CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ridgeline AWD vehicles manufactured April 1, 2016, to August 11, 2016. Water may enter the rear wiring harness through the connector located under the truck bed drain hole, possibly causing the connection terminals to corrode.
- Risk
- Corrosion of the wiring harness can cause increased electrical resistance, unexpectedly activating the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear wiring harness and related components, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KD3.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2017 Ridgeline AWD trucks built between April 1, 2016 and August 11, 2016 may have water entering the rear wiring harness through a connector located under the truck bed drain hole. Over time, this can corrode the connection terminals, increasing electrical resistance.
The corrosion can unexpectedly activate the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, which raises the risk of a crash. If you own a Ridgeline from this production window, do not ignore this recall. Check your VIN for open recalls and contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 if you have questions.
Honda will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will inspect the rear wiring harness and related components, replacing them as necessary. The repair is free of charge.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Honda Ridgeline | 2017 |
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