NHTSA Recall 14V258000: Driveshaft (power train)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,038 vehicles. It affects 2013 Honda Fit.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V258000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | JE4 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | May 16, 2014 |
| Owner notification | June 23, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
American Honda Motor Co., Ltd, (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2013 Honda Fit vehicles manufactured May 24, 2013, through July 5, 2013, and equipped with a manual transmission. The passenger side driveshaft may break while driving due to an improper heat treatment application during manufacturing.
Safety risk
If the driveshaft fractures and separates while driving, the vehicle would lose power and coast to a stop. If a vehicle with a fractured driveshaft is parked without the parking brake applied, the vehicle could move unexpectedly. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger side driveshaft and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2014. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JE4.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V258000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda Fit | 2013 |
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.