NHTSA Complaint #11712585 — 2017 HONDA RIDGELINE
ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11712585 |
| Vehicle | 2017 HONDA RIDGELINE |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | N/A miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | CA |
Consumer Description
The engine in my 2017 Honda Ridgeline started making an unusual noise coming from the engine. My mechanic completed testing and said that the piston rod bearing was failing. He suggested taking into the Honda dealer and they also confirmed it was the piston rod. The VIN was apparently not included the current recall so they suggested that we replace the motor. It is unclear why all the engines weren't recalled but there is obviously a problem with Ridgelines not included in the recall. My mechanic indicated that it is a safety problem when the piston rod fails. He also indicated that it's just a matter of time until it fails..
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