2005 Honda Odyssey recalls

Defect: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.

Why it matters: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners October 6, 2014 when the remedy became available. Any vehicles that are currently leaking from the fuel pump cover will get a replacement, original cover. All vehicles, including those receiving the interim repair, will get an improved cover when they are available. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. The recall numbers associated with this campaign are JD9 (inspection and/or preliminary part replacement) and JE0 (final parts replacement).

Owner notification: October 6, 2014 · Filing manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Defect: Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 odyssey and acura rl vehicles. brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. if replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. if this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.

Why it matters: A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and overtime a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder seal free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during december 2010. owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Owner notification: December 31, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Defect: Honda is recalling certain model year 2005 odyssey touring vehicles equipped with power operated rear liftgate. the power liftgate gas struts may deteriorate unexpectedly early. struts that have worn out prematurely may fail to hold the power liftgate in the fully open position, causing the power liftgate to close unexpectedly.

Why it matters: Injury may result from a power liftgate closing unexpectedly when a person is within the closing path of the liftgate.

Dealers will inspect the gas liftgate struts and replace if within the recall population. this service will be performed free of charge. the campaign began on march 26, 2010. owners may contact honda automobile customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

Owner notification: March 26, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)