Engine Cooling System problems of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a popping sound coming from the engine compartment while attempting to accelerate. Additionally, there was a burning odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle rod bearings failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 23v751000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.