The problem
Honda is recalling certain model year 2010 accord crosstour vehicles. The front passenger airbag may not have been assembled according to correct specifications.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the front passenger airbag may not deploy as intended and could place an unbelted child seated in the front passenger seat at greater risk of injury should the airbag deploy.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the passenger airbag module if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on september 20, 2010. Owners may contact honda automobile customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Contacts
Honda safety recall no. R47. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Honda dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 10V402000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.