NHTSA recall 13V500000
Electrical System · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Details
What's wrong: Due to a combination of system components and software, the vehicle safety assist system (vsa) may apply the brakes unexpectedly.
Why it matters: The vehicle may suddenly and unexpectedly brake hard, and without illuminating the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash from behind.
The fix: Parts to remedy these vehicles will not be available until the spring of 2014. Honda will send owners an interim letter notifying them of the issue and instruct them how to prevent unintended braking. A second notification will be sent when the parts become available. Interim notification was…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2007 Honda Odyssey, 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 13V500000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.