Lost motion spring
Defect Summary
Honda is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 honda fit vehicles. There is a potential for one or more of the four spring assemblies on the engine's variable valve timing and lift electronic control (vtec) system to fail.
Safety Consequence
A failure of the spring assemblies may cause the vehicle to stall during operation increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the spring assemblies in the engine if necessary free of charge. the safety recall began on march 7, 2011. owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 11V101000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V101000?
NHTSA recall 11V101000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on February 17, 2011. It addresses: Lost motion spring. The recall affects approximately 97,201 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V101000 or the manufacturer campaign number R66. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.