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Campaign 21V010 Posted January 14, 2021 1,258 units

2018-2021 Honda Odyssey Recall 21V010: Fuel Tank Leak

Recall 21V010 covers 1,258 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey vehicles for fuel tank overfill that can leak fuel. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.

Honda is recalling 1,258 2018-2021 Odyssey vans because the Braun-installed fuel tank assembly can overfill into the charcoal canister and leak fuel. A fuel leak near an ignition source increases the risk of fire, and the Honda dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The fuel tank assembly on affected 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey vehicles stores gasoline and feeds it to the engine without letting liquid fuel escape. The charcoal canister is part of the evaporative emissions system, which traps fuel vapors from the tank so they do not vent directly outside the vehicle.

On these Braun-modified Odysseys, the fuel tank assembly can allow the tank to overfill into the charcoal canister. That can put liquid fuel into a part designed to handle vapor, not a steady amount of gasoline. If enough fuel enters the canister, fuel can leak out instead of staying contained inside the fuel system.

There is no warning sign before failure. A leak is the point at which the defect has already shown itself, so fuel around the tank or canister area needs dealer attention.

Who's affected?

Covers four Odyssey model years, all tied to the same fuel system component.

2021 Honda Odyssey fuel system
2019 Honda Odyssey fuel system
2018 Honda Odyssey fuel system
2020 Honda Odyssey fuel system
Units affected1,258

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific minivan.

What's the safety risk?

In recall 21V010, a fuel leak near an ignition source can raise the risk of fire. If your VIN is included and you smell fuel or see leaking fuel, park in a safe place and contact a Honda dealer before driving farther. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey is included in this recall.
  2. Look for the Braun owner notice mailed February 22, 2021, and keep it with the vehicle records.
  3. Contact a franchised Honda dealer to ask whether the free fuel-system inspection is open for your VIN.
  4. Schedule the free fuel-system inspection and fuel-tank assembly or Honda charcoal-canister replacement if fuel leakage is found.
  5. Reference recall number 21V010 when you call the dealer.

What happens at the repair

The source remedy says Braun will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vehicle. Once the dealer repair is available, a Honda technician will check for signs of a fuel leak. When a leak is found, the dealer installs a new fuel tank assembly and a new Honda charcoal canister. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Call the Honda dealer with the VIN and describe the Braun modified Odyssey recall so the service desk can confirm the inspection path before the vehicle is brought in.

Timeline

January 14, 2021 NHTSA published the recall
February 22, 2021 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 21V010?

Recall 21V010 covers 1,258 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey vehicles modified by Braun. The fuel tank assembly can overfill the charcoal canister, and fuel can leak out if the canister fills. Dealers will inspect the vehicle and install a new fuel tank assembly and Honda charcoal canister for free when needed.

What should I do if my 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific Odyssey is included in recall 21V010. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer or Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359 to arrange the inspection. Reference recall number 21V010 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 21V010, the inspection is free, and if the dealer finds evidence of a fuel leak, the new fuel tank assembly and Honda charcoal canister are installed free of charge.

What is the safety risk?

The safety concern is fire risk if leaked fuel reaches an ignition source. The recall centers on the fuel tank assembly and charcoal canister, so fuel smell or visible leaking deserves prompt attention. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free inspection before continuing normal use.

What if I bought my Honda Odyssey used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner. If you never received a Braun notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Odyssey is included, then reference recall number 21V010 when you call for service.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V010000
Honda customer service1-800-488-0359
NHTSA recall #21V010
NHTSA recall # (full)21V010000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →