The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has closed an investigation into rear-view camera failures affecting Honda Ridgeline pickups, deciding not to require a second recall for vehicles that had already received an earlier repair.

The probe began in 2024 after reports suggested that some of the 129,092 Ridgelines included in a 2022 recall could still experience camera problems. NHTSA elevated the matter to an engineering analysis in February 2025, creating the possibility of another recall if the original remedy was found to be inadequate.

Why the Ridgeline was recalled

The original recall covered 2017-2019 Ridgeline models. Honda identified a problem with the wiring harness for the rear-view camera, which was protected by corrugated tubing that could bend and wear over time. The company also found that the zip ties securing the tubing might not have been tight enough to keep it in position.

Dealers addressed the issue by installing a replacement harness with more protective tubing and securing it with tighter zip ties.

NHTSA’s investigation findings

During the investigation, NHTSA’s Vehicle Research and Test Center evaluated affected Ridgelines, surveyed owners and inspected vehicles reported to have experienced camera problems after the recall repair.

The agency found no new rear-view camera failures caused by damage to the wiring harness. Testing also indicated that the affected component should not fail within a reasonable vehicle life span.

Based on those findings, NHTSA closed the investigation without requiring Honda to conduct a second recall.