Safety Recall NHTSA · 15V559000 Reported September 3, 2015

Plug top ignition coil damage

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) · Electrical System · 17,796 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
15V559000
Manufacturer Campaign
JT9
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
17,796
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 3, 2015
Completion Rate
90.19

Defect Summary

Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 fit vehicles manufactured december 6, 2013, to august 28, 2014. the affected vehicles may experience damage to the wires inside the plug top ignition coils (ptc) due to improper protection against electrical noise.

Safety Consequence

If the wires become damaged, the coil may overheat and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the plug top ignition coils with new design, free of charge. the recall began on october 9, 2015. owners may contact honda automobile customer service at 1-888-234-2138. honda's number for this recall is jt9.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference recall ID 15V559000 or campaign JT9.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 15V559000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 15V559000?

NHTSA recall 15V559000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 3, 2015. It addresses: Plug top ignition coil damage. The recall affects approximately 17,796 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V559000 or the manufacturer campaign number JT9. 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.