Recall
Honda Fit — 15V559000
NHTSA ID
15V559000
Make
Honda
Model
Fit
Years Affected
2015
Recall Date
2015-09-03
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Units Affected
17,796
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
JT9
Summary
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured December 6, 2013, to August 28, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience damage to the wires inside the Plug Top Ignition Coils (PTC) due to improper protection against electrical noise.
Consequence
If the wires become damaged, the coil may overheat and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Plug Top Ignition Coils with new design, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JT9.