Recall 99V-159: 1999 Honda Odyssey

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Jun 24, 1999, covering about 6,714 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-159
Report date
Jun 24, 1999
Vehicles affected
6,714
Owners notified
Jun 17, 1999

The problem

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.

The 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.

The fix

Dealers will replace the power door lock remote control assembly.

Notes

Owner notification began june 17, 1999.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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerAMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V159000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Honda Odyssey1999All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 99V-159?

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.

How is recall 99V-159 fixed?

Dealers will replace the power door lock remote control assembly.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.