February 6, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V066000
Accessory Power Outlet Harness May Short Circuit
An intermittent electrical short could overheat the wire harness, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V066
Manufacturer Honda
(American Honda Motor Co.)
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 241,339
Summary
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. The wire harness for the third row seat accessory power outlet may get pinched between the unibody and rear trim panel, possibly damaging the wires and causing an electrical short.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row seat accessory power outlet wire harness for damage, replacing it as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and re-route the harness. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda’s number for this recall is T6U.
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.
Check if your Honda has a Recall
A20-012
February 11, 2020
Version 2
Safety Recall: Third Row Accessory Power Outlet
Supersedes 20-012, Dated February 7, 2020, to revise the information highlighted in yellow.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
| Year | Model | Trim | VIN Range |
| 2018-20 | Odyssey | EX-L, EX-L with Navigation and RES, Touring, and Elite | Check the iN VIN status for eligibility. |
REVISION SUMMARY
The CORRECTIVE ACTION was updated, and an image in the REPAIR PROCEDURE section was revised.
BACKGROUND
The routing for the third row seat accessory power outlet wiring harness may allow for pinching of the harness between the unibody and the rear trim panel. If the pinching damages and exposes the copper wire to the unibody, an electrical short could occur. An intermittent electrical short could overheat the wiring harness, increasing the risk of a fire.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
Owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this campaign.
Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible.
Some vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new or used vehicle inventory.
Failure to repair a vehicle subject to a recall or campaign may subject your dealership to claims or lawsuits from the customer or anyone else harmed as a result of such failure. To see if a vehicle in inventory is affected by this safety recall, do a VIN status inquiry before selling it.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Inspect the third row seat accessory power outlet branch of the wiring harness between the C-pillar trim and the third row accessory power socket connector for any damage that has exposed the copper wire. If copper wire is not exposed, wrap the branch with electrical tape, and install the new floor harness clip and moonroof drain tube clip. Then route the third row accessory power socket harness branch and the rear entertainment harness (if equipped) behind the floor harness and the moonroof drain tube.
If copper wire is exposed, contact Tech Line to review for possible floor harness replacement.
NOTE
A very small number of floor harnesses will require replacement. New harnesses will include an updated clip.
PARTS INFORMATION
| Part Name | Part Number | Quantity |
| Clip Kit For Wire Harness and Moonroof Drain | 32107-THR-305 | 1 |
REQUIRED MATERIALS
| Part Name | Part Number | Quantity |
| Electrical tape | Commercially Available | 1 |
SPECIAL TOOLS
| Tool Name | Tool Number | Quantity |
| Cargo Cap Screw Socket | 07AAA-SEPA100 | 1 |
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
| Operation
Number | Description | Flat Rate
Time | Defect
Code | Symptom
Code | Template
ID | Failed Part Number |
| 7371DK | Replace the clips for routing the floor harness and moonroof drain tube. | 0.6 hr | 6HF00 | T6U00 | A20012A | 32107-THR-A01 |
Skill Level: Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
- Open the left side power sliding door and the power tailgate.
- Remove the air intake duct.
- Disconnect the 12-volt battery.
- Make sure the ignition is turned to OFF.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable, with the 12-volt battery sensor, from the 12-volt battery.
NOTICE
- Always disconnect the negative terminal first.
- To protect the battery sensor connector from damage, do not hold it when removing the terminal.
- Do not disconnect the 12-volt battery sensor from the cable.
- Remove the rear trim panel.
- Set the third row seats upright.
- Remove the weatherstrip as needed.
- Remove the rear trim panel. If necessary, use special tool 07AAA-SEPA100 to remove the hook bolts.
- Fold down and stow the third row seats.
- Remove the left sliding door sill upper trim.
- Remove the weatherstrip along the left rear side trim panel as needed.
- Remove the left side rear trim panel. Disconnect the third row accessory power socket by pressing the lock that is located on the bottom of the connector to release it from the power socket. In addition, do the following if it applies to the vehicle:
- Remove the HondaVAC hose from the vacuum, and disconnect the connector.
- Disconnect the rear entertainment connector.
- If the third row accessory power socket harness branch of the floor harness was improperly routed, the harness may be deformed. Inspect this part of the harness from the C-pillar trim to the third row accessory power socket connector for any exposed copper wiring. Do not remove the electrical tape.
