1999 Honda Odyssey: recalls and complaints

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• 20V02600017 Jan 2020Air Bags / Frontal / Driver Side / Inflator Module
• 03V42300027 Oct 2003Electrical System / Ignition / Switch
• 02V12000016 May 2002Electrical System / Ignition / Switch
• 00V1830006 Jul 2000Interior Lighting
• 00V11900025 Apr 2000Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch
• 00V03000011 Feb 2000Electrical System / Wiring / Front Underhood
• 99V15900024 Jun 1999Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch
• 99V15800024 Jun 1999Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch
• 99V15700024 Jun 1999Vehicle Speed Control

1. 20V026000Received 17 Jan 2020. 1,439,841 units.

   Air Bags / Frontal / Driver Side / Inflator Module

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.

   Report filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.). Manufacturer campaign number D8J, Z8G. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 Oct 2020.

2. 03V423000Received 27 Oct 2003. 563,861 units.

   Electrical System / Ignition / Switch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain passenger vehicles and mini vans, the ignition switch may wear excessively and prevent proper interlock operation, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the "off" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to "park."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the vehicle operator does not shift to "park" before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that determines the amount of cylinder body wear. If significant wear is indicated, the dealer will replace the cylinder body, collar, and latch plate. If no signs of wear are indicated, dealers will replace the latch plate with a redesigned part. Owner notification began december 8, 2003. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.

   Report filed by AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.. Manufacturer campaign number 03-088/03-034. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Dec 2003.

3. 02V120000Received 16 May 2002. 1,000,000 units.

   Electrical System / Ignition / Switch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle is started.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the ignition switch. Owner notification began june 14, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.

   Report filed by AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Jun 2002.

4. 00V183000Received 6 Jul 2000. 78,910 units.

   Interior Lighting

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: mini vans. The dimmer control for the instrument panel lights can fail.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   At night, the driver would not be able to see instrument panel gauges and displays.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the multiplex unit.

   Report filed by AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Aug 2000.

5. 00V119000Received 25 Apr 2000. 7,085 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: minivan. The sliding doors may not latch properly.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An improperly latched door could open unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. Under certain circumstances, a door could open completely. An unrestrained rear seat passenger could fall out of an open door of a moving vehicle and be seriously injured or killed.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the door latch assembly on all odyssey minvans built from december 3, 1999 through december 16, 1999. Also included in this recall are approximately 1,612 odyssey minivans that had the latches replaced under recall 99v-158 or under warranty, that may need to have the latches replaced again. Owners of these vehicles will be notified by honda to bring the vehicle to their honda dealer for inspection of the previously replaced latch assembly. Latches with the suspect date code will be replaced.

   Report filed by AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 22 Jun 2000.

6. 00V030000Received 11 Feb 2000. 77,695 units.

   Electrical System / Wiring / Front Underhood

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: mini vans. A wire harness, located within the engine compartment, could be damaged by contact with a metal pipe, possibly resulting in a blown fuse.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If a fuse blows, engine power, or operation of any or all electrical components, can be lost, including lights, windshield wipers, horn, and the anti-lock function of the brakes. A sudden loss of power or lighting, or a failure of the windshield wipers or anti-lock brake feature in bad weather, could result.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will install a protective covering over the wire harness and metal pipe to prevent this problem. If any wires are damaged, the dealer will make the necessary repairs, and then install the protective covering.

   Report filed by AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Mar 2000.

7. 99V159000Received 24 Jun 1999. 6,714 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: minivan. The power door lock remote control actuator unlatches the door in response to input from the remote transmitter. Excessive grease in the actuator could cause a slow return of the activation lever to the proper latching position.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the activation lever has not returned to the proper latching position by the time the sliding door closes, the door will not latch.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the power door lock remote control assembly.

   Report filed by AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.. Manufacturer campaign number K65.

8. 99V158000Received 24 Jun 1999. 19,830 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: minivan. The sliding doors may not latch properly.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An improperly latched door could open unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. Under certain circumstances, a door could open completely. An unrestrained rear seat passenger could fall out of an open door of a moving vehicle and be seriously injured or killed.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the door latch assembly.

   Report filed by AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.. Manufacturer campaign number K64.

9. 99V157000Received 24 Jun 1999. 31,097 units.

   Vehicle Speed Control

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: minivan. In extremely cold, wet weather, ice can form in the throttle body preventing the throttle return to the idle position. This could cause the throttle to remain open even though the driver has removed his or her foot from the accelerator pedal.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the vehicle contains to maintain speed when the driver is expecting the vehicle to slow, a crash could occur.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will drill two additional drain holes in the bottom of the resonator.

   Report filed by AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO..

The campaign number opens the NHTSA record. Each quotation is the text of the NHTSA recall file.

Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.

Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. The figure per 1,000 component mentions shows how many of each 1,000 mentions name the component.

• 1999 Honda Odyssey
• All 1999 vehicles

The table shows the 10 components with the most mentions, of 27.

Complaints that report a crash

10

Complaints that report a fire

7

Injuries in the complaints

22

Deaths in the complaints

2

Date of the newest complaint

6 Dec 2018

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

1. 19900
2. 19940
3. 19950
4. 19960
5. 19972
6. 19983
7. 19999
8. 20006
9. 20011
10. 200210
11. 200315
12. 200413
13. 20058
14. 20063
15. 20074
16. 20084
17. 20093
18. 20101
19. 20115
20. 20125
21. 20136
22. 20145
23. 20156
24. 20166
25. 20172
26. 201816
27. 201920
28. 202014
29. 20218
30. 20229
31. 20235
32. 20243
33. 20252
34. 20262

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 1999 Honda Odyssey?

3,225,033 units in 9 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Honda Odyssey have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 82 recall campaigns for the Honda Odyssey, model years 1990 to 2026. 9 of them name the 1999 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 1999 Honda Odyssey name most often?

Power Train: 170 of 651 component mentions, or 261.1 per 1,000. For all 1999 vehicles the figure is 92.4 per 1,000.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 1999 Honda Odyssey open?

No. The 1 investigation that names this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.