Passenger airbag indicator/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 ridgeline vehicles manufactured on april 18, 2012. an incorrect passenger airbag status indicator may have been installed on the vehicles causing them to fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
Without the proper passenger airbag indicator, the driver and other vehicle occupants may not be informed or aware that the front passenger airbag is off and will not deploy in a crash, thereby potentially increasing the risk of injury to a front passenger seat occupant that may have chosen to sit or been seated elsewhere in the vehicle if the correct indicator had been given.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger airbag indicator free of charge. the safety recall began on september 21, 2012. owners may contact honda automobile customer services at 1-800-999-1009.
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FAQ: Recall 12V432000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V432000?
NHTSA recall 12V432000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 5, 2012. It addresses: Passenger airbag indicator/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 17 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V432000 or the manufacturer campaign number S52. 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.