It’s happened a thousand times before, you received an email about a recall, but it was hiding in the trash folder. Only after you call roadside assistance do you find out you could have avoided having pieces of your transmission scattered across the road by responding to that recall.
Has Honda issued any recalls for the 2018 Honda Odyssey?
Yes, several, in fact. Some of these include:
- Door latches may freeze, preventing the doors from closing securely
- Overloaded instrument panel may be distracting
- Instrument panel software programming issue
- Transmission Control rebooting can damage the transmission
Thankfully, in this article, we’ll cover each of the 2018 Honda Odyssey recalls, along with a few simple steps to find the answers you need about each.
Sliding Door Outer Handle Cable
NHTSA Recall ID: 20V-437
- What is the recall for? Moisture between the outer door handle and the power sliding door may leak onto the plastic boot that protects the door handle cable.
- How can it affect the vehicle? Small gaps that allow for moisture intrusion may form in small gaps in the plastic boot. When this freezes, the outer door handle cable may stick in the open position. This restricts both the front and rear latches from securely latching to the door strikers.
- Which models were affected? 2018-2020 model year Odyssey vehicles.
- Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? If a power sliding door is improperly latched, it can unintentionally open while operating the vehicle, risking injury for occupants.
- How is the recall resolved? Any authorized Honda dealer can repair your vehicle for free.
Multimodal Gauge Control Module SW Update (Noncompliance)
NHTSA Recall ID: 20V-439
- What is the recall for? Overloaded instrument panels due to inappropriate software programming.
- How can it affect the vehicle? An overload can cause instrument panels to fail to display information such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position as required by FMVSS 101.
- Which models were affected? 2018-2020 model year Odyssey, 2019-2020 model year Passport, and 2019-2021 model year Pilot vehicles.
- Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? If ignored, it can increase the risk of crashes.
- How is the recall resolved? Any authorized Honda dealer can reprogram the instrument panel control module. Make an appointment with your preferred authorized Honda dealer for free service.
Third Row Power Outlet
NHTSA Recall ID: 20V-066
- What is the recall for? Improper wiring in the third-row accessory panel.
- How can it affect the vehicle? Potential short circuit.
- Which models were affected? All 2018 – 2019 and some 2020 model year Odyssey EX-L, Odyssey Touring, and Odyssey Elite vehicles.
- Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? Increased risk of fire.
- How is the recall resolved? Any authorized Honda dealer can inspect your vehicle for an exposed wire in the third-row seat accessory power socket. If no wiring is showing, it will be reinforced with electrical tape and rerouted.
10AT Trans Replacement Park Logic
NHTSA Recall ID: 19V-299
- What is the recall for? Degraded batteries or loose battery terminal connection(s).
- How can it affect the vehicle? It may cause the Transmission Control Unit to reboot and shift the transmission to Park. Should this occur while driving, the parking gear can be damaged, causing an inability to secure the vehicle without application of the Electronic Parking Brake after shifting into Park.
- Which models were affected? Some 2018-2019 model year Odyssey vehicles.
- Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? An increased risk of a crash and/or personal injury.
- How is the recall resolved? Any authorized Honda dealer can tighten the battery terminals to specification and update the Transmission Control Unit software programming. Resolution may also include replacing the transmission for free if damaged.
Power Sliding Door Latches
NHTSA Recall ID: 18V-795
- What is the recall for? Failure of sliding door mechanical components.
- How can it affect the vehicle? It can cause the power sliding doors to stick, causing them to not close completely.
- Which models were affected? 2018 – 2019 model year Odyssey vehicles.
- Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? The sliding doors can unintentionally open while driving, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- How is the recall resolved? Any authorized Honda dealer can repair your vehicle. Make an appointment with your preferred authorized Honda dealer to replace the left and right power sliding door rear latch assemblies for free.
HR-V & 2017-19 C Soft or Low Brake
NHTSA Recall ID: 18V-777
- What is the recall for? The rear brake pistons were coated with disproportionate amounts of hydrogen.
- How can it affect the vehicle? It may cause the brakes to release prematurely.
- Which models were affected? 2016, 2018, and 2019 HR-V, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles.
- Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? Yes, an increased possibility of a crash due to a lack of prior warning of brake failure.
- How is the recall resolved? Any authorized Honda dealer can bleed the brake system to remove any hydrogen gas for free.
Third Row Control Seat Belt Tongue
NHTSA Recall ID: 17V-397
- What is the recall for? The third-row center seat buckles that may fail to latch.
- Which models were affected? Some 2018 Odysseys.
- Are there risks if you fail to have the problem corrected? Ignoring this recall may increase the risk of injury for occupants of the third-row center seat.
- How is the recall resolved? Any authorized Honda dealer can inspect and replace the third-row seat belt if needed.
