Recall 19V499 affects 3,947 2001-2011 Honda and Acura vehicles for driver airbag inflators that can explode. Repair is free at a franchised dealer.
Honda is recalling 3,947 2001-2011 Acura and Honda vehicles, including the Accord, Civic, CR-V, Element, Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline, MDX, TL, and CL, under recall 19V499 because driver frontal airbag inflators installed as recall remedy or replacement parts can explode. An inflator rupture can send sharp metal fragments into the cabin, and Honda and Acura dealers will replace the inflators for free.
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What's wrong?
The driver's frontal airbag inflator is the metal canister inside the steering wheel that produces the gas to inflate the airbag in a crash. When the crash sensor fires, a chemical propellant inside the inflator burns very fast, and the resulting gas fills the airbag cushion in a fraction of a second. The inflator housing is built to contain that burn and direct the gas into the bag.
On the affected Honda and Acura vehicles, the inflators contain a propellant that degrades after long-term exposure to heat, humidity, and temperature swings. As the propellant breaks down, it burns more aggressively than designed. During a crash deployment, the pressure inside the inflator can rise high enough to rupture the metal housing, sending fragments toward the driver.
There is no warning sign before failure. The defect only reveals itself at the moment the airbag deploys, which is why the recall covers replacement of the inflator before a crash happens.
Who's affected?
Covers 12 Honda and Acura nameplates built across 11 model years (2001-2011), all fitted with the same driver-side Takata inflator.
| 2003 Acura Mdx | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2005 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2004 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2003 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2002 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2001 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2004 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2003 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2002 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2001 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2003 Honda Cr-V | front air bag |
| 2002 Honda Cr-V | front air bag |
| 2003 Honda Element | front air bag |
| 2003 Honda Odyssey | front air bag |
| 2002 Honda Odyssey | front air bag |
| 2003 Honda Pilot | front air bag |
| 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid | front air bag |
| 2005 Honda Element | front air bag |
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | front air bag |
| 2006 Acura Mdx | front air bag |
| 2006 Honda Cr-V | front air bag |
| 2006 Honda Pilot | front air bag |
| 2006 Honda Element | front air bag |
| 2007 Honda Pilot | front air bag |
| 2007 Honda Element | front air bag |
| 2008 Honda Pilot | front air bag |
| 2008 Honda Element | front air bag |
| 2005 Honda Pilot | front air bag |
| 2005 Honda Civic Hybrid | front air bag |
| 2009 Honda Element | front air bag |
| 2010 Honda Element | front air bag |
| 2004 Honda Civic Hybrid | front air bag |
| 2011 Honda Element | front air bag |
| 2001 Honda Civic Gx | front air bag |
| 2002 Honda Civic Gx | front air bag |
| 2003 Honda Civic Gx | front air bag |
| 2004 Honda Civic Gx | front air bag |
| 2006 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | front air bag |
| 2005 Acura Mdx | front air bag |
| 2005 Honda Cr-V | front air bag |
| 2005 Honda Civic Gx | front air bag |
| 2005 Honda Civic | front air bag |
| 2004 Honda Cr-V | front air bag |
| 2002 Acura Tl | front air bag |
| 2003 Acura Tl | front air bag |
| 2004 Acura Mdx | front air bag |
| 2003 Acura Cl | front air bag |
| 2007 Honda Accord | front air bag |
| 2004 Honda Element | front air bag |
| 2004 Honda Pilot | front air bag |
| Units affected | 3,947 |
| 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 vehicle is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
An inflator explosion can send sharp metal fragments into the driver or other occupants, causing serious injury or death. The failure happens without warning during a normal airbag deployment, so the safe step is to schedule the repair soon and avoid putting off the dealer visit. Repair is free at any franchised Acura dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2001-2011 Acura or Honda vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Acura or Honda dealer to schedule the driver frontal air bag inflator replacement (the inflator can rupture and send metal fragments at the driver).
- Reference recall number 19V499 when you call to schedule the free replacement. Honda's internal numbers for this recall are Q5A and Y58.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda has mailed one, along with your VIN and current contact information.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete and avoid letting other drivers use the vehicle until the inflator is replaced.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Acura technician removes the driver frontal air bag inflator and installs a replacement unit. Parts and labor are free under the recall. The replacement addresses inflators that can degrade after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat, and temperature cycling. If you have already paid out of pocket for a related driver air bag inflator repair, Honda's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring your receipts and repair paperwork to the service desk when you arrive, and reference recall 19V499 so the advisor can confirm the work and process the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 27, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 28, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| August 12, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 12, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V499?
Recall 19V499 covers 3,947 2001-2011 Honda and Acura vehicles, including the Accord, Civic, CR-V, Element, Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline, MDX, TL, and CL, fitted with replacement driver frontal airbag inflators that can explode and send sharp metal fragments into the cabin. Honda dealers will replace the inflator for free.
What should I do if my 2001-2011 Honda or Acura is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V499. If it is, contact a franchised Honda or Acura dealer to schedule the driver frontal airbag inflator replacement. Reference recall number 19V499 when you call. The repair is free, and you can also call Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost, and Honda will replace the driver frontal airbag inflator free of charge at any franchised Honda or Acura dealer regardless of where the vehicle was originally purchased or how many owners it has had.
What is the safety risk?
The driver frontal airbag inflator can explode when deployed, sending sharp metal fragments toward the driver and other occupants. Per NHTSA, this can result in serious injury or death. The risk grows with long-term exposure to high humidity, heat, and temperature swings, which degrade the propellant inside the inflator.
What if I bought my Honda or Acura used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If Honda never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V499, and reference that recall number when you call the dealer to schedule the inflator replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V499000 |
|---|---|
| Acura customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V499 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V499000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (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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