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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 10V001000

2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2007 Honda Ridgeline — Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

Published January 4, 2010 · Recall initiated: January 4, 2010

Summary

NHTSA records recall 10V001000, published January 4, 2010. Recalling firm: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.); 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2007 Honda Ridgeline — Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel.

What's the hazard

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 AND 2007 RIDGELINE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 17, 2005, AND JUNE 7, 2006. A WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR FOR THE HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) BLOWER MOTOR LOCATED UNDER THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL MAY BE ACCESSIBLE TO KICKING BY THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER'S FEET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CONNECTOR TERMINAL MAY OVERHEAT, AND THIS MAY CAUSE THE WIRE INSULATION TO MELT OR THE WIRING CONNECTOR TO MELT.

What to do

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF THE WIRING CONNECTOR IS DAMAGED IT WILL BE REPLACED AND ALL VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE PROTECTIVE COVER INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

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Recall details

Brand
HONDA
Model
RIDGELINE
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Lot
2006 HONDA RIDGELINE | 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2007 Honda Ridgeline — Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 10V001000 on January 4, 2010. Reported hazard: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 AND 2007 RIDGELINE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 17, 2005, AND JUNE 7, 2006. A WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR FOR THE HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) BLOWER MOTOR LOCATED UNDER THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL MAY BE ACCESSIBLE TO KICKING BY THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER'S FEET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CONNECTOR TERMINAL MAY OVERHEAT, AND THIS MAY CAUSE THE WIRE INSULATION TO MELT OR THE WIRING CONNECTOR TO MELT.

What should I do if I have this product?

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF THE WIRING CONNECTOR IS DAMAGED IT WILL BE REPLACED AND ALL VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE PROTECTIVE COVER INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HONDA. Model: RIDGELINE.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)