Honda is recalling 880,000 SUVs because their rear wheels might fall off due to rust.
The recall affects the Honda Passport, Pilot, Ridgeline, and Acura MDX across several model years.
Rear subframe components were not properly painted to prevent corrosion.
Honda is recalling 880,000 SUVs because their rear wheels might fall off. Yikes. Their rear subframes might have been manufactured without adequate paint protection, possibly resulting in poor adhesion and peeling paint. In areas where de-icing salt is used on roads, the subframe may experience premature corrosion.
The recall affects the 2017-2023 Honda Ridgeline, the 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, the 2019-2023 Honda Passport, and the 2014-2020 Acura MDX. Corrosion is occurring at the suspension mounting points, and if it progresses, it will thin the material. This could result in a fracture or failure of the rear suspension.
