1999 Honda Odyssey
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
9 recalls name the 1999 Honda Odyssey. Newest first.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.
On certain passenger vehicles and MINI vans, the ignition switch may wear excessively and prevent proper interlock operation, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the "off" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to "park."
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the vehicle operator does not shift to "park" before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that determines the amount of cylinder body wear. if significant wear IS indicated, the dealer will replace the cylinder body, collar, and latch plate. if no signs of wear are indicated, dealers will replace the latch plate with a redesigned part. owner notification began december 8, 2003. owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle IS started.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch. owner notification began june 14, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Vehicle description: MINI vans. the dimmer control for the instrument panel lights can fail.
Risk and remedy
Risk
At night, the driver would not be able to see instrument panel gauges and displays.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the multiplex unit.
Vehicle description: minivan. the sliding doors may not latch properly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An improperly latched door could open unexpectedly while the vehicle IS in motion. under certain circumstances, a door could open completely. an unrestrained rear seat passenger could fall out of an open door of a moving vehicle and be seriously injured or killed.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the door latch assembly on all odyssey minvans built from december 3, 1999 through december 16, 1999. also included in this recall are approximately 1,612 odyssey minivans that had the latches replaced under recall 99v-158 or under warranty, that may need to have the latches replaced again. owners of these vehicles will be notified by honda to bring the vehicle to their honda dealer for inspection of the previously replaced latch assembly. latches with the suspect date code will be replaced.
Vehicle description: MINI vans. a wire harness, located within the engine compartment, could be damaged by contact with a metal pipe, possibly resulting in a blown fuse.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a fuse blows, engine power, or operation of any or all electrical components, can be lost, including lights, windshield wipers, horn, and the anti-lock function of the brakes. a sudden loss of power or lighting, or a failure of the windshield wipers or anti-lock brake feature in bad weather, could result.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protective covering over the wire harness and metal pipe to prevent this problem. if any wires are damaged, the dealer will make the necessary repairs, and then install the protective covering.
Vehicle description: minivan. in extremely cold, wet weather, ice can form in the throttle body preventing the throttle return to the idle position. this could cause the throttle to remain open even though the driver has removed his or her foot from the accelerator pedal.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the vehicle contains to maintain speed when the driver IS expecting the vehicle to slow, a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will drill two additional drain holes in the bottom of the resonator.
Vehicle description: minivan. the sliding doors may not latch properly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An improperly latched door could open unexpectedly while the vehicle IS in motion. under certain circumstances, a door could open completely. an unrestrained rear seat passenger could fall out of an open door of a moving vehicle and be seriously injured or killed.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the door latch assembly.
Vehicle description: minivan. the power door lock remote control actuator unlatches the door in response to input from the remote transmitter. excessive grease in the actuator could cause a slow return of the activation lever to the proper latching position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the activation lever has not returned to the proper latching position by the time the sliding door closes, the door will not latch.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the power door lock remote control assembly.
Owner complaints
518 complaints11 involved a crash7 involved a fire24 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
The contact owns a 1999 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the ignition switch was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 119,617.
- Electrical system
Vehicle turns off randomly while in motion on the street.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicle sideswiped two vehicles going 25 mph. The driver and passenger side airbags deployed with the driver's airbag rupturing and spraying metal pellets. The contact's son was driving the vehicle and was injured. The left side…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicle sideswiped two vehicles going 25 mph. The driver and passenger side airbags deployed with the driver's airbag rupturing and spraying metal pellets. The contact's son was driving the vehicle and was injured. The left side of his chest was mangled, cut and bleeding. The driver did not go to the hospital. The contact's son then stopped. The vehicle's passenger side fender needed to be replaced and was repaired by the contact's son. the vehicle was towed home and a police report was filed. The right front passenger tire frame was damaged and repaired by a independent mechanic. The air bags were just pushed back into the dashboard and steering wheel. The dealer and manufacturer had not been contacted yet. The vehicle had a nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bag) for the driver's side air bag. The failure mileage was 100,000.*dt*jb
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000(air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000(air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called rairdon's honda of burien (15026 1ST…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called rairdon's honda of burien (15026 1ST ave s, burien, wa 98148, (206) 489-2608) who stated that the remedy parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was contacted however, no further assistance was provided. Vin tool confirms parts not available.*dt*jb
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called scott honda of west chester (706 autopark blvd, west chester, pa 19382; (610)…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called scott honda of west chester (706 autopark blvd, west chester, pa 19382; (610) 692-6000) where it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
A recall notice was sent to me in march/2020. I have contacted a local honda dealer, and continue to get the same response that "no parts are available" a company this large should have come up with a solution by now. I'm getting to the point of being afraid to drive my vehicle. Please have them remedy this situation!
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. Hoffman honda (40 albany turnpike, west simsbury, ct 06092) was initially contacted and was then transferred to the…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. Hoffman honda (40 albany turnpike, west simsbury, ct 06092) was initially contacted and was then transferred to the manufacturer for assistance. The manufacturer informed the contact that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags · Power train
There have been 2 recalls for my 99 honda odyssey. The first was on transmission a few years back n now there IS one open for my airbags. Well my transmission was never fixed by honda. And now I can't get them to fix my airbags
- Structure › Body
Driver side automatic sliding door unlatched while driving on interstate. I got a emergency tone telling me something was wrong, but no indication on the dash. I found a couple recalls for this problem and stopped by the local honda dealer (piazza), but they said the vin has no recalls and the…
Driver side automatic sliding door unlatched while driving on interstate. I got a emergency tone telling me something was wrong, but no indication on the dash. I found a couple recalls for this problem and stopped by the local honda dealer (piazza), but they said the vin has no recalls and the recall IS too old. I just bought the vehicle a month ago. this IS a safety issue known by honda and even if it IS happening only now, the dealer should repair at no cost to me.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. While driving at any speed, the vehicle shut off without warning with the exception of a green key icon flashing on the instrument panel. The vehicle was placed in neutral and coasted over to the side of the road. The vehicle was able to restart. The…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. While driving at any speed, the vehicle shut off without warning with the exception of a green key icon flashing on the instrument panel. The vehicle was placed in neutral and coasted over to the side of the road. The vehicle was able to restart. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 220,000.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact stated that whenever the vehicle was hot, the engine would not start. When the vehicle was not hot, the contact had no issues starting the engine. The contact stated that the instrument panel lighting would illuminate, but the vehicle would not…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey. The contact stated that whenever the vehicle was hot, the engine would not start. When the vehicle was not hot, the contact had no issues starting the engine. The contact stated that the instrument panel lighting would illuminate, but the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 169,400.
- Air bags
Vehicle was in an accident but steering wheel airbag did not deploy. Passenger airbag did deploy. Vehicle was moving on a city street
- Tires › Tread/belt
TL* the contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey equipped with firestone fr710 tires, size: 215/65r16. While driving 70-75 mph, the contact heard a loud, abnormal rumbling noise. In addition, the vehicle shuddered. The contact stopped the vehicle and determined that the front passenger tread was separated…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 honda odyssey equipped with firestone fr710 tires, size: 215/65r16. While driving 70-75 mph, the contact heard a loud, abnormal rumbling noise. In addition, the vehicle shuddered. The contact stopped the vehicle and determined that the front passenger tread was separated from the tire. The contact called roadside assistance and they replaced the failed tire with the spare tire. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a replacement tire was exchanged for the spare tire; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle failure mileage was 212,729 and the tire failure mileage was 16,600.
- Electrical system › Ignition
1999 honda odyssey. consumer writes in regards to ignition issues. *smd the consumer stated the manufacturer refused to assist due to the consumer no longer owning the vehicle. *Js
- Air bags · Structure › Body
Right rear power sliding door will not latch shut
- Electrical system · Engine · Unknown or other
Ignition switch recall
- Electrical system
Several times over past two weeks vehicle has stalled unexpectedly shortly after starting or while driving - dashboard lights and gauges (including odometer) all blank except 3 blinks of green "key" light (immobilizer indicator); accessories stay operational (radio, etc) but engine shuts off. Will…
Several times over past two weeks vehicle has stalled unexpectedly shortly after starting or while driving - dashboard lights and gauges (including odometer) all blank except 3 blinks of green "key" light (immobilizer indicator); accessories stay operational (radio, etc) but engine shuts off. Will re-start after a few tries, typically; failed tries include engine starting while key held in start position but dying immediately when returning key to "run" position. Will stay running if key IS held between "start" and "run" location. When this happened while driving, was able to shift to neutral while coasting and restart the engine, holding key near start, to get enough runtime to get the car to a safe place off the road. Recall to this effect apparently was performed back in 2002-2003; looks like recurrence of same problem?? What are my recourses?
- Electrical system · Power train · Steering
Recently, while traveling on interstate 94, the check engine light came on in my vehicle along with a light that reads "tcs". Shortly after these two lights came on, my vehicle began having problems accelerating. When I drive my vehicle, I have problems with the van taking off and maintaining…
Recently, while traveling on interstate 94, the check engine light came on in my vehicle along with a light that reads "tcs". Shortly after these two lights came on, my vehicle began having problems accelerating. When I drive my vehicle, I have problems with the van taking off and maintaining stability once in motion. During travel on highways, freeways, interstates, or city streets, my vehicle violently shifts from first gear to second gear when I press on the accelerator, causing it to slow down unexpectedly before jerking into motion in the middle of traffic. Also, during recent night time travel the headlights began to flicker, go dim then get bright again. The vehicle also slows down when turning corners then will suddenly jump into motion. Also, the driver side passenger door recently went off track causing a screaming alarm to sound during travel. I have recently had to have the high pressure power steering line replaced because it had a hole in the upper hose.i am extremely concerned that the poor acceleration of my vehicle and the violent jerking from first to second gear will cause an accident. My vehicle IS my only mode of transportation to work, school and any important place that I need to travel to.
