Recall 11V180 affects 33,341 2011 Honda Odyssey vehicles for a front windshield wiper rod that can bend. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 33,341 2011 Odyssey minivans because frozen front wiper blades can bend or separate a wiper linkage rod when the motor is switched on. The failure can stop the windshield wipers in bad weather, reducing visibility and raising crash risk; the Honda dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front windshield wiper system on a 2011 Honda Odyssey uses an electric motor and metal linkage rods to sweep the wiper arms across the glass. The motor supplies the turning force, and the linkage carries that force from the motor to the wiper arms. When the linkage stays straight and connected, both front blades clear rain, snow, and road spray from the windshield.
On affected Odysseys, the linkage rod does not have enough stiffness for a frozen-blade load. If the front wiper blades are frozen to the windshield and the wiper switch is turned on, the motor can push against blades that are stuck in place. That load can bend a linkage rod or separate it from the motor, stopping the normal wiper motion.
There is no warning sign before failure. The condition that triggers the problem is the blades being frozen to the glass before the wipers are switched on.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Honda Odyssey | wiper system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 33,341 |
Not every 2011 Honda Odyssey is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific minivan is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the front windshield wipers fail, the driver loses needed visibility in rain, snow, or other adverse weather, which increases the risk of a crash. If wiper operation changes or stops, slow down safely and contact a Honda dealer before driving in poor weather. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Honda Odyssey is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Honda dealer to ask about the free front windshield-wiper rod replacement.
- Schedule the front windshield-wiper rod replacement that fixes the linkage rod that can bend or separate after frozen wipers are switched on.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 11V180 when you call.
- Avoid driving in rain, snow, or other poor-visibility weather until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Honda's recall remedy is a front windshield wiper rod replacement. At the dealer, a Honda technician replaces the rod in the front windshield wiper linkage so the wiper system has the correct stiffness at the motor connection. Honda's source remedy says the safety recall began on April 28, 2011. The repair is free under the recall, with parts and labor covered.
Timeline
| March 15, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 28, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V180?
Recall 11V180 covers 33,341 2011 Honda Odyssey vehicles with front windshield wiper linkage rods that lack enough stiffness. If frozen wiper blades are switched on, a rod can bend or separate from the motor. Honda dealers replace the front windshield wiper rod for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Honda Odyssey is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Odyssey is included in recall 11V180. If it is included, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the front windshield wiper rod replacement. Reference recall number 11V180 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Honda's remedy for recall 11V180 says dealers replace the front windshield wiper rod free of charge at a franchised Honda dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 11V180?
The safety risk is loss of windshield wiper operation in adverse weather. Recall 11V180 says failed wipers reduce driver visibility and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free wiper rod replacement with a franchised Honda dealer.
What if I bought my Honda Odyssey used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2011 Honda Odyssey is included in recall 11V180, then call a franchised Honda dealer for the free wiper rod replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V180000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-800-999-1009 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V180 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V180000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →