Inadvertent air bag deployment
Defect Summary
Honda is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 odyssey and model year 2003 acura mdx vehicles. due to electrical noise, a component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front air bags, side curtain air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.
Safety Consequence
Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a noise suppressor unit, free of charge. the recall began on november 1, 2013. a renotification letter went out on july 11, 2014 for the 2003 acura and the 2003-2004 odyssey. owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009. honda's recall numbers are jc2 (honda odyssey) and jc3 (acura mdx).
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FAQ: Recall 13V412000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V412000?
NHTSA recall 13V412000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 19, 2013. It addresses: Inadvertent air bag deployment. The recall affects approximately 374,618 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 13V412000 or the manufacturer campaign number JC2/JC3. 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.