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2021 HONDA Accord AIR BAGS Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: High Priority

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AIR BAGS Safety Recalls

High Priority #26V332000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
What Happened
The sensor in your front passenger seat is like a weight scale that helps your car's airbags decide if they should deploy. In some 2017-2022 Honda and Acura models, this sensor can crack and malfunction.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensor fails, the airbags could deploy unexpectedly during a crash. This increases the risk of injury to you or your passengers.
Free Fix
Your Honda dealer will swap out the faulty sensor with a new one, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
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High Priority #24V064000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
What Happened
The weight sensor in your front passenger seat is a small device that helps the airbag system decide whether to deploy or not. In some cases, this sensor can crack and malfunction, which means the airbag might not work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag doesn't work as intended, it could deploy unexpectedly during a crash, which could cause serious injuries to you or your passenger.
Free Fix
Your Honda dealer will replace the faulty weight sensor at no cost to you, ensuring your airbag works correctly to keep you and your passengers safe. Schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer, and consider contacting Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 for more information. This timing describes the original 2024 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
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Other HONDA Accord 2021 Recalls

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall

Other HONDA Accord Years

2024
3 recalls
2023
5 recalls
2022
4 recalls
2020
5 recalls
2019
6 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
4 recalls
2015
5 recalls
2014
4 recalls
2013
5 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2011
9 recalls
2010
13 recalls
2009
11 recalls
2008
9 recalls
2007
10 recalls
2006
17 recalls
2005
24 recalls
2004
22 recalls
2003
24 recalls
2002
16 recalls
2001
19 recalls
2000
21 recalls

Similar AIR BAGS Recalls in Other Vehicles

2010 HONDA CR-V
48 AIR BAGS recalls
2011 HONDA CR-V
48 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 HONDA Odyssey
48 AIR BAGS recalls
2004 HONDA Accord
44 AIR BAGS recalls
2005 HONDA Accord
44 AIR BAGS recalls
2003 ACURA MDX
40 AIR BAGS recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2021 HONDA Accord safe to drive?

This model year has 2 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER recall for the 2021 HONDA Accord? (Campaign #26V332000)

The sensor in your front passenger seat is like a weight scale that helps your car's airbags decide if they should deploy. In some 2017-2022 Honda and Acura models, this sensor can crack and malfunction. If the sensor fails, the airbags could deploy unexpectedly during a crash. This increases the risk of injury to you or your passengers. Your Honda dealer will swap out the faulty sensor with a new one, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.

What is the AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER recall for the 2021 HONDA Accord? (Campaign #24V064000)

The weight sensor in your front passenger seat is a small device that helps the airbag system decide whether to deploy or not. In some cases, this sensor can crack and malfunction, which means the airbag might not work properly. If the airbag doesn't work as intended, it could deploy unexpectedly during a crash, which could cause serious injuries to you or your passenger. Your Honda dealer will replace the faulty weight sensor at no cost to you, ensuring your airbag works correctly to keep you and your passengers safe. Schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer, and consider contacting Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 for more information. This timing describes the original 2024 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.