NOTE
Below are examples of deformation on the power socket harness branch that do not have exposed copper wire, which require wrapping the harness branch with electrical tape to proceed with the repair.
Is copper wire exposed on the third row accessory power socket harness branch?
- NO – Copper wire is not exposed. Wrap the third row accessory power socket harness branch from the pillar trim to the connector with electrical tape as shown, then go to step 9.
- YES – Copper wire is exposed. The complete floor harness may require replacement, but must be reviewed by Tech Line. Provide the following information to Tech Line before proceeding to step 9 to relocate the moonroof drain tube.
NOTE
American Honda expects very few floor harnesses requiring replacement.
- Take pictures that clearly show the exposed copper wiring.
- Take a picture of the VIN sticker in the driver side door frame.
- Log in to the Service Information System and create a Tech Line Access Code. (Do not call Tech Line.)
- Email the pictures to part_release@ahm.honda.com.
- In the subject line, enter Odyssey Harness and the VIN.
- In the email body, include the following:
- Pictures of the exposed copper wire and VIN sticker
- The 11-digit Tech Line Access Code
- Technician name
- Technician telephone number
Tech Line will review the pictures and contact you with next steps using the contact information you provided.
NOTE
If Tech Line confirms the complete floor harness requires replacement, it is not necessary to complete steps 11, 12, and 14 to complete this repair procedure. The new floor harness will come with the new clip described in this repair procedure to relocate the harness.
- Mark the location of the clip on the floor harness corrugated tube and the moonroof drain tube.
- To make sure the new clip is placed in the proper location on the floor harness, use a paint marker to mark the top and bottom edge of the band on the floor harness as shown.
- To make sure the new clip is placed in the proper location on the moonroof drain tube, use a paint marker to mark the top and bottom edge of the band on the moonroof drain tube as shown.
- Remove the clip on the moonroof drain tube.
NOTE
Carefully remove the clip from the moonroof drain tube. If the drain is damaged, it must be replaced.
- Remove the clip from the body.
- Carefully cut the band with side cutters to remove the clip from the harness.
- Remove the clip on the floor harness.
- Remove the clip from the body.
- Carefully cut the band to remove the clip from the harness.
NOTE
Do not damage the floor harness, or you will have to replace it.
- Route the third row accessory power socket harness branch and the rear entertainment harness (if equipped) behind the floor harness and the moonroof drain tube from the left to the right as shown.
- Install the new moonroof drain tube clip (green) into the original hole.
NOTE
The new clip is offset from the center. Make sure you install the clip as indicated to make sure the moonroof drain tube is routed properly.
- Install the new green clip toward the rear of the drain tube between the marks you made.
- Cut off the excess band.
- Install the clip into the original hole.
- Install the new floor harness clip (gray) into the original hole.
NOTE
The new clip is offset from the center. Install the clip as indicated to make sure the floor harness is routed properly.
- Install the new gray clip toward the rear of the floor harness between the marks you made.
- Cut off the excess band.
- Install the clip into the original hole.
- Install the rear trim panel and, just before setting the trim panel to the c-pillar trim, check to confirm that the new clips were installed correctly, and the third row accessory power socket connector does not interfere with the floor harness when the panel is fully set.
- Install the following:
- Rear trim panel and weatherstrip
- Sliding door sill upper trim
- Sliding door weatherstrip
- Connect the battery, and install the air intake duct.
- While holding down the terminal, torque both positive and negative clamps to 4-6 N•m (35-53 lb-in).
NOTES
- Do not over torque the terminal.
- Always connect the positive side first.
- Check the battery terminals are correctly attached as shown.
- Turn the ignition to ON, and check that the third row accessory power socket in the third row seat works properly. Ifthe third row power socket does not work, this bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal system troubleshooting. See S/B 20-018, Service Manual Update: Accessory Power Socket Troubleshooting.
- Press and hold the audio system power button to exit the anti-theft mode.
- Reset the power sliding door control unit.
- With the ignition ON, close the power sliding door manually to the fully closed position.
- Test the door operation with the sliding door inner/outer handles, the power sliding door switch, and the remote.
END
March 2020
NHTSA Recall 20V-066
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
This notice applies to your vehicle: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Dear <First Name Last Name>,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
WHAT IS THE REASON FOR THIS NOTICE?
