Recall 19V299 affects 50,504 2018-2019 Honda Odyssey vehicles for battery terminal issues that can reboot the TCU. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 50,504 2018-2019 Odyssey minivans because loose battery terminal connections or a degraded battery can make the transmission control unit reboot and shift the transmission into Park. If the parking rod is damaged, the vehicle can roll while parked, increasing the risk of a crash or injury; Honda dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The transmission control unit, or TCU, on 2018-2019 Honda Odyssey vans is the computer that tells the automatic transmission which range to use. It depends on steady battery voltage, the same electrical supply that keeps the van's control modules awake and communicating while you drive.
On affected Odysseys, a loose battery terminal connection or a degraded battery can create a low-voltage condition. When that happens, the TCU can reboot. The software used on these vans was designed to shift the transmission into Park after a reboot. If the reboot happens while the van is moving, the transmission engages or tries to engage Park, which can damage the parking rod next to the parking pawl.
There is no warning sign before failure. A weak battery or loose terminal connection is the condition behind the problem, but the recall filing does not identify a specific driver warning before the TCU reboot.
Who's affected?
Covers both the battery and automatic transmission components across the 2018 and 2019 model years.
| 2019 Honda Odyssey | battery |
|---|---|
| 2019 Honda Odyssey | automatic transmission |
| 2018 Honda Odyssey | battery |
| 2018 Honda Odyssey | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 50,504 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific minivan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A damaged parking rod can let the Odyssey roll after it is parked, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Confirm the vehicle is fully stopped, use the parking brake, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Honda Odyssey is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free battery-terminal check, TCU software update, and parking-rod inspection that address the unexpected shift into Park and parked-vehicle roll risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda sent one. If not, reference recall number 19V299 when you call.
- Set the parking brake every time you park until the dealer completes the repair.
- Call Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 with questions and mention Honda recall numbers Z4J and Y4K.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician secures the battery terminal connections, updates the TCU software, and checks the parking rod for proper effectiveness. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Honda. Honda is not offering a separate reimbursement program because the new vehicle limited warranty would have covered this condition without owner payment. Ask the service desk how the warranty record applies if you have prior repair paperwork for this exact condition.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| April 12, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 12, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| April 12, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 31, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 1, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V299?
Recall 19V299 covers 50,504 2018-2019 Honda Odyssey vehicles with loose battery terminal connections or a degraded battery that can make the transmission control unit reboot. The transmission can shift to Park, damage the parking rod, and increase rollaway risk when parked.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Honda Odyssey is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Odyssey is included in recall 19V299. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free repair. The dealer will secure the battery terminal connections, update the transmission control unit software, and check parking rod effectiveness.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Honda dealers will secure the battery terminal connections, update the transmission control unit software, and check parking rod effectiveness free of charge under recall 19V299.
What is the safety risk in recall 19V299?
The risk is vehicle rollaway after parking. In recall 19V299, a damaged parking rod can allow the Odyssey to roll when parked, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Arrange the free dealer repair once your VIN confirms your vehicle is included.
What if I bought my Honda Odyssey used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you bought the Odyssey used or never received Honda's 2019 owner notice, check your VIN and reference recall 19V299 when you call a Honda dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V299000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V299 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V299000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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