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2005 Honda Odyssey recall: support device/strut

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on February 23, 2010. It covers about 21,776 vehicles.

vehicles affected
21,776
reported
Feb 23, 2010
owners notified
Mar 26, 2010
related complaints
138

Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut

What is wrong
Honda is recalling certain model year 2005 odyssey touring vehicles equipped with power operated rear liftgate. The power liftgate gas struts may deteriorate unexpectedly early. Struts that have worn out prematurely may fail to hold the power liftgate in the fully open position, causing the power liftgate to close unexpectedly.
Risk
Injury may result from a power liftgate closing unexpectedly when a person is within the closing path of the liftgate.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the gas liftgate struts and replace if within the recall population. This service will be performed free of charge. The campaign began on march 26, 2010. Owners may contact honda automobile customer service at 1‑800‑999‑1009.

Recall number 10V055000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 138 complaints about body problems.

2005 Honda Odyssey

Questions about recall 10V055000

Is there a recall on the 2005 Honda Odyssey support device/strut?

Yes. Recall 10V055000, reported on February 23, 2010, covers about 21,776 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V055000?

Dealers will inspect the gas liftgate struts and replace if within the recall population. This service will be performed free of charge. The campaign began on march 26, 2010. Owners may contact honda automobile customer service at 1‑800‑999‑1009.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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