NHTSA Campaign 23V229000
SEATS
Issued by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · Reported Mar 30, 2023 · 640 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic Type R vehicles. The driver's seat frame may not have been welded properly, which can cause the seat cushion frame to break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence
A broken seat cushion frame may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front driver seat cushion frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TDY.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HONDA | CIVIC TYPE R | 2023 | 640 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 23V229000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.