NHTSA Campaign Id 20V798000; Date: Dec. 17, 2020
a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
2020 Honda Accord Hybrid; 2020 Honda Cr-v Hybrid; 2020 Honda Insight; 2021 Honda Insight
Component: Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co.)
Affected Units:: 27,838
honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2020 cr-v hybrid, accord hybrid, and 2020-2021 insight vehicles. the dc-dc converter may shut down and prevent the 12-volt battery from recharging, possibly resulting in a loss of drive power.
honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power converter unit (pcu) software, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin february 25, 2021. owners can contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. honda's number for this recall is k9e.
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.
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