How to Easily Take Care of Your Recall Honda Airbag

Let's face it. All brands of cars face recall of parts from time to time. Often it is not the automobile manufacturer's fault, but rather the company who made the part in the first place.

As reliable as Honda vehicles are, occasionally something crops up. Like other car companies, Honda has recently had an issue with some Takata airbags. The , as well as Acura airbags, involves vehicles from the turn of the century through to the mid-2010s. DoNotPay can find out if your car is involved.

The Basis for the Recall of Honda Airbags

Over 200 injuries have resulted from the malfunction of the Takata driver's front airbag inflators, installed in Honda vehicles in the U.S. To date, there have been 16 confirmed deaths in states from one coast to the other due to an airbag issue which resulted in the .

Should You Be Worried About a Potential Recall of Your Honda Airbag?

The problem is that a drying agent applied to airbags installed on the driver's side has degraded due to temperature and humidity changes. If the airbag is deployed, the airbag inflator could rupture, sending pieces flying, which can hit, injure, and in some cases kill the driver.

While the incidence of the Takata airbag problems is low, you should take the recall seriously. You need to check if your vehicle is on the airbag recall list. If so, have it replaced as soon as possible.

Primary Vehicles Affected

Honda has issued specific warnings for recalls of airbags in:

2001-2002	Honda Accord Honda Civic
2002	Honda CR-V Honda Odyssey
2002-2003	Acura 3.2TL
2003	Honda Pilot Acura 3.2CL

There are many others, including cars up to 2016 models.

What the Recall Means for You

If your Honda, or Acura, is on the recall list, you should get your airbag replaced at an authorized Honda or Acura dealership at no cost to you.

You may also receive up to $250 in out-of-pocket expenses, including:

Reimbursement for the expense of a rental car if the dealer does not have one available to you
Lost wages for taking time off from work to have the airbag replaced
Reimbursement for childcare, if necessary
Other miscellaneous expenses directly related to the Takata airbag recall

Use DoNotPay to Claim Your Honda Airbag Recall and Schedule an Appointment

If you have learned the model and year of your car may be involved in the recall of Honda airbags or any other possible recall, you should check it out immediately.

You could call Honda's 1-888 recall line, provide your vehicle information, and wait for someone to look up your car. If your Honda is on the recall list, you would need to:

Call a local dealership
Ask the operator to connect you with the repair department
See if they have the replacement airbag in stock
Schedule an appointment
Ask if they will have a rental, free-of-charge, available for you while your vehicle is being repaired.

How to Schedule Car Dealership Appointments to Repair Recalled Vehicles Using DoNotPay

You can ask DoNotPay to check for vehicle safety recalls and other types of a product recall on a regular basis, alleviating your concerns for dangerous or poor-quality products.

If DoNotPay finds your Honda or Acura on the Takata airbag recall list, the app will automatically register a recall request with Honda. When you get confirmation, ask DoNotPay to schedule your appointment by:

Entering your vehicle information, including the make, model, and year.
Tell us about the recall and which part of the vehicle is impacted.
Enter the car dealership you want to visit or let us contact the closest one near you.
Enter the ideal date(s) and time(s) you want to schedule your appointment for.
Enter your Vehicle Identification Number.

That's it! All you have to do is show up for your appointment.

How to Check for Safety Recalls on Your Vehicle Using DoNotPay's Car Recall Monitor

If you own a vehicle, whether it's used or new, it's crucial to check for recalls. Driving a recalled vehicle can lead to accidents and fatalities.

Enter your vehicle information, including the make, model, and year.
We'll automatically check against the NHTSA database to see if your vehicle has been involved in any recalls.
We'll generate a report summarizing all recalls, including the recalled date, NHTSA campaign number, required remediations, and more.

DoNotPay can provide you with peace of mind.

Concerned About Other Recalled Products You May Have?

Register your household appliances, your C-PAP sleeping device, foods you buy, your favorite sunscreen, or various recalls within your state. Examples include: