Honda Pilot Recall 19V298: Timing Belt Teeth Can Separate, Risking Engine Stall

What this recall means for you

Certain vehicles may have timing belts whose teeth can separate from the belt. When this happens, the engine can stall, which raises the risk of a crash.

An authorized dealer will inspect your vehicle and replace the affected timing belt at no cost. If the belt was replaced, the engine will also be inspected, and any damaged components will be replaced free of charge. Owners will be notified by mail, but you can also check your VIN for open recalls and contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138 for more information.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V298Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
Risk: Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall began June 7, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.
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.