Over Half a Million of These Hondas Are Recalled

According to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than half a million Honda vehicles have been recalled following numerous reports of rear separation due to corrosion. The recall mentions that salt belt states that use de-icing salt to reduce snow from roads in winter are experiencing problems when cars drive through puddles at high speeds and the salt gets into the back of the frame. Over time, salt can cause corrosion, causing the rear trailing arm to fall off.

According to the recall notice, Honda received 61 complaints that road salt builds up and causes frame corrosion, which can lead to loss of driver control and increase the chance of accidents.

Which Hondas are being recalled?

The recalled SUVs are 2007-2011 CR-Vs sold or registered in 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 and Washington DC.

What to do if your Honda is recalled

According to Honda, you should have your car dealer inspect and install a skid brace or repair a damaged rear frame if necessary, free of charge. For some people, Honda will offer to buy a car if the damage is too severe or the damaged part cannot be removed. Owners must be notified by mail starting May 8th. If you have any questions about a recall, please call Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. The Honda reference number for this review is XDZ.