How many airbag complaints does the 2021 Honda HR-V have?

NHTSA lists 21 airbag complaints for the 2021 HR-V, which is 33% of all 63 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an airbag recall for the 2021 Honda HR-V?

Yes. Two recalls, campaign 24V064000 and campaign 26V332000, cover airbag seat weight sensors on the 2021 HR-V; dealers replace the sensors free of charge.

Have airbag problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2021 HR-V?

NHTSA records show 2 crashes and 2 injuries linked to airbag complaints on the 2021 HR-V.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2021 HR-V?

The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2021 HR-V is 43,500 miles.

Do owners say the airbag recall repair is available yet?

Several 2021 HR-V owners report that dealers told them the seat weight sensor part needed for the recall repair was not yet available, exceeding a reasonable repair timeframe.

2021 Honda HR-V Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 21 airbag complaints for the 2021 Honda HR-V, 33% of all complaints filed for that model year, the highest share of any HR-V year. Two crashes and two injuries are recorded, tied to two open recalls (24V064000 and 26V332000) covering seat weight sensors, with median failure mileage at 43,500.

Airbags complaints: 21; 33% of 63
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 43,500 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Owners report airbag deployment during crashes causing facial injury, with one case describing a deployed airbag striking the driver's face.
Multiple owners describe being told the driver or passenger airbag recall repair cannot be completed because the seat weight sensor part is on backorder or unavailable.
Some owners say dealers and Honda representatives give conflicting answers about whether the vehicle is safe to drive while awaiting the recall fix.
One owner reports the passenger airbag status indicator stays off even after the sensor was previously replaced under an earlier recall.
One owner reports an inoperable instrument cluster showing erroneous information in cold temperatures, alongside notice of the airbag recall.

When 2021 Honda HR-V airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 30, 2021, latest Aug 11, 2026.

21 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2021 to Aug 2026; peak Mar 2024 (3).

Airbags recalls for the 2021 Honda HR-V

NHTSA 26V332000May 21, 2026Airbags98,892 vehicles
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
NHTSA 24V064000Feb 1, 2024Airbags750,114 vehicles
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.

Airbags complaints by HR-V model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201613 (5%)
20176 (5%)
20187 (4%)
201912 (5%)
20206 (7%)
202121 (33%)
20228 (9%)
20233 (0%)
20243 (3%)
20251 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does the 2021 Honda HR-V have?: NHTSA lists 21 airbag complaints for the 2021 HR-V, which is 33% of all 63 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2021 Honda HR-V?: Yes. Two recalls, campaign 24V064000 and campaign 26V332000, cover airbag seat weight sensors on the 2021 HR-V; dealers replace the sensors free of charge.
Have airbag problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2021 HR-V?: NHTSA records show 2 crashes and 2 injuries linked to airbag complaints on the 2021 HR-V.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2021 HR-V?: The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2021 HR-V is 43,500 miles.
Do owners say the airbag recall repair is available yet?: Several 2021 HR-V owners report that dealers told them the seat weight sensor part needed for the recall repair was not yet available, exceeding a reasonable repair timeframe.