Honda recalls more than 880,000 vehicles over rear suspension failure risk
Honda is recalling 880,514 SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S. because a key rear suspension component can rust and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The recall affects 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 issue involves the rear subframe, a structural component that supports the rear suspension. In states where road salt is commonly used during winter, the subframe can corrode over time. NHTSA said ongoing corrosion, combined with driving vibrations, could cause the mounting area to fracture and fail.
Drivers may notice unusual rear suspension noises or vibrations, along with changes in handling. The affected vehicles were sold in Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Washington, D.C., and other states.
Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a reinforcement kit, and will repair or replace affected components if needed at no cost. Honda said it had received no reports of injuries or deaths linked to the issue in the U.S. as of May 28.
Honda shares were down 1% in late afternoon trading and more than 10% for the year.
The recall follows last month’s recall of nearly 99,000 U.S. vehicles over a separate defect that could cause airbags to deploy unexpectedly during a crash.