Honda has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in all 2018–2019 and certain 2020 model year Odyssey EX-L, Odyssey Touring, and Odyssey Elite vehicles. During factory installation of the rear trim panel, the electrical wiring for the third row seat accessory power socket could get pinched between the rear trim panel and metal body of the vehicle. If the pinching damages and exposes the electrical wiring, contact with the metal body would cause a short circuit. A short circuit could overheat the electrical wiring and its plastic components, increasing the risk of a fire.
WHAT WILL HONDA DO?
The dealer will inspect the third row seat accessory power socket for exposed electrical wiring. If the electrical wiring is not exposed, the electrical wiring will be reinforced with protective tape and re-routed to prevent pinching, for free. If the electrical wiring is exposed, the electrical wiring will be replaced and re-routed for free.
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
Please call any authorized Honda dealer and make an appointment to have your vehicle’s electrical wiring for the third row seat accessory power socket inspected for free. Once you make an appointment to repair your vehicle, be advised that the total inspection process may take approximately 45 minutes. If the electrical wiring needs replacement, your vehicle must remain at the dealer for at least a full day. However, your dealer can provide you with a better estimate of the overall time for this service visit, as it may be necessary to make your vehicle available for a longer period of time. If you are not the only driver of this vehicle, please advise all other drivers and passengers of this important information.
CHECK YOUR VEHICLE FOR OPEN RECALLS
You can check your vehicle’s eligibility for repair under this or any other recall. Please visit the Honda Recall Lookup tool at www.recalls.honda.com and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
OWNER INFORMATION
You received this notice because government regulations require that notification be sent to the last known owner of record. Our records are based primarily on state registration and title information, which indicate that you are the current owner of this vehicle. If this is not the case, or if any of the information is not correct, please complete, sign and return the Information Change Card and we will then update our records. If you are a lessor of this vehicle, federal regulations require you to forward this notice to your lessee within ten days.
DO YOU STILL HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
If you have questions or concerns, we encourage you to:
- contact your local Honda automobile dealer; or
- call American Honda’s Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138; or
- email or chat by going to https://owners.honda.com/help/customer-relations
- visit Twitter @HondaCustSvc; or
- visit www.recalls.honda.com to use “Ask Dave”, our 24/7 virtual agent.
If you believe that American Honda or the dealer has failed or is unable to remedy the defect in your vehicle, without charge and within a reasonable period of time (60 days from the date you first contact the dealer for a repair appointment), you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, Washington, DC 20590. Alternatively, you may call the NHTSA toll-free Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 800-424-9153), or go to https://www.nhtsa.gov.
We apologize for any inconvenience this recall may cause you.
Sincerely,
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
CO-9890
Campaign #T6U / Service Bulletin #20-012
Marzo de 2020
Campaña de seguridad NHTSA 20V-066
CAMPAÑA DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTE
Esta notificación aplica a su vehículo: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Estimado <First Name Last Name>,
Esta notificación ha sido enviada a usted de acuerdo con el decreto de la oficina de Administración Nacional de Seguridad del Tráfico en las Carreteras (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration o NHTSA por sus siglas en inglés).
¿CUÁL ES EL MOTIVO DE ESTA NOTIFICACIÓN?
Honda ha determinado que existe un defecto el cual está relacionado con la seguridad del vehículo en todos los vehículos Odyssey Touring y Odyssey Elite 2018–2019 y ciertos vehículos Odyssey EX-L año modelo 2020. Durante la instalación de la fábrica del panel de moldura posterior, el cableado eléctrico para el enchufe eléctrico para accesorios del asiento de la tercera fila pudiera estar presionado o aplastado entre el panel de moldura posterior y la carrocería metálica del vehículo.
Si los daños de presión exponen el cableado eléctrico, el contacto con la carrocería metálica pudiera ocasionar un cortocircuito. Un cortocircuito pudiera sobrecalentar el cableado eléctrico y sus componentes plásticos, aumentado el riesgo de un fuego.
¿QUÉ HARÁ HONDA?
El concesionario inspeccionará el enchufe eléctrico para accesorios de la tercera fila en caso de estar expuesto el cableado eléctrico. Si el cableado eléctrico no está expuesto, el cableado eléctrico será reforzado con cinta protectora y redirigido para prevenir que sea presionado, lo cual se realizará de forma gratuita. Si el cableado eléctrico está expuesto, el cableado eléctrico será reemplazado y redirigido lo cual se realizará de forma gratuita.
