Honda and Acura Passenger Seat Weight Sensor
Honda and Acura are recalling various vehicles due to a faulty passenger seat weight sensor that may cause unintended air bag deployment.
Owners will be notified by mail and should contact an authorized Honda or Acura dealer to have the front passenger seat weight sensor replaced free of charge.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 98,892
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters mailed
- July 7, 2026
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-888-234-2138
Why it was recalled
The front passenger seat weight sensor in certain Honda and Acura vehicles may crack and short circuit. This defect can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
HONDA HR-V (2016-2026), AIR BAGS
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Other recent recalls from Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-05-30 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification