CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Clarity Fuel Cell vehicles previously repaired under recall 18V-068. The previous software remedy may have been incomplete. As a result, the fuel cell control unit (FC-ECU) may misinterpret a small cell voltage drop, causing the vehicle to have a partial or complete loss of power.
- Risk
- A loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda has notified owners, and dealers will update the FC-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is A3O.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some 2017-2018 Clarity Fuel Cell vehicles that were previously repaired under an earlier software recall may still have a problem. The fuel cell control unit can misread a small drop in cell voltage, which can cause the vehicle to lose part or all of its power.
A loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash. If your vehicle is affected, the fuel cell control unit software will be updated by an authorized dealer at no cost to you. You can also contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138, referencing recall A3O, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Honda Clarity Fuel Cell | 20172018 |
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