Recall 12V-025: 2011–2012 Honda Ridgeline

HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jan 26, 2012, covering about 206 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-025
Report date
Jan 26, 2012
Vehicles affected
206
Owners notified
Feb 10, 2012

The problem

Honda is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 ridgeline vehicles manufactured from august 25, 2011, through november 29, 2011. The spare tire installed in affected vehicles may not match the information on the vehicleâ’s tire information placard. Therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, â“tire selection and rims for motor vehicle.â”

The risk

An incorrect label could lead to improper tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tire and if necessary, exchange the spare tire assembly or replace the tire information placard free of charge. The safety recall began on february 10, 2012. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
ComponentEquipment › Other › Labels
Tires
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V025000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Honda Ridgeline2011, 2012All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-025?

Honda is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 ridgeline vehicles manufactured from august 25, 2011, through november 29, 2011. The spare tire installed in affected vehicles may not match the information on the vehicleâ’s tire information placard. Therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, â“tire selection and rims for motor vehicle.â”

How is recall 12V-025 fixed?

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tire and if necessary, exchange the spare tire assembly or replace the tire information placard free of charge. The safety recall began on february 10, 2012. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.