After six reported fires under the dash board of the 2006-2007 Honda Ridgeline and an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), it was determined that there was no defect with the H.V.A.C. fan motor connector.

Honda decided to investigate the problem by themselves, based on consumer complaints, and found that if the electrical harness was kicked by accident, it could short circuit and start a fire. Honda concluded that a short circuit would probably “self-extinguish,” but that a fire was possible, and it decided to recall.

The recall will affect 2006-2007 Ridgeline vehicles manufactured between January 17, 2005 and June 7, 2006. If you own one of these, your local Honda dealer will inspect the wiring, replace it if necessary, and fit a protective cover for the wiring, free of charge.