Honda just recalled 1.2 million vehicles: Here’s what to know if yours is one of them

American Honda Motor Co. is recalling nearly 1.2 million of its vehicles due to a safety issue that could prevent the vehicle’s rear camera from displaying an image on the dashboard’s screen (via NewsNation). Here’s what you need to know:

What’s happened? Honda has announced a safety recall for 1,198,280 of its vehicles in the United States.
Which Hondas are part of the recall? Affected models include the 2018-2023 Honda Odyssey, the 2019-2023 Honda Passport, and the 2019-2022 Honda Pilot.
Why are the vehicles being recalled? In all cases, there is a fault with the coaxial cable connector attached to the Media Oriented Systems Transport system in the vehicles. Due to the faulty cable, the rearview camera image may not show on the display inside the car, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration letter dated June 22, 2023.
Why is this a safety issue? Because the driver of the vehicle may not be able to see what is behind them via the car’s rear camera. As the NHTSA notes in its letter, “A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver’s rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.”
What happens now? Under the terms of the recall, Honda will replace the faulty components for free. The NHTSA says that owners of affected Honda vehicles will receive a notification letter from the carmaker outlining the recall details. That letter is expected to be mailed by July 24, 2023.
What if I have questions or concerns before then? You can call Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda’s recall numbers for this issue are EEL and ZEM.