SeatsRecall 23V-229 · 2023 Honda Civic Type R
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recall 23V-229 covers 640 2023 Honda Civic Type R for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on March 30, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q1) shows 79% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V229000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic Type R vehicles. The driver's seat frame may not have been welded properly, which can cause the seat cushion frame to break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
The risk
A broken seat cushion frame may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front driver seat cushion frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TDY.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
79%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 5 vehicles were listed as unreachable.