Incorrect passenger air bag module/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 accord vehicles manufactured october 1, 2003, to august 17, 2007. the affected vehicles may have been assembled with an incorrect passenger frontal air bag module that does not comply with the advanced air bag requirements. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
An air bag module does not meet the advanced air bag requirements can increase the risk of injury or death in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the air bag module as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on may 2, 2016. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. honda's number for this recall is jz3.
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FAQ: Recall 16V178000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V178000?
NHTSA recall 16V178000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on March 30, 2016. It addresses: Incorrect passenger air bag module/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 11,602 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 16V178000 or the manufacturer campaign number JZ3. 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.