Honda recalling 500,000 vehicles to fix this major driver safety-related problem

Honda is recalling a half-million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada due to a front seat belt issue.
The recall covers several of Honda’s top-selling models, including the 2017 through 2020 CR-V, 2018 and 2019 Accord, 2018 through 2020 Odyssey, and 2019 Insight.
Also included in the recall is the Acura RDX from the 2019 and 2020 model years.
The issue is due to the surface coating on the channel for the buckle deteriorating over time, which can cause the release button to shrink against the channel at lower temperatures.
This increases friction and stops the buckle from latching, potentially putting the driver or passenger at risk of injury in a crash if not restrained.
Honda has not received any reports of injuries caused by the issue.
Dealers will replace the front seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as needed.
Owners will be notified by letter starting on April 17.