¿QUÉ DEBE HACER USTED?
Por favor comuníquese con cualquier concesionario Honda autorizado y coordine una cita para la inspección del cableado eléctrico para el enchufe eléctrico para accesorios del asiento de la tercera fila, de forma gratuita. Una vez que programe una cita para reparar su vehículo, le avisamos que el proceso de inspección total podría tardar aproximadamente 45 minutos. Si el cableado eléctrico necesita reemplazo, su vehículo debe permanecer en el concesionario por lo menos por un día completo. No obstante, su concesionario le puede ofrecer un mejor estimado del tiempo total de esta visita de servicio, ya que pudiera ser necesario que su vehículo esté disponible por un periodo más largo. Si usted no es el único conductor de este vehículo, por favor informe a todos los conductores y pasajeros sobre esta información importante.
VERIFIQUE SI SU VEHÍCULO TIENE UNA CAMPAÑA DE SEGURIDAD PENDIENTE
Puede verificar la elegibilidad de su vehículo para que sea reparado bajo esta campaña de seguridad o bajo cualquier otra. Por favor visite la herramienta “Honda Recall Lookup” en www.recalls.honda.com e ingrese su número de identificación del vehículo (VIN).
INFORMACIÓN DEL PROPIETARIO
Usted recibió esta notificación porque las regulaciones gubernamentales requieren que esta notificación sea enviada al último propietario registrado. Nuestros registros están basados principalmente en la información del título y registro en el estado, el cual indica que usted es el propietario actual de este vehículo. Si no es el caso o si la información no está correcta, por favor complete, firme y devuelva la tarjeta de Cambio de información anexa y nosotros actualizaremos nuestros registros. Si usted es el arrendador de este vehículo, las regulaciones federales requieren que usted envié una copia de esta notificación a su arrendatario en un lapso de diez días.
¿USTED TODAVÍA TIENE MÁS PREGUNTAS?
Si usted tiene preguntas o inquietudes, le recomendamos que:
- se comuníquese con su concesionario de automóviles Honda local; o
- se comuníquese con el Centro de Apoyo al Cliente y Campañas de American Honda al 1-888-234-2138; o
- o por correo electrónico o chat en https://owners.honda.com/help/customer-relations
- visite Twitter @HondaCustSvc; o
- Para más información también puede visitar recalls.honda.com
Si usted cree que American Honda o el concesionario ha fallado o no le es posible reparar el defecto en su vehículo, sin cobro alguno y dentro de un período de tiempo razonable (60 días desde la fecha en que usted contactó por primera vez el concesionario para la cita de la reparación), usted puede enviar una queja a: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, Washington, DC 20590. Alternativamente, usted también puede comunicarse con el número de llamada sin costo (Toll-free) Safety Hotline de NHTSA al 888-327-4236 (TTY 800-424-9153), o visitar la página web https://www.nhtsa.gov.
Le pedimos disculpas por cualquier inconveniente que esta campaña de seguridad pudiera causarle.
Atentamente,
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
CO-9890
Campaña #T6U / Boletín de Servicio #20-012
573.6(c)(6)
Chronology:
August 2018
Honda received notice of an alleged fire (first reported incident) from the vehicle owner via the customer contact center. The vehicle owner confirmed their auto insurance carrier had taken possession of the vehicle and were handling their claim. Honda informed the vehicle owner to provide any relevant information to Honda for review; however, no information was received from the vehicle owner and the case was closed.
April-May 2019
Honda received notice of an alleged fire (second reported incident) from an authorized dealer. An investigation was launched and the vehicle was inspected at the authorized dealer.
Honda also contacted the auto insurance carrier that settled the fire claim from the first reported incident to obtain additional information and schedule a vehicle inspection.
July 2019
Honda repurchased the vehicle involved in the second reported incident from the vehicle owner. A comprehensive investigation was launched to determine the root cause of the fire.
August 2019
Honda inspected the vehicle involved in the first reported incident at the auto insurance carrier’s salvage lot to determine the root cause of the fire.
November 2019
Honda received notice of an alleged fire (third reported incident) and the vehicle was repurchased from the vehicle owner. A comprehensive investigation was launched to determine the root cause of the fire.
December 2019
Internal investigation of the three reported fires and re-creation testing concluded that the fires were the result of a damaged accessory power outlet wire harness which generated an electrical short. If the electrical short is intermittent, the current would not exceed the fuse’s amperage, allowing the wire harness to overheat and combust.
