Torrance, CA – July 9, 2023 – Honda (NYSE:HMC) is recalling close to 1.2 million vehicles over a problem with the rearview camera display. This ups the risk of a crash, injury or property damage.
The following vehicles are affected by this recall:
- 2018 – 2023 Honda Odyssey
- 2019 – 2023 Honda Passport
- 2019 – 2022 Honda Pilot
Recall summary
When the reverse gear is engaged, the dashboard shows a video feed of the vehicle’s rear. That feed is powered by a cable which, due to a supplier error, was improperly designed in the affected vehicles. That may result in poor or lost video feeds.
Recall risks
All risks caused by a defective rearview camera connection are explained in this article about a similar Ford recall.
Warning signs
Users may observe “crackling sounds” coming from the audio display unit. The display may also noticeably flicker while in use.
Other Honda recalls
In December 2022, Honda recalled over 117,000 2017–2019 Ridgeline pickup trucks over a similar issue.
Just yesterday, there was a Honda Pilot recall due to the risk of brake failure, as reported. The recall also included other vehicles.
The repair
Dealers will replace the cable free of charge.
Owners will be notified by August 2, 2023.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
Nearly 1.2 million vehicles are affected by this Honda rearview camera recall. To do a Honda recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
