Honda recalls 112,000 vehicles in U.S.

According to foreign media reports, Honda is recalling 112,060 vehicles in the United States after discovering a frame defect that could increase the risk of fire.

The vehicles affected by this recall are 2006 to 2014 Honda Ridgeline models sold or registered in the U.S. "Salt Belt" regions where deicers are applied to roads during winter.

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The recalled states include Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire , New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Washington, D.C.

Honda said an investigation showed that de-icer and other debris had accumulated on the rear frame where the fuel tank was mounted, possibly causing corrosion and separation of the mounting strip.If the fuel tank is damaged, there may be a risk of fuel leakage and fire.

Honda said in a statement on June 21 that it had not received any reports of fuel leaks or injuries related to the defect.Remedial action will be determined based on the degree of corrosion in the frame, and Honda will "discuss buying back the vehicle on a case-by-case basis."The company notified dealers on June 17 and will start notifying owners on August 1.