NHTSA recall 04V551000
Air bags › Frontal
Honda Accord
Reported Nov 18, 2004257,616 vehicles affectedHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)Maker’s number P54Built May 14, 2003 – Aug 30, 2004
The 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.
The 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.
The 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.