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Braun-modified Honda Odyssey may leak fuel and burn

NHTSA campaign 21V010000 · Reported 2021-01-14 · Braun Corporation

critical How serious is it? About this label

This is serious because a fuel leak can lead to a fire, though the notice does not tell owners to stop driving or to park the van outside.

What's wrong, in plain English

Braun is recalling certain 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey vans that Braun modified. The replacement fuel tank Braun installed can overfill, pushing gasoline into the charcoal canister, a small container that is meant to catch fuel vapor rather than liquid fuel. If enough gasoline collects in it, fuel can leak out of the van. Leaking gasoline near anything hot or sparking can start a fire. Dealers will inspect the van and replace parts if needed, free.

What you should do

1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your van is covered.
2. Call Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359 or your dealer to arrange the inspection.
3. If a fuel leak is found, a new fuel tank and charcoal canister are installed at no charge.

Affected vehicles (4)

2018 Honda Odyssey
2019 Honda Odyssey
2020 Honda Odyssey
2021 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 fuel pumps and fuel lines keep getting recalled? · all 14 Honda recalls in this area

Official notice

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Summary: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Braun-modified Honda Odyssey vehicles. The fuel tank assembly installed by Braun may be susceptible to the fuel tank overfilling into the charcoal canister. If the charcoal canister fills with a sufficient amount of fuel, fuel may leak out.
Safety risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: Braun will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles. If evidence of a fuel leak is present, a new fuel tank assembly and a new Honda charcoal canister will be installed, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

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