2008 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Honda Odyssey — Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut
Published February 17, 2012 · Recall initiated: February 16, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V062000, published February 17, 2012 and initiated February 16, 2012. Recalling firm: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.); 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Honda Odyssey — Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut.
What's the hazard
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 ODYSSEY VEHICLES, THE GAS-FILLED STRUTS THAT HELP TO RAISE AND SUPPORT THE LIFTGATE OF VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM MAY BE PRONE TO EARLY LIFE FAILURES DUE TO A MANUFACTURING FLAW. THE FLAW CAN RESULT IN A LEAK OF THE PRESSURIZED GAS, LEADING TO REDUCED STRUT PERFORMANCE.
What to do
HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH POWER LIFTGATE GAS STRUTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
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Recall details
- Brand
- HONDA
- Model
- ODYSSEY
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Lot
- 2008 HONDA ODYSSEY | 2009 HONDA ODYSSEY
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Honda Odyssey — Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V062000 on February 17, 2012. Reported hazard: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 ODYSSEY VEHICLES, THE GAS-FILLED STRUTS THAT HELP TO RAISE AND SUPPORT THE LIFTGATE OF VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM MAY BE PRONE TO EARLY LIFE FAILURES DUE TO A MANUFACTURING FLAW. THE FLAW CAN RESULT IN A LEAK OF THE PRESSURIZED GAS, LEADING TO REDUCED STRUT PERFORMANCE.
What should I do if I have this product?
HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH POWER LIFTGATE GAS STRUTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HONDA. Model: ODYSSEY.