Recall 20V439 affects 607,786 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey, Pilot, and Passport vehicles for instrument-panel software failures. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 607,786 2018-2021 Odyssey, Pilot, and Passport vehicles because incorrect instrument panel software can hide critical information, including oil pressure, speed, gear position, and the rearview camera image. Operating without those displays increases crash risk, and Honda dealers will update the software free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The instrument panel control module in the 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey, Pilot, and Passport runs the driver display. It tells the speedometer, engine oil pressure warning, gear selector position, and other dashboard information what to show. It also works with the rearview camera display so the driver sees the image when backing up.
On recalled Honda vehicles, incorrect software programming creates too much data traffic on the central vehicle network. That traffic can exceed the computing limit of the instrument panel control module. When the module is overloaded, the instrument panel stops showing key information until the next ignition cycle, and the rearview camera image can fail to appear.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue shows itself when the instrument panel does not display critical driving information or the rearview camera image does not appear when expected.
Who's affected?
The affected model years differ by nameplate: Odyssey appears for 2018-2020, Passport for 2019-2020, and Pilot for 2019-2021.
| 2020 Honda Odyssey | Camera |
|---|---|
| 2020 Honda Odyssey | electrical system software |
| 2020 Honda Pilot | Camera |
| 2020 Honda Pilot | electrical system software |
| 2020 Honda Passport | Camera |
| 2020 Honda Passport | electrical system software |
| 2018 Honda Odyssey | Camera |
| 2018 Honda Odyssey | electrical system software |
| 2019 Honda Odyssey | Camera |
| 2019 Honda Odyssey | electrical system software |
| 2019 Honda Pilot | Camera |
| 2019 Honda Pilot | electrical system software |
| 2019 Honda Passport | Camera |
| 2019 Honda Passport | electrical system software |
| 2021 Honda Pilot | Camera |
| 2021 Honda Pilot | electrical system software |
| Units affected | 607,786 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
A nonworking instrument panel can leave key driving information unavailable. A nonworking rearview camera display removes the backup view and increases crash risk while reversing. If either display stops working, drive cautiously and schedule the software repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey, Pilot, or Passport is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free instrument-panel software update that restores the instrument panel and rearview camera displays.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V439 and Honda recall T89 when you call.
- Use extra care until the update is complete, especially when backing up or when the instrument panel display is not showing speed, oil pressure, or gear position.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician reprograms the instrument panel control module software so the display can show required information, such as oil pressure, speed, gear position, and the rearview camera image. The software update and labor are free under the recall. Honda's general reimbursement plan covers documented out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall notice when they match this defect. Bring service paperwork and proof of payment to the dealer, or contact Honda customer service to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 28, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 29, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| September 23, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 23, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| September 23, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V439?
Recall 20V439 covers 607,786 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey, Pilot, and Passport vehicles with instrument panel control module software that can blank critical instrument information or the rearview camera image. Honda dealers reprogram the instrument panel control module software for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey, Pilot, or Passport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 20V439. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the instrument panel control module software reprogramming. Reference recall 20V439 and Honda recall number T89 when you call.
Is the Honda recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Honda says dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software free of charge at any franchised Honda dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 20V439?
The safety risk is loss of critical display information while driving. The instrument panel can fail to show engine oil pressure, speedometer, or gear selector position until the next ignition cycle, and the rearview camera image can fail to display, increasing crash risk.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for an instrument panel that stops showing key information or a rearview camera image that does not appear. If that happens, contact a Honda dealer and reference recall 20V439. The repair is a dealer software reprogramming, and the dealer repair is free.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V439000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V439 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V439000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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