Recall 18V068000: 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jan 25, 2018
Vehicles affected
471
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Clarity Fuel Cell vehicles. The fuel cell control unit (FC-ECU) may misinterpret a small cell voltage drop, causing the vehicle to have reduced, or a complete loss of, power.

The risk

A loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is R0L.

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.

Affected vehicles

  • 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell

Details

NHTSA campaign
18V068000
Manufacturer campaign
R0L
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Owner letters
Feb 28, 2018
Components
Electrical system:software (Electrical System); Hybrid propulsion system (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology