NHTSA Recall 11V180000: Windshield wiper/washer (visibility)
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 33,341 vehicles. It affects 2011 Honda Odyssey.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V180000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R72 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER |
| Report received | March 15, 2011 |
| Owner notification | April 28, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Honda is recalling certain model year 2011 honda odyssey vehicles. If the front windshield wiper blades become frozen to the windshield and the wiper motor is switched on, one of the front windshield wiper linkage rods may bend or separate from the motor due to insufficient stiffness of the rod.
Safety risk
The windshield wipers may fail to operate, decreasing the driver's visibility in adverse weather conditions increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper rod free of charge. The safety recall began on april 28, 2011. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda's safety recall no. R72.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V180000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda Odyssey | 2011 |
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.