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NHTSA ID Number: 10187549

Manufacturer Communication Number: ONLV9202162021

TSB/Document Date: 2021-02-26


Summary

Owner Notification Letter - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, the MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. American HondaeBay logo is extending the warranty on the engine start/stop switch to 9 years from the original date of purchase or 125,000 miles, whichever comes first.


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TSB/Document ID: ONLV9202162021

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MFR Communication Date: 2021-02-16

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Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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AUTOMOBILE DIVISION
American HondaeBay logo Motor Co., Inc.
1919 Torrance Blvd., – P. O. Box 2215
Torrance, CA 90509-9870

February 2021
Warranty Extension: 2016–18 HR-V Keyless Start System Error with DTC B12C5

VIN:
Dear :
What is the reason for this Warranty Extension?
The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, the MID displays the error
message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored.
American HondaeBay logo is extending the warranty on the engine start/stop switch to 9 years from the original date of
purchase or 125,000 miles, whichever comes first.
What should you do?
If your vehicle does not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button and the MID displays
KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, call any authorized HondaeBay logo dealer and make an appointment to have the
vehicle inspected. If the engine start/stop switch has failed, it will be replaced. This work will be done for free.
Please plan to leave your vehicle at the dealer for at least 30 minutes to allow them flexibility in scheduling.
Lessor Information
Please forward a copy of this notice to the lessee.
What to do if you feel this notice is in error
Our records show that you are the current owner or lessee of a 2016–18 HR-V involved in this warranty extension.
If this is not the case, or the name/address information is not correct, please fill out and return the enclosed,
postage-paid Information Change Card. We will then update our records.
If you previously paid to have your engine start/stop switch replaced, you may be eligible for reimbursement,
even if you no longer own the vehicle. Refer to the attached reimbursement instructions for eligibility requirements
and the reimbursement procedure.
If you have questions
If you have any questions about this notice, or need assistance with locating a HondaeBay logo dealer, please
call American HondaeBay logo’s Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138. You can also visit
AskDave.Honda.com to chat with our 24/7 virtual agent or locate a dealer online at www.Hondacars.com.
Customers in U.S. territories, please contact your local distributor/dealer.
We apologize for any inconvenience this campaign may cause you.
Sincerely,
American HondaeBay logo Motor Co., Inc.

HondaeBay logo Automobile Division
CO-14305

Defect Code #6S1, Campaign #V92 / Service Bulletin #20-116

AUTOMOBILE DIVISION
American HondaeBay logo Motor Co., Inc.
1919 Torrance Blvd., – P. O. Box 2215
Torrance, CA 90509-9870

Febrero del 2021
Extensión de garantía: Error del sistema de arranque sin llave con el código DTC B12C5
en la HR-V 2016–2018

VIN:
Estimado :
¿Cuál es el motivo de esta extensión de garantía?
El vehículo puede que no arranque una vez que presiona inicialmente el botón ENGINE START/STOP. También,
la MID muestra el mensaje de error KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR y se almacena el código DTC B12C5
(Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) [Falla del interruptor Engine Start/Stop].
American HondaeBay logo está extendiendo la garantía del interruptor engine start/stop a 9 años a partir de la fecha original
de compra, o 125.000 millas, lo que ocurra primero.
¿Qué debe hacer?
Si su vehículo no arranca una vez que presiona inicialmente el botón ENGINE START/STOP y la MID muestra
KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, llame a cualquier concesionario autorizado HondaeBay logo y haga una cita para la
inspección de su vehículo. Si el interruptor engine start/stop ha fallado, este será reemplazado. Este trabajo se
realizará de forma gratuita. Por favor haga planes para dejar su vehículo en el concesionario por lo menos
30 minutos, para permitir flexibilidad en la programación de la cita.
Información para el arrendador
Por favor envié una copia de esta notificación al arrendatario.
Qué debe hacer si considera que esta notificación es errónea
Nuestros registros indican que usted es propietario o arrendatario de un vehículo HR-V 2016–2018, el cual forma
parte de esta extensión de garantía. Si no es el caso, o si la información de nombre/dirección no está correcta,
por favor llene y devuelva la Tarjeta de Cambio de Información anexa pre-pagada. Con esto actualizaremos
nuestros registros.
Si usted anteriormente ha pagado por el reemplazo del interruptor engine start/stop, usted puede calificar para
un rembolso, aunque ya no sea el propietario del vehículo. Consulte las instrucciones para reembolso que se
encuentra anexa para ver los requisitos de elegibilidad y el procedimiento de reembolso.
Si tiene preguntas
Si tiene preguntas acerca de esta notificación o si necesita asistencia para ponerse en contacto con un
concesionario HondaeBay logo, por favor comuníquese con el Centro de Apoyo al Cliente y Campañas de American HondaeBay logo
al 1-888-234-2138. Usted también puede ubicar un concesionario en línea en www.Hondacars.com. Los clientes
en territorios de Estados Unidos, por favor comunicarse con su concesionario/distribuidor local.
Le pedimos disculpas por cualquier inconveniente que esta campaña pudiera causarle.
Atentamente,
American HondaeBay logo Motor Co., Inc.
Código del defecto #6S1, Campaña #V92 / Boletín de servicio #20-116

Instructions for Reimbursement
HondaeBay logo Warranty Extension 6S1
Eligibility Requirements
You may be eligible for reimbursement if you meet all the requirements:
• You paid to have your engine start/stop switch replaced because your vehicle does not start upon first
press of the ENGINE START/STOP button and the MID displays KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR.
• Repairs were made prior to the notice date; repairs made after the notice date must be
administered by a HondaeBay logo dealer.
• You owned the vehicle at the time of repair. You are still eligible if you no longer own the vehicle.
• You provide a paid invoice.
Please complete this form and attach the items listed below. Failure to include all requested information
will result in delays and possible denial of your request.
Your invoice must include:
1. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
2. Name and Address of the repair facility
3. Diagnosis and itemized cost of repair – parts and labor
4. Date the work was completed
5. Proof of Payment – copy of the canceled check, bank statement, or credit card receipt showing that
you paid for the repair. Cash payments must be documented on the invoice and a cash payment
receipt must be provided. Please submit copies only. These documents will not be returned.
Repairs were performed at (check one):

❒ Authorized HondaeBay logo Dealer

❒ Independent Repair Facility

Return Your Reimbursement Request Form and Requested Documents
Via Fax:

(310) 224-6051

Via Mail:

American HondaeBay logo Motor Co., Inc.
American HondaeBay logo Customer Support & Campaign Center
P.O. Box 2964
Torrance, CA 90509-2964

(Fill-in the information below – Please print)
Your Name:
Home Address:

Apt.#:

City:

State:

Daytime Phone:

Cell
Phone:

ZIP:

Vehicle Identification Number
e-mail Address:
Total Amount Requested:

$

Repair cost only. Incidental expenses (rental, fuel, loss of wages, etc.) are not covered.
If you have any questions about this form, please contact
American HondaeBay logo’s Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138
6S1

Instrucciones para el reembolso
Extensión de garantía HondaeBay logo 6S1
Requisitos de elegibilidad
Usted puede calificar para un reembolso si cumple con todos los requisitos:
• Usted pagó por el reemplazo del interruptor “engine start/stop” debido a que su vehículo no arrancaba
una vez que presionaba inicialmente el botón ENGINE START/STOP y la MID mostraba el error
“KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR”.
• Las reparaciones se realizaron previamente a la fecha de la notificación; las reparaciones realizadas
después de la fecha de la notificación deben ser administradas por un concesionario HondaeBay logo.
• Usted era el propietario del vehículo en el momento de la reparación. Usted puede calificar, aunque no
sea el propietario actualmente.
• Usted demuestra una factura pagada.
Por favor complete este formulario y adjunte los elementos enumerados a continuación. De no incluir
toda la información requerida resultará en un retraso y posiblemente el rechazo de su solicitud.
Su factura debe incluir:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Número de identificación del vehículo (VIN)
Nombre y dirección de la instalación que realizó la reparación
El diagnóstico y el costo desglosado de la reparación – repuestos y mano de obra
La fecha de cuando se realizó el trabajo
Prueba de pago – una copia del cheque cancelado, estado de cuenta bancario o recibo de
cargo a tarjeta de crédito mostrando que usted pago por la reparación. Los pagos en dinero
en efectivo deben estar documentados en la factura y un recibo de pago en efectivo debe ser
suministrado. Por favor envíe copias solamente. Estos documentos no serán devueltos.

Las reparaciones fueron realizadas en un (marque uno):
❒ Concesionario autorizado HondaeBay logo ❒ Centro de reparación independiente

Regrese el formulario de Solicitud de reembolso y los documentos requeridos
Por Fax al:

(310) 224-6051

Por correo a:

American HondaeBay logo Motor Co., Inc.
American HondaeBay logo Customer Support & Campaign Center
P.O. Box 2964
Torrance, CA 90509-2964

(Llene la información a continuación – Por favor escriba en letra legible)
Su nombre:
Dirección de domicilio:

# de apartamento:

Ciudad:

Estado:

Número de teléfono
durante el día:

Código
postal:

Número de
teléfono celular:

Número de identificación del vehículo:
Dirección de correo electrónico:
Monto total solicitado:

$

Solamente el costo de la reparación. Los gastos incidentales (alquiler, combustible, pérdida de salario, etc.) no serán cubiertos.
Si tiene alguna pregunta acerca de este formulario, por favor comuníquese con
el Centro de Apoyo al Cliente y Campañas de American HondaeBay logo al 1-888-234-2138
6S1

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