Honda recalls 500,000 vehicles due to seat belt issue; Here’s what you need to know
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Honda recalls 500,000 vehicles due to seat belt issue; Here’s what you need to know

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Honda Motor Company is recalling 500,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because the front seat belts may not latch properly.

Honda said in documents Wednesday, according to U.S. safety regulators, the surface coating on the channel for the buckle can deteriorate over time. The release button can shrink against the channel at lower temperatures, increasing friction and stopping the buckle from latching.

Here’s which vehicles the recall covers:

  • CR-V (2017-2020)
  • Accord (2018-2019)
  • Odyssey (2018-2020)
  • Insight (2019)
  • Acura RDX (2019-2020)

There have been no reports of injuries caused by the problem.

Dealers will replace the front seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies if needed. Owners will be notified by letter starting April 17.

Mark Heim is a reporter for The Alabama Media Group. Follow him on Twitter @Mark_Heim