The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Honda Ridgeline and Pilot vehicles. The mounting holes for the clip that secures the right center pillar trim panel may be larger than intended. In the event of a crash necessitating right side curtain air bag deployment, the clip may not hold the center pillar trim panel in position and it may potentially interfere with the curtain air bag deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection," and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
The risk
In the event of a crash, if the curtain air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the right center pillar that will securely hold the center pillar trim clip, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is D3D.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 18V-848 (18V848000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | D3D |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Structure › Body › Roof and pillars |
| Report date | November 28, 2018 |
| Owners notified | January 22, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 404 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 18V-848 repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the right center pillar that will securely hold the center pillar trim clip, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 404 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.