Honda Odyssey recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 27, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalls 2011–2016 Honda Odyssey

Recall number

16V933000

Brand / firm

Honda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 633,753 units

Why it was recalled

An unlocked second row outboard seat increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.

What was recalled

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2010, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have second row outboard seats that have a release lever that allows the seats to move for easier access to the third row of seats. This release lever may remain in the unlocked position allowing the seats to move unexpectedly.

What to do

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional bracket and spring to both second row outboard seats, free of charge. Interim letter has been mailed, and a second notification will be sent . Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KD5.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.