Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch
- Component
- Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Vehicles affected
- 724,826
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2021-11-29
- Owners notified
- 2022-01-18
Defect description
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.
Safety risk
A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.