HONDA RIDGELINE (2020) recall — Equipment
Honda recalls 2017-2020 Ridgeline trucks with unsecured tonneau covers that may separate, causing road hazards and crashes. Owners must get free tethers installed by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A separated panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
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What happened, in plain English
Honda is recalling tonneau covers for 2017-2020 Ridgeline trucks that could separate due to improper installation. This separation risk may cause crashes or injuries if the cover flips and buckles. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79607-honda-ridgeline-2017-2020-tonneau-cover-recall-panel-separation-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/79607-honda-ridgeline-2017-2020-tonneau-cover-recall-panel-separation-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20E068000
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“Honda Ridgeline 2017-2020 Tonneau Cover Recall: Panel Separation Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79607-honda-ridgeline-2017-2020-tonneau-cover-recall-panel-separation-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #20E068000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20E068000).
Why it’s dangerous
If the tonneau cover isn't properly secured, wind resistance can cause it to flip and buckle. This may deform the hinges between the center and rear panels, potentially allowing the rear panel to separate from the vehicle.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017-2020 Honda Ridgeline trucks with the Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Cover (part number 08Z07-T6Z-100F) are affected. Drivers using the cover without proper installation are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2017-2020 Honda Ridgeline has the Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Cover (part number 08Z07-T6Z-100F). The recall started October 26, 2020.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Honda Customer Service
Call 1-888-234-2138 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a free tether installation.
Get Free Tethers Installed
Dealers will install tethers to prevent panel separation and apply warning labels at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Honda will notify all registered owners of 2017-2020 Honda Ridgelines, and dealers will install tethers onto any Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Cover to prevent panel separation and apply warning labels, free of charge. In addition, an updated accessory user's information manual will be provided. The recall began October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is F8M.
Questions people ask
What is the part number for the recalled tonneau cover?
The part number is 08Z07-T6Z-100F.
When did this recall start?
The recall began October 26, 2020.
How can I prevent panel separation?
Ensure the tonneau cover is properly secured in both open and closed positions to avoid wind resistance causing it to flip and buckle.
Contact Honda
We’ve drafted a message you can send Honda to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20E068000 — Honda Honda Hello, I own a Honda that is covered by recall 20E068000 from Honda. The official recall notice states: Honda will notify all registered owners of 2017-2020 Honda Ridgelines, and dealers will install tethers onto any Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Cover to prevent panel separation and apply warning labels, free of charge. In addition, an updated accessory user's information manual will be provided. The recall began October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is F8M. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #20E068000 (September 17, 2020)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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