000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (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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