January 30, 2020
Honda determined that a defect related to motor vehicle safety existed and decided to conduct a safety recall.
As of January 30, 2020, Honda has received three warranty claims,fivefield reports, three reports of fires, and no reports of injuries related to this issue.
SEOCONTENT-START
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DATE: February 7, 2020
TO: All Honda Sales, Service & Parts Managers, and Personnel
FROM: Brad Ortloff, Manager of Auto Campaigns and Recalls
Re: Stop Sale/Safety Recall: 2018-2020 Odyssey Third-Row Accessory Power Outlet Wire Harness
On February 6, 2020, American Honda notified NHTSA of a stop sale and safety recall for certain 2018-2020
Odyssey vehicles due to potentially damaged power outlet wiring harnesses in the third-row seating area that could
cause a fire. Refer to your eResponsibility report or do an iN VIN status inquiry to determine which
units in your inventory are affected.
Failure to repair a vehicle as necessary prior to sale may subject your dealership to claims or lawsuits.
BACKGROUND
The routing for the third-row seat accessory power outlet wiring harness may allow for pinching of the harness
between the metal body and the rear trim panel. If the pinching damages and exposes the wires to the body, an
electrical short could occur. An intermittent electrical short could overheat the wiring harness, increasing the risk of
a fire.
REPAIR
All vehicles require inspection of the wiring harness for any damage. If copper wiring is not exposed, the harness
will be reinforced with electrical tape and rerouted to prevent future damage. If any copper wiring is exposed, the
wiring harness will be replaced. American Honda expects a very small number of wiring harnesses will require
replacement.
PARTS
Initial repair kits have been shipped to your dealership to allow for immediate repairs. These shipments will start
arriving at dealerships via Daily Stock Order on Friday, February 7th. Additional repair kits are available through
normal parts ordering.
TOOLS
There are no special tools needed for this campaign.
SERVICE BULLETIN
Service bulletin 20-012, Safety Recall: Third Row Accessory Power Outlet, has beenposted to the Service
Information System (SIS) as of February 7, 2020. It includes parts, repair, and warranty information related to this
campaign.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
Sent on 02 07 2020 Expires on 03 25 2020
From Brad Ortloff, Manager of Auto Campaigns and Recalls
Subject Stop Sale/Safety Recall:18-20 Ody. Third-Row Accessory Power Outlet Wire Harness
INTERACTIVE NETWORK
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Page 1 of 2
American Honda expects to complete customer notification by mid-March 2020.
As always, be sure to do an iN VIN status inquiry for all vehicles passing through your dealership to determine
eligibility for any open campaigns.
INTERACTIVE NETWORK
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Page 2 of 2
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On February 6, 2020, American Honda no????fied NHTSA of a stop sale and safety recall for certain 2018-2020
Odyssey vehicles due to poten????ally damaged power outlet wiring harnesses in the third-row sea????ng
area that could cause a fire.
To ensure proper repairs, American Honda stopped the sales of all pre counter-measured 2018-2020
Odyssey (EX-L and higher grades) Floor Wire Harnesses and Le???? Rear Drain Tubes. Effec????ve immediately
all dealers that have inventory of the below parts are asked to stop installing and return parts back to
American Honda.
Stop Sale and Return Request Affected Part Numbers:
Old Wire Harnesses:
32107-
THR-A21
32107-
THR-A42
32107-
THR-AC0
32107-
THR-AM0
32107-
THR-A22
32107-
THR-A43
32107-
THR-AD0
32107-
THR-AN0
32107-
THR-A31
32107-
THR-A52
32107-
THR-AE0
32107-
THR-AP0
32107-
THR-A32
32107-
THR-A53
32107-
THR-AF0
32107-
THR-AR0
Le???? Rear Drain Tube:
70065-
THR-A00
If you have any of the above parts in stock, please email ahm_inflator_swap@ahm.honda.com
reques????ng return and an OAR return request will be entered on your behalf.
Please include the following in the email:
Your Dealer number
Part number
Part Quan????ty
Shipper number if available
New replacement harnesses and le???? rear drain tubes have an updated part number and are
superseded in American Honda system. American Honda expects to start receiving these new parts
later this month.
