Honda HR-V and Honda Fit Recalled to Fix Backup Camera

A potential dangerous crash could result from Honda's recall of more than 114,000 vehicles because the backup cameras might not work when the car is in reverse. Honda Fit hatchbacks from the 2018 to 2020 model years and Honda HR-V SUVs from the 2019 to 2022 model years are included in the recall.

Only automobiles using physical ignition keys rather than push-button starts are affected by the issue, which is brought on by a defective circuit in the car's audio system.

In documents provided to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Honda says that it is aware of 205 warranty claims and no injuries related to this issue.

Here are the facts from documents filed at NHTSA by Honda:

• Honda Fit hatchbacks manufactured between June 12, 2017, and Nov. 30, 2020

• Honda HR-V SUVs manufactured between July 7, 2018, and April 25, 2022

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Repair: Honda dealerships will perform a software update that should fix the problem, free of charge. Owners who have already paid to have this work performed before the recall was issued may be able to seek reimbursement from Honda.

How to contact the manufacturer: Honda will contact owners of affected vehicles by mail starting March 13, 2023. Owners may also contact Honda at 888-234-2138. 

NHTSA campaign number: 23V046. Honda’s own number for this recall is 6DW.

The official recall acknowledgement filed at NHTSA can be found here.