Recent events
Recent events tied to this brand in public sources.
Back to profile202 entries · Page 7 of 11
2020
Honda recalls nearly 500,000 vehicles over rearview-camera software issue
Honda is recalling certain 2019–2021 Pilot, 2019–2020 Odyssey and 2019–2020 Passport vehicles because incorrect central network software programming may delay or prevent the rearview-camera image from displaying, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. The recall covers 499,342 vehicles; Honda said owners would be notified that a free software update was available.
2020
Honda recalls certain Odyssey, Passport and Pilot vehicles
Honda is recalling certain 2018–2020 Odyssey, 2019–2020 Passport and 2019–2021 Pilot vehicles because incorrect instrument panel control module software can prevent critical information or the rearview camera image from displaying. Honda said it would notify owners and dealers would reprogram the software free of charge.
2020
Honda plans recalls affecting more than 600,000 vehicles in North America
A report said Honda would recall more than 600,000 Odyssey, Passport and other vehicles in the North American market for technical defects, including instrument-display, rear-camera and sliding-door issues.
2020
Honda Atlas Cars offers 14% discount on repairs and maintenance
Honda Atlas Cars announced a 14% discount on general repairs and periodic maintenance, available at Honda 3S dealerships from August 5 through August 13, 2020.
2020
Honda announces recalls for software and vehicle defects
Honda announced recalls affecting 608,000 vans and SUVs for faulty software that could disrupt vehicle displays or prevent backup-camera images from appearing. The article also reports two other recalls announced by Honda for certain Odyssey vehicles with distorted backup-camera images or a sliding-door latching problem. The main recalls were scheduled to begin September 23; owners would be notified and could have the software reprogrammed by a dealer.
2020
Honda Canada recalls 53,770 vehicles
Honda Canada announced a voluntary recall of 53,770 vehicles in Canada, covering specified 2018–2021 Odyssey, Passport and Pilot models, for repairs addressing issues including water entering door-handle cables and distorting the rear-view camera. Honda said there had been no reports of related crashes or injuries.
2020
Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan announces car price increases
Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan announced price increases across its car lineup, ranging from Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 100,000, with the revised prices scheduled to take effect on August 10, 2020.
2020
Honda and Gift of the Givers partner on generator support for healthcare services
Honda Motor Southern Africa is donating mobile generators to support South African healthcare services during the COVID-19 pandemic. The project is operated in partnership with Gift of the Givers Foundation, which will coordinate delivery to health-service locations in need.
2020
Honda takes a stake in CATL
Honda formally became a shareholder in CATL. The headline reports that Honda invested 3.7 billion yuan.
2020
Honda dealers offer discounts on registered two-wheelers
Honda dealers offered registered, unused two-wheelers as used vehicles at discounted prices through Honda’s online booking facility.
2020
Honda Australia recalls more than 22,000 vehicles over a fuel-pump fault
Honda Australia announced a recall affecting more than 22,000 cars across eight models in Australia. The recall concerns a faulty fuel pump that could stall the engine while driving or prevent it from starting, increasing the risk of an accident and serious injury.
2020
Honda launches BS6-compliant Civic diesel
Honda launched the BS6-compliant Civic diesel in India, available in VX and ZX trims with prices starting at Rs 20.75 lakh.
2020
Honda and CATL sign strategic battery partnership
Honda and CATL signed a strategic cooperation agreement covering joint development, stable supply, and recycling of power batteries for new-energy vehicles. The agreement also includes Honda’s planned subscription for about a 1% stake in CATL’s private placement.
2020
Honda launches BS-VI diesel Civic
Honda Cars India launched a BS-VI-compliant turbo-diesel variant of the Civic in India, with prices starting at Rs 20.75 lakh ex-showroom in Delhi.
2020
PureCars receives Honda HDCX certification
PureCars announced that it had been certified as an official provider of digital advertising for Honda's HDCX Program.
2020
Honda announces RC30 factory restoration program
Honda announced a factory Refresh Plan for the 1987–90 VFR750R, also known as the RC30. The program includes remaking parts and plans for a Motorcycle Refresh Center at Honda’s Kumamoto plant; applications in Japan are to begin on July 28.
2020
Honda announces plans to discontinue Civic sales in Japan
Honda decided to stop selling the Civic model line in Japan in August 2020. The article says European-market hatchback and Type R versions would continue to be sold.
2020
Four automakers recall vehicles in Vietnam
Ford, Honda, Mitsubishi and VinFast recalled a total of 35,025 vehicles in Vietnam to address faults involving fuel pumps, airbags, transmission and seat-belt tensioners.
2020
Honda announces recall of 65,651 vehicles in India
Honda Cars India Limited announced a voluntary preventive recall of 65,651 vehicles manufactured in 2018 because defective fuel-pump impellers could cause the engine to stop or fail to start. It said it would contact affected owners and replace the pumps free of charge, with replacements starting in a phased manner from June 20, 2020.
2020
Cyberattack disrupts Honda plant operations
A cyberattack affecting Honda's internal servers and systems disrupted operations at motorcycle plants in Brazil and India. A four-wheel vehicle plant in Turkey resumed operations on Wednesday, and Honda said it was still investigating details.