Recall 21V165 affects 1,093 2019-2020 Honda Pilot and Passport vehicles with overcured tires. Honda dealers inspect all 4 tires and replace affected tires for free.
Honda is recalling 1,093 2019-2020 Pilot and Passport SUVs equipped with Continental tires because one or more tires were overcured during production. An overcured tire can break in the sidewall, lose air suddenly, or separate at the belt edge, and Honda dealers will inspect and replace affected tires free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tires on the 2019-2020 Honda Pilot and Passport carry the vehicle's weight, keep the tread in contact with the road, and absorb heat and load as the SUV turns, brakes, and accelerates. The CrossContact LX Sport tire is built with a sidewall carcass and tread belt package, the internal structure that holds the tire's shape and keeps the tread attached.
On affected vehicles, Continental tires were cured too long during production. That extra curing changes the tire structure and leaves it vulnerable to a sidewall carcass break, which can cause sudden air loss, or belt edge separation, where the tread and belt start to separate from the tire body. Either failure reduces tire integrity while the vehicle is moving.
Owners can notice visible localized tread wear, excessive vibration, or bulging in the tread area before failure. If you notice those signs, use that language when calling a Honda dealer about recall 21V165.
Who's affected?
Pilot and Passport SUVs are included for both the 2019 and 2020 model years, with the same tire part family tied to each.
| 2020 Honda Pilot | tire |
|---|---|
| 2020 Honda Passport | tire |
| 2019 Honda Pilot | tire |
| 2019 Honda Passport | tire |
| Units affected | 1,093 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Overcured tires can break in the sidewall, lose air suddenly, separate at the belt edge, or lose tread, increasing the risk of loss of control, crash, or injury. Watch for localized tread wear, excessive vibration, or bulging in the tread area, and schedule inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2020 Honda Pilot or Passport is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free inspection of all four Continental tires and replacement of any affected tire.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V165 and Honda recall UA2 when you call.
- Avoid unnecessary driving until the dealer inspects the tires and completes any needed replacement.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician inspects all four tires on the affected Pilot or Passport and replaces any tire covered by the recall that needs replacement. The inspection and any required tire replacement are free under the recall. Honda uses its general reimbursement plan for owners who already paid out of pocket for a related tire repair before the recall notice. Keep your invoices and repair paperwork, then ask Honda customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 11, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 12, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| March 12, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 19, 2021 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 19, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 22, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V165?
Recall 21V165 covers 1,093 2019-2020 Honda Pilot and Passport vehicles equipped with Continental tires that were cured too long during tire production. Overcured tires can develop sidewall breaks, sudden air loss, or tread/belt loss, which can cause loss of vehicle control. Honda dealers inspect all 4 tires and replace affected tires for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2020 Honda Pilot or Passport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 21V165. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the tire inspection. Reference recall number 21V165 and Honda recall number UA2 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Honda's remedy says dealers will inspect all 4 tires and replace affected tires free of charge. Use a franchised Honda dealer for the recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control. Honda's filing for recall 21V165 says overcured tires can develop a break in the sidewall, sudden air loss, belt edge separation, or tread/belt loss, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
When did Honda start this recall repair?
Honda began this recall on April 22, 2021. Since the remedy is available, a franchised Honda dealer can inspect the tires and replace affected tires as needed. Owners can also contact American Honda Motor Co. customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V165000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V165 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V165000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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