The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·21V932000·Announced 2021-11-29

Honda Recalls 2016-2020 Models for Hood Latch Striker Defect

Honda is recalling specific Passport, Pilot, and Ridgeline vehicles because a damaged hood latch striker may cause the hood to open while driving, obstructing the driver's view.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (hood latch) that can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Passport, 2016-2019 Pilot, and 2017-2020 Ridgeline vehicles. The recall involves a defect where the hood latch striker may become damaged and separate from the hood. This issue can result in the hood opening while the vehicle is in motion.

A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash. The defect is classified under latches, locks, and linkages, specifically affecting the hood latch mechanism.

Dealers will repair the hood latch striker or replace the hood if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HONDA PILOT, RIDGELINE, PASSPORT
Brand
HONDA
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Category
Vehicle — SUV / Truck
Hazard
Affected units
724,826

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • PILOT
  • RIDGELINE
  • PASSPORT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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