NHTSA Recall 20V439000: Camera (back over prevention) and software (electrical system)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 607,786 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Honda Odyssey.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V439000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | T89 |
| Components | BACK OVER PREVENTION › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | July 28, 2020 |
| Owner notification | September 23, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. Additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Safety risk
Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T89.
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 20V439000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda Odyssey | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Honda Passport | 2019, 2020 |
| Honda Pilot | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
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.