Recall 04V526000: Occupant Sensor Replacement

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:

Honda / CR-V 2005

MANUFACTURER : American Honda Motor Co.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V526000 Recall Date : NOV 04, 2004

COMPONENT: Air Bags: Side/Window

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 6976

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles, the occupant position detection system's side sensor is not installed in the correct position and may fail to shut off the passenger's side impact airbag if the occupant is out-of-position.

CONSEQUENCE:
In the event of a crash, such an out-of position occupant may be injured by a deploying side airbag.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the passenger's seat-back pad which incudes the occupant position detection system sensor. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

NOTES:
Honda Recall NO. P49. Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).