Honda recalls 724,826 Passport, Pilot, Ridgeline vehicles over loose hood

Emmanuel Akosile | ConsumerConnect

American Honda Motor Company is recalling 724,826 model year 2019 Passports, model year 2016-2019 Pilots, and model year 2017-2020 Ridgelines.

The automobile manufacturer said that the hood latch striker may become damaged and separate from the hood, which can result in the hood opening while the vehicle is being driven, agency report noted.

A hood that opens while the vehicle is being driven can obstruct the driver’s view and increase the risk of a crash, said Honda.

In regard to what to do in correcting the error, the company stated that dealers would  either repair the hood latch striker or replace the hood, if necessary, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 17, 2022.

Meanwhile, affected vehicle owners may contact Honda Customer Service on (888) 234-2138, and Honda’s number for this recall is PBV.