Recall 17V-418
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalled the 2013 to 2016 Honda Accord: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V-418
- Reported
- June 29, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 1,148,550 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Honda Accord vehicles. The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system, may allow water to get in, potentially causing an electrical short.
The risk
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor, free of charge. Dealers will perform an interim remedy of applying adhesive to the case to prevent water intrusion. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support Center at 1-[removed]. Honda's number for this recall is KG0.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Honda Accord 2013 to 2016