Seatbacks may not have openings for air bags
Defect Summary
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2017 honda civic hatchback and civic type r vehicles. driver and front passenger seatback pads sold as replacement service parts were made without slit openings for the seat-mounted side air bags. In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the seatback pad would interfere and adversely affect air bag performance. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 214, "side impact protection."
Safety Consequence
If the seat-mounted air bags cannot not deploy correctly in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seatback pads, free of charge. the recall began june 15, 2018. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. honda's number for this recall is e1d, u1b, and x1c.
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FAQ: Recall 18V266000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V266000?
NHTSA recall 18V266000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on April 26, 2018. It addresses: Seatbacks may not have openings for air bags. The recall affects approximately 69 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 18V266000 or the manufacturer campaign number E1D, U1B, X1C. 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.