Recall 10V001 affects 76,000 2006-2007 Honda Ridgeline trucks for an HVAC blower wiring connector fire risk. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 76,000 2006-2007 Ridgeline trucks because the HVAC blower motor wiring connector under the passenger side of the instrument panel is exposed to contact from a front passenger's feet. If the connector overheats and melts insulation, exposed wires can short circuit and start a fire; the Honda dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The HVAC blower motor wiring connector on the 2006-2007 Honda Ridgeline sits under the passenger side of the instrument panel. HVAC means heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. This connector carries electrical power to the blower motor, the fan that moves heated or cooled air through the cabin vents.
On affected Ridgelines, the connector is positioned where a front-seat passenger's feet can kick it. A kicked connector can damage the terminal contact inside the plug. When the terminal contact is damaged, electrical resistance builds heat at the connector. That heat can melt the wire insulation or the connector body.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner can notice the cabin fan stop working, a hot plastic smell near the passenger footwell, or visible melting under the passenger side of the dashboard after the connector has overheated.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2006 and 2007 Ridgeline scope, with the same instrument-panel component listed for both model years.
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | instrument panel |
|---|---|
| 2007 Honda Ridgeline | instrument panel |
| Units affected | 76,000 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific pickup truck.
What's the safety risk?
Melted wiring insulation can leave wires exposed. If those wires touch, the short circuit can start a fire. Because no warning sign is listed, do not wait for a symptom before arranging recall service. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2007 Honda Ridgeline is included in this recall.
- Watch for Honda's owner letter, which was mailed starting March 15, 2010.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask whether recall number 10V001 is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the HVAC blower-motor wiring inspection and protective-cover installation that protects the connector under the passenger side of the instrument panel.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, or give the dealer recall number 10V001 when you call.
- Call Honda at 1-800-999-1009 with questions about the recall or dealer appointment.
What happens at the repair
The known repair is an inspection of the HVAC blower motor wiring connector under the passenger's side of the instrument panel. Once the dealer repair is available, a Honda technician will check the connector for damage, replace it if damage is found, and install a protective cover on every affected vehicle. The cover helps keep a passenger's feet from contacting the connector. Parts and labor will be free under the recall.
Timeline
| January 4, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 15, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V001?
Recall 10V001 covers 76,000 2006-2007 Honda Ridgeline vehicles with an HVAC blower motor wiring connector under the passenger side of the instrument panel. Passenger foot contact can damage the connector, overheat the terminal, and melt wiring insulation. Honda dealers inspect the connector and install a protective cover for free.
What should I do if my 2006-2007 Honda Ridgeline is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Ridgeline is included in recall 10V001. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask for the HVAC blower motor wiring connector inspection, any needed connector replacement, and protective cover installation. Reference recall number 10V001 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the recall defect at no cost. Honda's remedy says dealers inspect the wiring connector, replace it if damaged, and install the protective cover free of charge at a franchised Honda dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from an electrical short circuit. If the wiring insulation melts and exposed wires contact each other, the circuit can short. Honda's repair path is to inspect the connector, replace damaged parts, and add a protective cover.
What if I bought my Honda Ridgeline used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Ridgeline is included, then call a franchised Honda dealer and reference recall number 10V001 for scheduling.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V001000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-800-999-1009 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V001 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V001000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 4, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →