Honda Motor America has announced a nationwide safety recall affecting more than 325,000 Honda Odyssey minivans in the United States after discovering a defect that could cause the rearview camera display to fail, potentially increasing the risk of a collision while reversing.
The recall involves 325,588 Honda Odyssey vehicles, with the issue linked to the rearview camera assembly. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a malfunctioning backup camera can reduce rear visibility, making it more difficult for drivers to detect people, vehicles, or objects behind the minivan.
Water Intrusion Identified as the Cause
Honda’s investigation determined that water may enter the rearview camera assembly over time, leading to several possible display problems. Depending on the severity of the moisture intrusion, drivers may experience a distorted image, intermittent operation, or a complete loss of the camera display when shifting into reverse.
Because federal motor vehicle safety regulations require a functional rearview camera system, Honda initiated the recall to address the defect and maintain compliance with safety standards.
Vehicles Included in the Recall
The recall applies to:
- Certain 2018–2020 Honda Odyssey minivans.
- Vehicles equipped with the affected rearview camera assembly.
- Eligible owners throughout the United States.
Honda recommends that owners verify whether their vehicle is included by checking their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) through the company’s official recall lookup service or by contacting an authorized Honda dealership.
Free Repairs Available
Owners of affected vehicles will receive repair notifications as part of the recall campaign. Authorized Honda dealerships will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the defective rearview camera assembly at no cost to customers.
Honda encourages owners to schedule their repair appointment promptly after receiving notification.
Warning Signs Owners Should Watch For
Drivers should be alert for any symptoms indicating the rearview camera may be malfunctioning, including:
- A blank rearview camera display.
- Flickering or distorted camera images.
- The backup camera failing to activate when reverse gear is selected.
- Intermittent camera operation.
Anyone experiencing these issues should arrange service with an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible to help ensure safe vehicle operation.
Honda Continues Owner Notifications
Honda stated that owner notifications will continue throughout the recall campaign. By replacing the defective camera assembly, the company aims to restore proper rear visibility, improve driver safety, and ensure affected vehicles comply with federal safety requirements.
Vehicle owners seeking additional information are encouraged to contact Honda customer support or consult official recall resources to determine whether their Odyssey is included in the recall.