NHTSA Recall 16V933000: Mid/rear assembly (seats)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 633,753 vehicles. It affects 2011–2016 Honda Odyssey.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V933000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | KD5 |
| Component | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | December 27, 2016 |
| Owner notification | April 3, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2010, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have second row outboard seats that have a release lever that allows the seats to move for easier access to the third row of seats. This release lever may remain in the unlocked position allowing the seats to move unexpectedly.
Safety risk
An unlocked second row outboard seat increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional bracket and spring to both second row outboard seats, free of charge. Interim letter has been mailed, and a second notification will be sent . Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KD5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V933000
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.