- Air bags · Electrical system · Structure › Body
Sliding door always was defective from 2006. Always not closing to the end. One slider door outside handle not working from 2006, probably cable broken inside of slider door. Sliding door handle IS lose. My wife not using slider door more than 10 years, because it stock and can't open at all. Front…
Sliding door always was defective from 2006. Always not closing to the end. One slider door outside handle not working from 2006, probably cable broken inside of slider door. Sliding door handle IS lose. My wife not using slider door more than 10 years, because it stock and can't open at all. Front door lock also not working correctly. Also I want replace all air back in my MINI van, I never receive any paper recall from dealer.
- Electrical system · Unknown or other
I'm continuously having problems with both slider doors jamming ,sticking shut, saying they aren't shut all the way. Used to be able to fix by pulling fuses to rest doors..now they won't even open manually at times. Passenger side files open while driving
- Unknown or other
I spoke with eric at honda recall and campaign department--i told him that my car was having the exact same issue as the recall. The key can be removed while the car IS in gear and it has rolled already. He told me that this was already repaired and even though it appears the repair failed and the car IS still at risk--he says that honda must evaluate it first and they might repair it. Or they may not.
- Power train
Was driving vehicle on highway when the transmission failed. Was nearly killed, as I was unable to move car into a safe area
- Engine
I believe strongly, it has to do with my ignition. my engine just quits without any warning. one time it quit on me when I was driving on a high way. and multiple times it quits on the regular driving on local roads.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system · Power train
I was driving the van and all of sudden without any warning lights stopped and could not move forward in my street
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Upexpected opening of sliding door
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10053545Honda: troubleshooting of diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p1456 and p1457. Dealers are to run evap function test to find if there IS a leak so the vehicle can be repaired.
- 10024566Honda service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Warranty extension: egr valve contamination or egr port clogging may cause dtc p0401, dtc p1491, or engine hesitation/surge. Csc was received.
- 10019974Left power sliding door inop, beeps 3X.
- 10018021Speedometer shops can transfer odometer mileage. Honda service news.
- 10017431Warranty extension: egr valve contamination or egr por clogging may cause dtc p0401, dtc p1491, or engine hesitation/surge.
- 10016353Transferring odometer mileage at odometer r&r.
- 10016346Automatic transmission fluid (atf) leaks. Honda tech line summary.
- 10016295Engine-cranks won't start, immobilizer light flashes.
- 10015294Timesert 14MM drain plug thread repair kit.
- 10015292Timesert 12MM head bolt thread repair kit.
- 10014328Atf (automatic transmission fluid) leaks from cooler line banjo bolt.
- 10014299Thump when accelerating or braking.
- 10014287Wheel bearing noise after a/t (automatic transmission) replacement.
- 10014248Water leak at doors and/or floor.
- 10014232Grunt noise after sitting for several hours.
- 10014220Honda diagnostic system locked, needs immobilizer release password.
- 10014213Rodent damage to knock sensor subharness.
- 10014154Hsb 04-021 transmission r&r tips.
- 10014120P0325, knock sensor harness rodent damage.
- 10014108A thumping sound from the rear of the passenger's compartment when accelerating or braking can be caused by the back and forth movement of fuel in the fuel tank.
- 10014103Wheel bearing noise after transmission removed and replaced.
- 10014029Tools for safe and efficient a/t replacement.
- 10014022Dvd i-ves doesn't fast forward or rewind at 4X.
- 10014017Poor a/c cooling during hard acceleration.
- 10013990Don't replace the solenoid if troubleshooting an a/t with diagnostic trouble code p0740 (lock-up control system).
- 10013977Broken alternator bracket or bracket mounting bolt.
- 10013953Audio unit and navigation system anti-theft codes available on interactive network.
- 10013844Transmission solenoid replacement criteria.
- 10013816Will the dvd ives fit earlier models? Honda tech line summary.
- 10013811Can't program homelink system. Honda tech line summary.
- 10013808Srs warning on after body shop repair. Honda tech line summary.
- 10013805Odometer accuracy. Honda tech line summary.
- 10013782Power steering belt tension adjustment. Honda tech line summary.
- 10013779Anti-lock braking system (ABS) or tcs diagnostic trouble code (dtc) 51 and/or 53 troubleshooting. Honda tech line summary.
- 10013763Front camber adjustment. Honda tech line summary.
- 10013607Automatic transmission solenoid replacement criteria.
- 10012643Warranty extension: accord, odyssey, and prelude automatic transmission. Update.
- 10011248Hesitation or surging between 30 and 60 mph.
- 10009278Heater blower motor gets hot or blows a fuse. Honda. Servicenews.
- 10009273Remote audio controls don't work properly. Honda. Servicenews.
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