Thank you,
Sent on 02 14 2020 Expires on 03 04 2020
From Parts Operations, Campaign Group
Subject Part Stop Sale / Return Request: 18-20 Odyssey Third-Row Accessory Power Outlet
INTERACTIVE NETWORK
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Page 1 of 2
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
NG/ms
INTERACTIVE NETWORK
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Page 2 of 2
Job Aid
March 2020 Version 2
2018-20 Odyssey Floor Harness Removal and Installation
Supersedes job aid 2018-20 Odyssey Floor Harness Removal and Installation, dated February 2020, to revise the
information highlighted in yellow
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year Model Trim
2018-20 Odyssey EX-L, EX-L with Navigation and RES, Touring, and Elite
REVISION SUMMARY
PARTS INFORMATION section was temporally removed due to parts supply. When parts are available the section will
return.
BACKGROUND
Use the procedures listed in this job aid to remove and install the floor harness.
REPAIR INFORMATION
NOTE
The following procedures are laid out to do the replacement on a twin-post lift. Steps 1 thru 3 can be done after
positioning the vehicle on an in-ground lift.
Interior Area
Component / Action Applicable Service Information Notes
1
2nd Row Seats
Remove.
2
Dashboard Side
Cover
Remove.
Dashboard Side Cover Removal and
Installation Driver’s side only
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Interior Area
Component / Action Applicable Service Information Notes
3 Driver’s Dashboard
Lower Cover
Driver’s Dashboard Lower Cover
Removal and Installation
• Remove the two screws only.
• Do not remove the cover.
4 Position the Vehicle
on the Lift Do not raise the vehicle.
5
Rear Trim Panel
Remove.
Interior Trim Removal and Installation –
Cargo Areas
6
3rd Row Seats
Stow away.
7
Sliding Door Sill
Lower Trim
Remove.
Interior Trim Removal and Installation –
Door Areas Do only steps 1 and 2 of the sliding door sill area.
8
Second Row Seat
Trims/Covers
Remove.
Second Row Seat Slide Rail Removal
and Installation Do only step 4 of the second row seat slide rail.
9
Fuel Pressure
Relieve.
Fuel Pressure Relieving Do steps 1-2 and 5-6.
10
Fuel Line Quick-
Connect Fitting
Disconnect.
Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting
Precautions
Disconnect the quick-connect fitting at the fuel
tank unit.
11
Front Seats
Remove.
Front Seat Removal and Installation Both left and right
12
Center Console
Remove.
Center Console Removal and
Installation
13
RES Screen
Remove.
Rear Entertainment System (RES)
Screen Removal and Installation Models with RES only
14
Headliner
Remove.
Headliner Removal and Installation Lift the vehicle as necessary to remove the rightfront
inner fender as necessary in step 6.
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Second Row Seat Slide Rail Area
Component / Action Applicable Service Information Notes
1
Exhaust Pipe
Disconnect.
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Removal and
Installation
Only disconnect the two exhaust hangers as
shown.
2
Heat Shield
Remove.
Remove the rear shield.
3
Fuel Tank
Lower.
Fuel Tank Removal and Installation
• Start from step 3.
• Secure the tank with a lift table.
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Second Row Seat Slide Rail Area
Component / Action Applicable Service Information Notes
4
Second Row Seat
Slide Rail Removal
(lower bolts)
Second Row Seat Slide Rail Removal
and Installation
Lower the fuel tank as necessary, and remove
the nuts (nine total) in step 10.
NOTE
The nuts have a tightening sequence during
installation.
5
EVAP Canister
Remove.
EVAP System Removal and
Installation
6
Disconnect Harness
(under-floor portion)
Disconnect all of the under-floor portion of the harness from the body plug to the inline
connectors C225 (left-side) and C226 (right-side)
NOTE
Allow the harness to hang, and keep it from getting caught onto components. This branch
of the harness will be removed through the harness body plug later in this procedure.
The below image is a top view. The under-floor portion is under the vehicle.
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Second Row Seat Slide Rail Area
Component / Action Applicable Service Information Notes
7
Fuel Tank
Raise.
Fuel Tank Removal and Installation
Raise and secure the tank temporarily by
installing the fuel tank straps. Refer to step 12 of
the service information procedure.
Second Row Seat Slide Rail Area
Component / Action Notes
8
Keyless Access LF
Antenna / Fuel Fill
Door Lock Actuator
Disconnect.
