- Honda is recalling 880,000 SUVs because their rear wheels may fall off due to rust.
- This recall affects the Honda Passport, Pilot, Ridgeline and Acura MDX across multiple model years.
- Rear subframe components were not properly painted to prevent rust.
Honda is recalling 880,000 SUVs because their rear wheels may fall off. Oh. The subframes behind them may have been manufactured without adequate paint protection, possibly resulting in poor adhesion and paint peeling. In areas where de-icing salt is used on roads, the subframe may experience premature corrosion.
The recall affects the 2017-2023 Honda Ridgeline, 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2019-2023 Honda Passport and 2014-2020 Acura MDX. Rust is forming at the suspension mounting points, and if it grows, it will thin the material. This could result in a fracture or failure of the rear suspension.
according to recall reportThe rear wheels may be misaligned or “inadequately maintained”, which is engineer-term for your wheels falling off. This may affect the car’s handling and braking performance, increasing the risk of an accident.
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honda recall timeline
Honda first became aware of a potential problem with the rear subframe in December 2021. That’s when he realized there was a difference in paint quality between the supplier’s and Honda’s testing conditions and started investigating.
Between November 2022 and September 2025, Honda monitored and surveyed vehicles in the US and Canadian markets for potential problems. Honda Canada received the first report on September 5, 2025.
Honda analyzed the affected vehicles over the next several months and decided to safely extend the recall in May 2026. The automaker is unaware of any warranty claims related to this issue and has no reports of any injuries or deaths
Honda will direct owners to take their vehicles to a dealer where a service technician will install a reinforcement kit and repair or replace any subframe components as needed. New components have improved the paint and increased the coating thickness.
Motor1’s Opinion: Honda’s latest recall shows that there is an advantage to ensuring the quality of your product. If Honda had not discovered nearly five years ago that the supplier had painted parts outside of standard, it might have known there was a potential problem. It is far better to go to the dealer first than to the emergency room.
