NHTSA Recall 12V062000: Support device/strut (structure) and 2 other components
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45,747 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 Honda Odyssey.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V062000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | S22 |
| Components | STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE › SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT; STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS; STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE |
| Report received | February 16, 2012 |
| Owner notification | March 12, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Honda is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 odyssey vehicles, the gas-filled struts that help to raise and support the liftgate of vehicles equipped with a power liftgate system may be prone to early life failures due to a manufacturing flaw. The flaw can result in a leak of the pressurized gas, leading to reduced strut performance.
Safety risk
Struts with diminished performance can lead to unexpected closure, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both power liftgate gas struts free of charge. The safety recall began on march 12, 2012. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda's recall campaign number is s22.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V062000
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.