Recall 20V066 affects 241,339 2018-2020 Honda Odyssey minivans for a third-row outlet wiring short. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 241,339 2018-2020 Odyssey minivans because the wire harness for the third-row accessory power outlet can get pinched and damaged. An electrical short can overheat the harness and increase the risk of a fire; Honda dealers will repair the harness free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The third row seat accessory power outlet in the 2018-2020 Honda Odyssey gets power through a floor wire harness. That harness is a bundle of insulated wires that carries electricity from the vehicle's electrical system to the outlet near the rear seating area. It is supposed to sit behind the trim without being squeezed by the body structure.
On affected Odyssey vans, the harness routing puts it too close to the space between the unibody and the rear trim panel. The unibody is the vehicle's main body shell, and the trim panel is the interior cover over that area. When the harness is pinched there, the wire insulation or the wires inside can be damaged, creating an electrical short.
There is no warning sign before failure. The outlet can appear to work normally until damaged wiring creates the short, so the VIN decides whether this wiring problem applies to a specific Odyssey.
Who's affected?
The scope spans the 2018, 2019, and 2020 Odyssey, with the same wiring component listed for each model year.
| 2020 Honda Odyssey | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2018 Honda Odyssey | wiring |
| 2019 Honda Odyssey | wiring |
| Units affected | 241,339 |
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?
An intermittent electrical short can overheat the third row seat accessory power outlet wire harness, increasing the risk of a fire. Have the harness inspected soon, even if the outlet and seat area look normal, because the recall does not list a warning sign before overheating. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2020 Honda Odyssey is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free third-row accessory power outlet wire-harness inspection, tape reroute, or replacement that addresses the pinched wiring.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V066 and Honda recall T6U when you call.
- Call Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician inspects the third row seat accessory power outlet wire harness for damage. If the harness is damaged, the technician replaces it. If it is not damaged, the technician applies protective tape and reroutes the harness so it is not pinched between the unibody and rear trim panel. Parts and labor are covered under this recall. Out-of-pocket repairs paid before owner notification are handled through the new vehicle limited warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| February 6, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 7, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| March 16, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 16, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V066?
Recall 20V066 covers 241,339 2018-2020 Honda Odyssey vehicles with a third row accessory power outlet wire harness that can be pinched and damaged. An intermittent electrical short can overheat the harness and increase fire risk. Honda dealers will inspect, repair, protect, and reroute the harness for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2020 Honda Odyssey is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Odyssey is included in recall 20V066. If it is, call a franchised Honda dealer and ask for the T6U recall repair. The dealer will inspect the third row outlet harness and complete the free repair.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Honda's remedy says all repairs will be performed free of charge. The dealer inspection, harness replacement if needed, protective tape, and rerouting are covered.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from an overheated wire harness. In recall 20V066, the third row accessory power outlet harness can be pinched between the unibody and rear trim panel, damaging the wires and creating an intermittent electrical short.
What if I bought my Honda Odyssey used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Odyssey is included, then contact a franchised Honda dealer and reference recall 20V066 or Honda recall T6U.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V066000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V066 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V066000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (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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