Recall 18V848 covers 404 2019 Honda Ridgeline and Pilot vehicles for pillar trim that can block curtain air bags. Repair is free at Honda dealers.
Honda is recalling 404 2019 Ridgeline and Pilot vehicles because oversized mounting holes can keep the right center pillar trim clip from holding the trim in place during side curtain air bag deployment. In a crash, that trim can interfere with air bag deployment and increase injury risk, and Honda dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The right center pillar trim panel in the 2019 Honda Ridgeline and Pilot is the interior cover on the vertical body pillar between the doors. A clip holds that panel in position so the trim stays out of the path of the right side curtain air bag during deployment.
On affected vehicles, the mounting hole for that clip was made larger than intended. Honda traced the problem to a die mold repair that left burrs in the sheet metal; removing those burrs with grinding tools enlarged the hole. With less grip at the clip, the trim panel can come loose in a crash and interfere with the curtain air bag as it deploys.
There is no warning sign before failure. The trim issue is tied to how the roof side rail area was manufactured, so an owner is not expected to hear, feel, or see a reliable symptom before a crash event.
Who's affected?
Covers the Ridgeline pickup and Pilot SUV, tied to the same body-structure component.
| 2019 Honda Ridgeline | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2019 Honda Pilot | body structure |
| Units affected | 404 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
If the curtain air bag does not deploy as intended in a crash, injury risk increases. Keep using normal seat belts and schedule the repair soon, since the issue affects crash protection rather than everyday driving feel. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Honda Ridgeline or Pilot is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free right center pillar bracket installation that secures the trim clip so the curtain air bag can deploy as intended.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V848 when you call.
- Ask Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 about Honda recall D3D if the dealer cannot confirm the appointment.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician installs a bracket on the right center pillar so the center pillar trim clip is held securely. That bracket keeps the trim panel in position as designed. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Honda. Honda is not offering a separate reimbursement program because the limited new vehicle warranty already covered this repair without owner payment. If you have prior repair paperwork, ask the service desk how the warranty coverage applies.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| November 28, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 29, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| November 29, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 22, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 25, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 25, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V848?
Recall 18V848 covers 404 2019 Honda Ridgeline and Pilot vehicles with right center pillar trim clip mounting holes that were made larger than intended. In a crash requiring right-side curtain air bag deployment, the trim panel can interfere with deployment and increase injury risk. Honda dealers install a securing bracket for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Honda Ridgeline or Pilot is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 18V848. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask for the right center pillar trim bracket repair. Reference Honda recall number D3D when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Honda dealers install the right center pillar bracket free of charge. The bracket secures the center pillar trim clip so it does not interfere with right-side curtain air bag deployment.
Is it safe to drive my Honda Ridgeline or Pilot before the repair?
Recall 18V848 does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety risk applies in a crash requiring right-side curtain air bag deployment, where the trim panel can interfere with the air bag and increase injury risk. Confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my Honda Ridgeline or Pilot used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to honor an open safety recall regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2019 Honda Ridgeline or Pilot is included, then call a franchised Honda dealer with recall number D3D.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V848000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V848 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V848000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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