CarRecallWatch- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH; STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Passport, 2016-2019 Pilot, and 2017-2020 Ridgeline vehicles. The hood latch striker may become damaged and separate from the hood, which can result in the hood opening while driving.
- Risk
- A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will either repair the hood latch striker, or replace the hood if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PBV.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The hood latch striker on these vehicles can become damaged and separate from the hood. If that happens, the hood can open while you are driving.
A hood that flies open can block the driver's view of the road and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should treat this as a safety concern and have their vehicle checked.
Authorized Honda dealers will repair the hood latch striker or replace the hood if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. You can also contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138, or check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Honda Passport | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Honda Pilot | 2016201720182019 |
| Honda Ridgeline | 2017201820192020 |