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Honda Odyssey third-row outlet wiring can overheat

NHTSA campaign 20V066000 · Reported 2020-02-06 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

critical How serious is it? About this label

Serious, because the notice names fire as the risk; the notice does not tell owners to stop driving or park outside, but get it inspected promptly.

What's wrong, in plain English

The bundle of wires that feeds the power outlet by the third-row seat can get pinched between the body of the van and the rear trim panel. Over time the squeezed wires can be damaged and short out. A short that comes and goes can make the wire bundle get very hot, and Honda says that raises the chance of a fire. Dealers will inspect the wiring and replace it, or tape and reroute it if it looks undamaged.

What you should do

1. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your vehicle is included.
2. Call your Honda dealer or Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 and ask about recall T6U.
3. The dealer inspects and repairs or replaces the wiring free of charge.

Affected vehicles (3)

2018 Honda Odyssey
2019 Honda Odyssey
2020 Honda Odyssey

Who to contact

Honda — official Honda recall lookup

Customer service: 1-888-234-2138

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Why do Honda electrical recalls keep causing power and lighting failures? · all 12 Honda recalls in this area

Official notice

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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.
Safety risk: 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.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.