NHTSA Recall 04V551000: Air bags: frontal
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 257,616 vehicles. It affects 2004–2005 Honda Accord.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V551000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | P54 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | November 18, 2004 |
| Owner notification | November 30, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain sedans, a tear in the fabric of the driver's front air bag occurred after apparent contact with the inside surface of the air bag cover during deployment.
Safety risk
A torn air bag may not offer the same level of protection, in the event of a crash, thereby increasing the risk of injury to the driver.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protective fabric flap between the air bag module cover and the inner module. The recall began on november 30, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda recall no. P54. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V551000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.