HONDA ODYSSEY 2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V066000

Make Model Year
HONDA ODYSSEY 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-03-16 2020-02-06 2020-02-07

Production Dates: 2017-05-09 - 2017-06-01

Manufacturers Involved: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: T6U

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 241339

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Honda "American Honda Motor Co." is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. The wire harness for the third row seat accessory power outlet may get pinched between the unibody and rear trim panel, possibly damaging the wires and causing an electrical short.

Consequence

An intermittent electrical short could overheat the wire harness, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row seat accessory power outlet wire harness for damage, replacing it as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and re-route the harness. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T6U.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.