Nearly Half A Million Honda Pilots Recalled In Major SUV And Truck Recall

Surprising Fact

All of the vehicles impacted by the recall were sold in the so-called “salt belt,” the region of the U.S. where roadways are frequently treated with de-icing salt during the winter months. Some of the vehicles sold might face “premature paint peeling,” an NHTSA found, which could cause premature corrosion in regions that rely heavily on road salt. Drivers of impacted vehicles should watch for “abnormal noise or vibration” coming from their rear suspensions as a warning sign for a potentially corroding subframe, the NHTSA said, and monitor changes in how their vehicle handles.

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What to Watch For

Notification letters for owners of impacted vehicles are expected to be mailed by July 7, the NHTSA said. Owners will then be asked to take their vehicles to authorized Honda or Acura dealers to install a reinforcement kit and repair or replace any damaged components.

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