Honda Recalls More Than 880,000 SUVs and Pickups Over Rear Suspension Corrosion Risk

American Honda Motor Co. is recalling more than 880,000 SUVs and pickup trucks across parts of the United States due to a corrosion issue that could lead to rear suspension failure, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

The recall affects 2017-2023 Honda Ridgeline pickups, 2019-2023 Honda Passport SUVs, 2016-2022 Honda Pilot SUVs, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX models sold in select Midwestern and Northeastern states, where road salt is routinely used during winter months. Honda estimates that roughly 1% of the affected vehicles may have the defect.

To address the issue, dealerships will install a rear subframe reinforcement kit at no cost to owners. Technicians will also inspect rear subframe components and perform repairs or replacements when necessary. Honda plans to begin mailing owner notification letters on July 7.

According to documents filed with federal safety regulators, some rear subframe assemblies were produced with coating specifications that did not provide sufficient long-term protection. As a result, paint around the rear suspension mounting points can peel away, exposing metal surfaces to moisture, road salt, and other de-icing chemicals.

Repeated exposure to these elements can accelerate corrosion, potentially weakening the mounting points over time. In severe cases, the corrosion could cause fractures that lead to rear suspension arm failure.

The rear suspension system plays a critical role in maintaining wheel alignment and vehicle stability. If mounting points become compromised, drivers could experience reduced handling performance and a greater risk of a crash. Warning signs may include unusual vibrations, abnormal noises, or changes in vehicle handling.

The affected subframe assemblies were supplied by Georgia-based manufacturer F&P Georgia.

Honda first identified inconsistencies in paint quality during a review conducted in December 2021. The automaker compared supplier production results with internal testing data and launched an investigation into the issue. In response, F&P Georgia updated its pre-paint treatment process in August 2022 and later increased coating thickness in January 2023 to improve durability and manufacturing consistency.

Honda monitored vehicles in both the United States and Canada between late 2022 and 2023, finding no evidence of accelerated corrosion during that period. Additional evaluations were conducted from July through September 2023 with similar results.

The company resumed inspections between February and September 2025. In September of that year, Honda Canada received its first report suggesting a potential corrosion-related failure, prompting a broader review of affected vehicles.

By April 2026, Honda had identified the vehicle population involved in the issue. The recall applies only to vehicles sold in so-called “salt belt” states, including Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, the District of Columbia, and several surrounding areas where winter road salt is commonly used.

Following the investigation, Honda approved the recall on May 28. The automaker said it has not received any U.S. warranty claims, injury reports, or confirmed crashes related to the defect. Honda also noted that it is unaware of similar corrosion concerns in vehicles operated in warmer regions of the country.

Replacement suspension components will feature enhanced corrosion protection, including improved surface preparation and thicker protective coatings designed to increase long-term durability.