Honda Pilot recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 31, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalls 2019–2020 Honda Pilot, Passport

Recall number

19V784000

Brand / firm

Honda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 10 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may provide inadequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of an injury.

What was recalled

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Pilot and 2019 Passport vehicles. The front frame left and right side upper members may not have been welded completely to the unibody. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 219, "Windshield Zone Intrusion."

What to do

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle for missing welds, free of charge. If the vehicle is identified as missing welds, the dealer will offer to repurchase the vehicle or provide a similar replacement vehicle. Owner notification began November 6 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X6J.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.