Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) | NHTSA Recall #20E068000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20E068000 by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.). Includes 151,343 affected units, Tonneau Cover Panel May Detach from Vehicle, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling all honda genuine accessory tonneau covers, part number 08z07-t6z-100f, sold for installation on 2017-2020 ridgeline trucks. if the tonneau cover is not properly secured in the open or closed position, wind resistance may cause the cover to flip and buckle. if this occurs, the hinges between the center and rear panel may deform, possibly allowing the rear panel to separate from the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify all registered owners of 2017-2020 honda ridgelines, and dealers will install tethers onto any honda genuine accessory tonneau cover to prevent panel separation and apply warning labels, free of charge. in addition, an updated accessory user's information manual will be provided. the recall began october 26, 2020. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. honda's number for this recall is f8m.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20E068000

Manufacturer: Honda (american Honda Motor Co.)

Report Received Date: 2020-09-17T00:00:00

Subject: Tonneau cover panel may detach from vehicle

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 151,343

Details

MFR Campaign Number: F8M

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling all honda genuine accessory tonneau covers, part number 08z07-t6z-100f, sold for installation on 2017-2020 ridgeline trucks. if the tonneau cover is not properly secured in the open or closed position, wind resistance may cause the cover to flip and buckle. if this occurs, the hinges between the center and rear panel may deform, possibly allowing the rear panel to separate from the vehicle.

Consequence Summary: A separated panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash or injury.

Corrective Action: Honda will notify all registered owners of 2017-2020 honda ridgelines, and dealers will install tethers onto any honda genuine accessory tonneau cover to prevent panel separation and apply warning labels, free of charge. in addition, an updated accessory user's information manual will be provided. the recall began october 26, 2020. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. honda's number for this recall is f8m.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 63.57

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