Left Side
1. Disconnect the left-rear keyless access LF antenna and the fuel fill door lock actuator
connectors.
2. Push the harness body plug and connectors through the hole into the interior.
Right Side
NOTE
Remove the right-rear inner fender as necessary to do the following:
1. Disconnect the right-rear keyless access LF antenna connector.
2. Push the harness body plug and connector through the hole into the interior.
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Second Row Seat Slide Rail Area
Component / Action Applicable Service Information Notes
9
Second Row Seat
Slide Rail Removal
Remove.
Second Row Seat Slide Rail Removal
and Installation
Lower the vehicle and remove the bolts. With the
help of an assistant. Remove the rail assembly.
Floor Area
Component / Action Applicable Service Information Notes
1
Driver’s Dashboard
Lower Cover
Remove.
Driver’s Dashboard Lower Cover
Removal and Installation Do step 2.
2
Middle Interior LF
Antenna
Remove.
Keyless Access LF Antenna Removal
and Installation
3
Front Floor Carpet
Remove.
Carpet Removal and Installation
Do steps 3, 5, 7, and 8.
4
Middle Floor Carpet
Remove.
• Do steps 8 and 9.
• Place a blanket over the spare tire lid or
remove it to prevent foot prints or damage.
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Floor Area
Component / Action Applicable Service Information Notes
5
Center Console
Bracket
Remove.
Center Console Removal and
Installation
Refer to step 4.
Floor Area
Component / Action Notes
6
Rear Floor Heat
Duct
Remove.
• Three clips.
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Floor Area
Component / Action Notes
7
Heater Ducts
Remove.
• Remove the left and right side.
• Two clips (A), One harness clip (B) per side.
8
A/C Floor Ducts
Remove.
• Remove the left and right side.
• Two clips (A) per side.
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Floor Area
Component / Action Notes
9
Heat Floor Ducts
Remove.
• Remove the left and right side.
• One clip (A) per side.
10
Front Heater Slide
Joint
Disconnect.
• Three clips.
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Floor Area
Component / Action Notes
11
Floor Heat Joint
Duct
Remove.
• Four clips (A), One harness clip (B).
12
B-Pillar Ducts
Remove.
• Remove the left and right side.
• Two clips.
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Floor Area
Component / Action Notes
13
Floor Joint Duct
Remove.
• Seven clips.
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Floor Area
Component / Action Notes
14
Side Curtain Airbag
Bolts
Remove.
Right – Remove the two bolts above the C-pillar.
Left – Remove the three bolts above the C-pillar.
NOTE
This will allow room for the harness to pass through during removal.
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Floor Area
Component / Action Notes
15
Subwoofer
Remove.
1. Disconnect the connector (A).
2. Remove the nuts (B).
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Floor Area
Component / Action Notes
16
Third Row Seat
Upper and Lower
Pivot Cover
Remove.
Remove the lower cover, then the upper cover.
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Floor Area
Component / Action Notes
17
Door Switches
Remove.
Remove the driver’s, front passenger’s, left sliding and right sliding door switches.
18
Taillights
Remove.
• Remove both taillights.
• Refer to Taillight Removal and Installation.
Harness Removal
NOTES
• Before removing the harness from the vehicle, mark each harness clip with a C and ground locations with a G.
This will help you with the correct routing when installing the new harness.
• Taking pictures prior to the removal is recommended so it can be referenced later.
• Zip tie or tape together sections of the harness as they are being removed for easier removal out of the vehicle.
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Harness Removal
1
Remove Harness
(Front to Middle
Section)
Start from the front and work your way back.
If necessary, remove the driver’s knee airbag to disconnect the under-dash fuse box
connector B. Refer to Driver’s Knee Airbag Removal and Installation.
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Harness Removal
2
Remove Harness
(Middle to Rear)
Left Side
Start from the rear cargo light to the left-side curtain airbag. Then, work your way down the
C-pillar, the rear side to the taillight, and down the wheel well to the harness body plug.
NOTE
When you reach the floor harness body plug, stop.
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Harness Removal
Remove Harness
(Middle to Rear)
When you reach the rear safing sensor connector, do the following:
1. Pull back the rear floor carpet to expose the rear safing sensor.
2. Loosen (halfway) the A bolt, then remove the B bolt.
3. Tilt the cover as necessary, and disconnect the connector.
NOTE
Torque bolts A and B to 9.4 Nm (6.9 Ib.ft) after the new harness is installed.
