The 2008 Honda Odyssey has 4 recalls, the most serious being a brake system software issue where the stability assist system can apply the brakes suddenly and without triggering the brake lights, raising the risk of a rear-end collision.
A fuel pump strainer cover can deteriorate and allow fuel to leak from the tank, creating a fire risk. On vehicles equipped with a power liftgate, the gas struts that hold the liftgate open can lose pressure and fail early, causing the gate to drop unexpectedly on anyone standing beneath it.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump strainer cover can break down over time, allowing fuel to leak from the fuel tank.
What the fix does
Honda replaces the fuel pump strainer cover with an improved cover to stop fuel leaks.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The Vehicle Safety Assist System may unexpectedly apply the brakes due to a combination of system components and software.
What the fix does
Honda will install replacement parts and provide instructions to prevent unintended braking. Parts became available in spring 2014.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The gas-filled struts that support the power liftgate may leak pressurized gas due to a manufacturing flaw, reducing their ability to hold the liftgate open.
What the fix does
Honda dealers will replace both power liftgate gas struts at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The gas-filled struts that hold up the power liftgate may fail early due to a manufacturing defect, causing the liftgate to drop suddenly.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both liftgate struts.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
