Honda Recalls 880,514 Vehicles Over Corroding Rear Subframes in 22 States
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Updated · Forbes · Jun 10
Honda Recalls 880,514 Vehicles Over Corroding Rear Subframes in 22 States
3 articles · Updated · Forbes · Jun 10
Summary
880,514 Honda and Acura vehicles are being recalled after rear subframes were found vulnerable to corrosion that can damage suspension parts and lead to loss of control.
463,000-plus Honda Pilots make up more than half the recall, which also covers 2017-2023 Ridgelines, 2019-2023 Passports and 2014-2020 Acura MDXs.
22 states and Washington, D.C. are affected because the vehicles were sold in the U.S. “salt belt,” where de-icing salt and, in some cases, premature paint peeling can accelerate corrosion.
July 7 is the expected mailing date for owner notices; dealers will inspect vehicles, install reinforcement kits and repair or replace damaged components.
No deaths, injuries or warranty claims tied to the defect had been reported as of May, though NHTSA said drivers should watch for abnormal rear-suspension noise, vibration or handling changes.