NHTSA Recall 10V055000: Support device/strut (structure) and hatchback/liftgate (structure)
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 21,776 vehicles. It affects 2005 Honda Odyssey.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V055000 |
|---|---|
| Components | STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE › SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT; STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE |
| Report received | February 23, 2010 |
| Owner notification | March 26, 2010 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Notes
Honda has not decided that this is a defect related to motor vehicle safety.however, it has informed NHTSA that it will provide the modifications described above free of charge.
Vehicles covered by recall 10V055000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda Odyssey | 2005 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.