Water may leak into rear wiring harness
Defect Summary
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain model year 2017 ridgeline awd vehicles manufactured april 1, 2016, to august 11, 2016. water may enter the rear wiring harness through the connector located under the truck bed drain hole, possibly causing the connection terminals to corrode.
Safety Consequence
Corrosion of the wiring harness can cause increased electrical resistance, unexpectedly activating the vehicle stability assist (vsa) system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear wiring harness and related components, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. honda's number for this recall is kd3.
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FAQ: Recall 16V888000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V888000?
NHTSA recall 16V888000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on December 9, 2016. It addresses: Water may leak into rear wiring harness. The recall affects approximately 9,179 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V888000 or the manufacturer campaign number KD3. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.