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Harness Removal
Remove Harness
(Middle to Rear)
Right Side / Roof Area
Start from the RES screen (if equipped) or the right-side curtain airbag. Then, work your
way down the C-pillar, the rear side to the taillight, and down the wheel well to the harness
body plug.
NOTE
Do not disconnect inline connectors, C210,C235, and the pink MOST ring connector.
Continue to the floor harness body plug.
3 Pull the body plug, and pull the under-floor branch of the harness through the body plug hole.
4 Remove the harness from the vehicle.
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Harness Installation
Component / Action Notes
1 Install the harness in the reverse order of removal, using new bolts and tape as listed in the parts information
section of page 1.
Installation Note #1
When installing the floor harness branch right below the left-side C-pillar, make sure the
accessory power socket and RES connector (if equipped) is routed as shown.
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Harness Installation
Component / Action Notes
Installation Note #2
Apply commercially available aluminum tape to locations A and B.
Location A
Center the new harness between the two mounds, and apply the tape. The center of the
tape should be centered on the white harness tape.
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Harness Installation
Component / Action Notes
Installation Note #2
Location B
Center the new harness between the two mounds, and apply the tape. The top edge of the
tape should line up with the edge of the white harness tape.
Installation Note #3 Torque all ground bolts to 9.4 Nm (6.9 Ib.ft)
2
Reset the power sliding door control unit (if necessary).
Refer to Resetting the Power Sliding Door Control Unit.
3
Reset the power tailgate control unit (if necessary).
Refer to Resetting the Power Tailgate Control Unit.
END
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For Immediate Release
Statement by American Honda Regarding Third-Row Wire Harness Recall: 2018-2020 Honda Odyssey EX-L, Touring and Elite
• Approximately 241,000 vehicles are affected in the United States
• Third row accessory power outlet wire harness will be inspected, rerouted, wrapped in insulating tape, and if it is damaged, replaced, for free
• Three reports of fires; No reported injuries
TORRANCE, Calif. – Feb. 11, 2020 – American Honda will voluntarily recall approximately 241,000 model-year 2018-2020 Honda Odyssey EX-L, Touring and Elite minivans in the United States to inspect, reroute and wrap in insulating tape the wire harness leading to the third-row accessory power outlet. If the wire harness is found to be damaged, it will be replaced, for free.
The wire harness leading to the third-row accessory power outlet may have been damaged when the interior panel covering the harness was installed, pinching it between the panel and the metal vehicle body. If the wire harness was damaged, a short circuit can occur, heating the plastic harness cover and potentially leading to a fire. Honda is aware of three fires related to this issue with no reported injuries.
Honda is announcing this recall to encourage each owner of an affected vehicle to take it to an authorized dealer as soon as they receive notification of this recall from Honda. Mailed notification to owners will begin in mid-March 2020. Owners of these models can also determine if their specific vehicles are included in the recall by visiting www.recalls.honda.com or by calling (888) 234-2138.
3 Affected Products
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| HONDA | ODYSSEY | 2018-2020 |
18 Associated Documents
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- VIN Inquiry Check for 2020 Odyssey Safety Recall SB 20-012
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-20V066-9125.pdf 3274.41KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-20V066-4723.pdf 684.505KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2020-2
RCLQRT-20V066-0989.PDF 211.271KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-20V066-0584.pdf 2660.834KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-20V066-4550.pdf 2662.013KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2020-1
RCLQRT-20V066-0922.PDF 211.159KB
Miscellaneous Document – Defect Information Report
RMISC-20V066-5739.pdf 141.482KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-20V066-8571.pdf 3280.453KB
Chronology
RMISC-20V066-6009.pdf 114.033KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-20V066-7695.pdf 244.837KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-20V066-9909.PDF 214.42KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Stop Sale/Safety Recall: 2018-2020 Odyssey Third-Row Accessory Power Outlet Wire Harness
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Part Stop Sale / Return Request: 18-20 Odyssey Third-Row Accessory Power Outlet
RCMN-20V066-8698.pdf 109.585KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-20V066-6368.pdf 3281.187KB
Miscellaneous Document – Media Statement
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2020-3
RCLQRT-20V066-4693.PDF 211.369KB
Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2020-4
RCLQRT-20V066-4887.PDF 211.486KB
Latest Recalls Documents
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