NHTSA Recall 15V559000: Ignition (electrical system)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17,796 vehicles. It affects 2015 Honda Fit.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V559000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | JT9 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION |
| Report received | September 3, 2015 |
| Owner notification | October 9, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured December 6, 2013, to August 28, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience damage to the wires inside the Plug Top Ignition Coils (PTC) due to improper protection against electrical noise.
Safety risk
If the wires become damaged, the coil may overheat and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Plug Top Ignition Coils with new design, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JT9.
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 15V559000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda Fit | 2015 |
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.