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2018-2019 Honda Odyssey recall: 12v/24v/48v battery

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on April 12, 2019. It covers about 50,504 vehicles.

vehicles affected
50,504
reported
Apr 12, 2019
owners notified
May 31, 2019
related complaints
490

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

What is wrong
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Loose battery terminal connections or a degraded battery may cause the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) to unexpectedly reboot. Upon rebooting, the TCU may shift the transmission to the "Park" position, possibly damaging the parking rod.
Risk
A damaged parking rod can allow the vehicle to roll when parked, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will ensure the battery terminal connections are secure and will update the TCU software, free of charge. Additionally, the parking rod effectiveness will be checked. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Z4J, Y4K.

Recall number 19V299000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 490 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 19V299000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2019 Honda Odyssey 12v/24v/48v battery?

Yes. Recall 19V299000, reported on April 12, 2019, covers about 50,504 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V299000?

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will ensure the battery terminal connections are secure and will update the TCU software, free of charge. Additionally, the parking rod effectiveness will be checked. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Z4J, Y4K.

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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