NHTSA Recall 26V227000: Software (air bags)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 440,830 vehicles. It affects 2018–2022 Honda Odyssey.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V227000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | UNW |
| Component | AIR BAGS › AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | April 9, 2026 |
| Owner notification | May 26, 2026 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Odyssey vehicles. A software programming error can cause the side and side curtain air bags to deploy unexpectedly.
Safety risk
Air bags that deploy unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the supplemental restraint system (SRS) electronic control unit (ECU) software or replace the ECU, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is UNW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 16, 2026. The information in your report suggests that Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V227000
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.