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2012 Honda Odyssey Recalls

5 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Nov 17, 2017

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Honda Odyssey average of 7.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Seats › Mid/rear Assembly, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2012 Honda Odyssey recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 17V725000

Seats › Mid/rear Assembly

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Reported Nov 17, 2017

What is recalled

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats can slide sideways to one of two positions. If a seat is placed between either of the two positions when attaching the seat to the vehicle floor, the seat will not latch properly to the seat striker, allowing the seat to tip forward unexpectedly during braking.

Safety consequence

If the seat tips forward during braking, it can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to the second row outboard floor strikers, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2018. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is S0G.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V933000

Seats › Mid/rear Assembly

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Reported Dec 27, 2016

What is recalled

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2010, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have second row outboard seats that have a release lever that allows the seats to move for easier access to the third row of seats. This release lever may remain in the unlocked position allowing the seats to move unexpectedly.

Safety consequence

An unlocked second row outboard seat increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional bracket and spring to both second row outboard seats, free of charge. Interim letter has been mailed, and a second notification will be sent . Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KD5.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 13V143000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Reported Apr 15, 2013

What is recalled

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 CR-V, Odyssey, and model year 2013 Acura RDX vehicles. During sub-freezing temperatures, the brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism may become slow and allow the gear selector to be moved from the Park position without pressing the brake pedal. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Safety consequence

If the gear selector is moved from the park position without pressing the brake pedal it can allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda or Acura dealer. The dealer will install an updated brake shift interlock blocking mechanism free of charge. The recall began on May 13, 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's campaign recall numbers are S96, S97, and S98.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 13V016000

Air Bags

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Reported Jan 18, 2013

What is recalled

Honda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pilot and 2011-2013 Odyssey passenger vehicles manufactured from March 13, 2008, through December 21, 2012. One or more rivets that attach the airbag module to the airbag cover may be missing.

Safety consequence

The absence of more than one rivet could alter the performance of the driver's airbag during deployment. This could potentially increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda dealer. The dealer will inspect the driver's airbag module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 11V602000

Suspension › Front

Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Reported Dec 22, 2011

What is recalled

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012, ODYSSEY VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 31, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2011. THE RETENTION NUT FOR THE FRONT RIGHT LOWER SUSPENSION DAMPER BOLT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER TORQUE, POTENTIALLY ALLOWING THE NUT TO LOOSEN.

Safety consequence

IF THE NUT LOOSENS, THE FRONT HUB ASSEMBLY WOULD ONLY BE ATTACHED BY ONE BOLT, ALLOWING THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SHIFT TO AN EXTREME INWARD ANGLE, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF STEERING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

HONDA CONTACTED ALL NINE OWNERS BY PHONE ON DECEMBER 19, 2011, AND REPAIRED THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2012 Honda Odyssey recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Honda Odyssey have?

This verified dataset contains 5 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2012 Honda Odyssey. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2012 Honda Odyssey?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology