Corroded subframe of a lifted vehicle undergoing inspection in a service bay.
Honda is initiating a significant recall affecting over 880,000 vehicles in the United States. The recall addresses a potential safety issue where the rear suspension’s structural component, the rear subframe, may corrode and fail, increasing the risk of a crash. This recall specifically impacts certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Honda Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Honda Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX models, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The problem is particularly prevalent in regions where road salt is frequently used during winter months. Over time, this can lead to corrosion of the rear subframe. NHTSA warns that as corrosion progresses and material thins, coupled with driving vibrations, the mounting area of the subframe could fracture and fail. Drivers might notice abnormal noises or vibrations from the rear suspension, or experience changes in vehicle handling.
Honda dealers will inspect the rear subframe for affected vehicles and install a reinforcement kit. If necessary, repairs or replacements of the rear subframe components will be performed at no cost to the owners. As of May 28, Honda has reported no injuries or deaths in the U.S. related to this specific defect.
This recall follows a separate recall announced by Honda last month, which involved nearly 99,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a defect that could cause airbags to deploy unexpectedly during a crash.
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