Recall 12V062 affects 45,747 2008-2009 Honda Odyssey minivans for weak power liftgate struts. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 45,747 2008-2009 Odyssey minivans because gas-filled liftgate struts on models with a power liftgate can leak and lose support. A weakened strut can let the liftgate close unexpectedly and increase the risk of injury; the Honda dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The liftgate struts on the 2008-2009 Honda Odyssey are gas-filled supports mounted near the rear hatch. Their job is to help raise the power liftgate and hold it up once it is open, so the liftgate does not depend only on the motor, hinges, or a person holding it.
In affected Odysseys, a manufacturing flaw lets pressurized gas leak out of the strut early in its service life. Once that gas pressure drops, the strut loses the force it needs to assist and support the liftgate. The hatch then feels heavier, opens with less help, or fails to stay supported as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The liftgate can work normally until the strut loses enough gas pressure to reduce its support.
Who's affected?
The included components are all liftgate body-structure parts, including the support struts and hinge attachments.
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | body structure |
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | body structure |
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | body structure |
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | body structure |
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | body structure |
| Units affected | 45,747 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific minivan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Weak power liftgate gas struts can let the liftgate close unexpectedly, increasing the risk of personal injury while loading cargo, unloading cargo, or standing under the open liftgate. Use the liftgate cautiously and keep people clear of its path. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2009 Honda Odyssey is included in this recall.
- Call Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009 or a franchised Honda dealer, and reference recall number 12V062.
- Ask the dealer about the free power-liftgate gas-strut replacement that fixes weak liftgate support and unexpected closure.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one, plus any service paperwork related to the power liftgate.
- Keep hands, passengers, and cargo clear of the liftgate until the struts are replaced.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician replaces both power liftgate gas struts. These gas struts help raise and hold the Odyssey liftgate, so the repair addresses the parts that lose pressurized gas and stop supporting the liftgate properly. Honda's source remedy says the safety recall began on March 12, 2012, and that the replacement is free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| February 16, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 12, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V062?
Recall 12V062 covers 45,747 2008-2009 Honda Odyssey vehicles with power liftgate gas struts that can leak pressurized gas and lose support strength. The liftgate can close unexpectedly and injure someone near it. Honda dealers replace both power liftgate gas struts for free.
What should I do if my 2008-2009 Honda Odyssey is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Odyssey is included in recall 12V062. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule replacement of both power liftgate gas struts. Reference recall number 12V062 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 12V062 is replacement of both power liftgate gas struts free of charge at a franchised Honda dealer.
What is the safety risk with this Honda Odyssey liftgate recall?
The safety risk is unexpected liftgate closure. When the gas struts lose pressure, they no longer support the liftgate as intended, so the liftgate can fall and increase the risk of personal injury to someone loading cargo or standing near the rear of the vehicle.
What if I bought my Honda Odyssey used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2008-2009 Odyssey is included, then contact a franchised Honda dealer and reference recall number 12V062.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V062000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-800-999-1009 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V062 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V062000 |
Source documents
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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 →