Recall 18V629 affects 232,140 2018-2019 Honda Accord and Insight vehicles for rearview camera display failure. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 232,140 2018-2019 Accord and Insight vehicles because the back-up camera center display does not function properly in certain scenarios. If the screen does not show what is behind the vehicle, crash risk increases, and Honda dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rearview camera system on the 2018-2019 Honda Accord and Insight sends the camera image to the center display when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. That image helps the driver see directly behind the vehicle while backing up. The screen and its display audio unit are the parts that show the rearview image inside the cabin.
On affected vehicles, the center display assembly has software programming that does not always call up the rearview image after certain use patterns. The camera itself is not the main problem described by Honda. The issue is in the display system that is supposed to put the image on the screen during backing events.
There is no warning sign before failure. When the problem appears, the screen does not show the rearview image during reverse, so the driver has to rely on mirrors and direct visibility instead.
Who's affected?
Covers Accord and Insight sedans from the 2018 and 2019 model years, with camera and visibility components listed for each model.
| 2018 Honda Accord | Camera |
|---|---|
| 2018 Honda Accord | visibility component |
| 2019 Honda Insight | Camera |
| 2019 Honda Insight | visibility component |
| Units affected | 232,140 |
| 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 rearview camera display that fails to show what is behind the vehicle increases crash risk while backing up. Use mirrors, turn your head, and leave extra room until the software update is completed. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Honda Accord or 2019 Honda Insight is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free display audio software update that fixes the backup camera display problem.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V629 and Honda recall numbers K2G and V2F when you call.
- Use your mirrors and turn your head when backing up until the software update is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician reprograms the display audio unit software so the backup camera display operates under the recall requirements. The software update and labor are free under the recall. Honda has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall notice. Bring repair paperwork and payment documentation to the service desk so Honda can review the claim under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 13, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 14, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| September 14, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 30, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 5, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| November 5, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V629?
Recall 18V629 covers 232,140 2018 Honda Accord and 2019 Honda Insight vehicles with a rearview camera display software problem. In certain scenarios, the center display does not show the camera image, which can increase crash risk while backing up. Honda dealers will reprogram the display audio unit software for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Honda Accord or Insight is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 18V629. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the display audio unit software reprogramming. Reference recall 18V629 and Honda recall numbers K2G and V2F when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Honda says dealers will reprogram the display audio unit software free of charge. The repair is handled through a franchised Honda dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced rear visibility while backing up. Recall 18V629 says the rearview camera display does not show what is behind the vehicle in certain scenarios, increasing crash risk. Use mirrors and direct visual checks, then schedule the free Honda software repair if your VIN is included.
What if I bought my Honda Accord or Insight 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 Accord or Insight is included, then call a franchised Honda dealer and reference recall 18V629, K2G, or V2F.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V629000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V629 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V629000 |
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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