American Honda Motor Company controversies
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2021
Honda recalls about 725,000 vehicles over hood defect
Recall announced
Honda announced a recall of about 725,000 SUVs and pickup trucks because faulty hoods could open while the vehicles were moving, potentially obstructing drivers' view and increasing crash risk. Dealers would repair the hood latch or replace the hood for free if required.
Company response
Remediation — Honda
Dealers will either repair the hood latch or replace the hood for free, if required.
Source excerpt
Dealers will either repair the hood latch or replace the hood for free, if required.
The recall is being done because certain models of Honda vehicles have a "hood that opens while driving that can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash," said the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
TORRANCE, California: Honda is recalling some 725,000 SUVs and pick-up trucks due to faulty hoods that could open while vehicles are moving.