Overview
- The agency opened a preliminary evaluation on August 20 after 414 complaints of connecting-rod bearing failures in 3.5-liter V6 engines.
- The probe covers 2016–2020 Acura MDX, 2018–2020 Acura TLX, 2016–2020 Honda Pilot, 2018–2020 Honda Odyssey, and 2017–2019 Honda Ridgeline models.
- Regulators estimate 1,410,806 vehicles could be affected, with risks that include stalling, engine seizure, fire, or crash.
- Combined reports from NHTSA and American Honda total about 3,012 incidents, including seven crashes or fires with no injuries reported.
- Honda has not announced a new recall as investigators evaluate the scope, severity, and potential safety implications.