Recall 18V-629
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalled the 2018 Honda Accord and 1 other model: Back over prevention (sensing system, camera); Visibility (rearview mirrors/devices).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V-629
- Reported
- September 13, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 232,140 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Accord and 2019 Honda Insight vehicles. In certain scenarios, the back-up camera center display may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
The risk
If the rearview camera display does not show what is behind the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the display audio unit software, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-[removed]. Honda's numbers for this recall are K2G and V2F.
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 2018
- Honda Insight 2019