Recall 11V462 affects 80 Vmi-modified 2011 Honda Odyssey Northstar and Honda Odyssey Summit minivans for faulty fuel lines. Free repair at franchised Honda dealers.
Vmi is recalling 80 2011 Honda Odyssey Northstar and Honda Odyssey Summit wheelchair-accessible minivans under recall 11V462 because 2 fuel lines have non-conductive connectors. The lines do not dissipate static electricity, and fuel leakage with a spark can cause a fire; the Honda dealer repair will be free once available, with Vmi handling recall questions.
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What's wrong?
The fuel lines on the 2011 Vmi Honda Odyssey Northstar and Honda Odyssey Summit wheelchair accessible minivans carry gasoline to and from the auxiliary fuel tank installed as part of the conversion. These lines are supposed to keep fuel contained while the vehicle draws fuel normally. The connectors join sections of the line and keep that path sealed.
In this recall, the converted minivans contain 2 faulty fuel lines with non-conductive connectors. A connector is the fitting that links the fuel line to the rest of the system. When the wrong connector material is used, the fuel line assembly does not match the intended design for the auxiliary tank setup.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a dashboard light, smell, sound, or change in how the minivan drives to confirm the problem.
Who's affected?
Covers the Northstar and Summit conversions of the Honda Odyssey; both identify the fuel system as the affected area.
| 2011 Vmi Honda Odyssey Northstar | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2011 Vmi Honda Odyssey Summit | fuel system |
| Units affected | 80 |
A matching 2011 Vmi Honda Odyssey conversion does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific minivan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Non-conductive fuel lines can fail to dissipate static electricity, which creates spark risk around fuel. If fuel leaks near that spark, a fire can start. No warning sign is listed, so schedule the inspection and fuel-line replacement soon if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Vmi Honda Odyssey Northstar or Honda Odyssey Summit is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free fuel-line inspection and replacement that removes the faulty non-conductive connectors tied to fuel leakage and fire risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Vmi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 11V462 when you call.
- Call Vmi customer service at 1-602-304-3265 with questions about the wheelchair-accessible conversion recall.
- Avoid parking near ignition sources until the dealer has inspected and replaced the fuel lines.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician inspects the fuel lines on the wheelchair accessible 2011 Honda Odyssey Northstar and Honda Odyssey Summit conversion vans. If the affected fuel lines are installed, the technician replaces them at no charge. The filing describes the repair as free and says the safety recall began on September 29, 2011. Because the current remedy status is not listed, confirm the repair path with the dealer when you schedule service. Parts and labor are covered under the recall once the repair is available.
Timeline
| September 2, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 29, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V462?
Recall 11V462 covers 80 2011 Vmi Honda Odyssey Northstar and Honda Odyssey Summit minivans with wheelchair-accessible conversions and faulty fuel lines with non-conductive connectors. Static electricity is not dissipated properly, creating spark and fire risk if fuel leaks. Dealers inspect and replace the fuel lines for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Vmi Honda Odyssey Northstar or Honda Odyssey Summit is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific minivan is included in recall 11V462. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer or Vmi at 1-602-304-3265 to arrange the fuel-line inspection and replacement. Reference recall number 11V462 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy states that dealers will inspect and replace the fuel lines free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The faulty fuel lines use non-conductive connectors, so static electricity is not dissipated properly. If fuel leaks and a spark is present, a fire can start. Check your VIN and arrange the free fuel-line repair if your minivan is included.
What if I bought this Vmi Honda Odyssey conversion used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received the 2011 notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Northstar or Summit conversion is included, then call the dealer with recall number 11V462.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V462000 |
|---|---|
| Vmi customer service | 1-602-304-3265 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V462 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V462000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →