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2012 Honda ODYSSEY
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 2

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 101–133 of 133, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jan 12, 2012–Sep 30, 2015.

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This archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.

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Sep 30, 2015Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WE - A13-081

NHTSA communication ID: 10099273

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"SERVICE BULLETIN - AMERICAN HONDA IS ANNOUNCING A POWERTRAIN WARRANTY EXTENSION AS A RESULT OF A SETTLEMENT OF A CLASS ACTION CAPTIONED, SOTO ET AL.V. AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC., CASE NO. 3:12-CV-1377-SI (N.D. CAL.). THE PISTON RINGS ON CERTAIN CYLINDERS MAY ROTATE AND ALIGN, WHICH CAN LEAD TO SPARK PLUG FOULING. THIS CAN SET DTCS P0301 NO. 1 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, P0302 NO. 2 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, P0303 NO. 3 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, P0304 NO. 4 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, AND CAUSE THE MIL TO COME ON."

Source components: ENGINE · POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10099273 at NHTSA
Sep 4, 2015Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WE - A13-081

NHTSA communication ID: 10099309

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"SERVICE BULLETIN - AMERICAN HONDA IS ANNOUNCING A POWERTRAIN WARRANTY EXTENSION AS A RESULT OF A SETTLEMENT OF A CLASS ACTION CAPTIONED, SOTO ET AL.V. AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC., CASE NO. 3:12-CV-1377-SI (N.D. CAL.). THE PISTON RINGS ON CERTAIN CYLINDERS MAY ROTATE AND ALIGN, WHICH CAN LEAD TO SPARK PLUG FOULING. THIS CAN SET DTCS P0301 NO. 1 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, P0302 NO. 2 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, P0303 NO. 3 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, P0304 NO. 4 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, AND CAUSE THE MIL TO COME ON. AMERICAN HONDA IS EXTENDING THE POWERTRAIN WARRANTY TO COVER REPAIRS RELATED TO ENGINE MISFIRE (THAT TRIGGERS DTCS P0301 THROUGH P0304) TO 8 YEARS WITH UNLIMITED MILEAGE FROM THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PURCHASE AND HAS SETTLED A CLASS ACTION BASED ON THIS REMEDIAL MEASURE."

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10099309 at NHTSA
Sep 4, 2015Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WE - A13-081

NHTSA communication ID: 10099104

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SERVICE BULLETIN - WARRANTY EXTENSION: MIL COMES ON WITH DTCS P0301 THRU P0304 - THE PISTON RINGS ON CERTAIN CYLINDERS MAY ROTATE AND ALIGN, WHICH CAN LEAD TO SPARK PLUG FOULING. THIS CAN SET DTCS P0301 NO. 1 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, P0302 NO. 2 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, P0303 NO. 3 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, P0304 NO. 4 CYLINDER MISFIRE DETECTED, AND CAUSE THE MIL TO COME ON.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10099104 at NHTSA
Jan 20, 2015Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10115755

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - The piston rings on certain cylinders may rotate and align which can lead to spark plug fouling. This can set DTCs P0301 through P0304 and cause the MIL to come on.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.

Source record 10115755 at NHTSA
Dec 17, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10115219

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs.

Source components: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.

Source record 10115219 at NHTSA
Oct 21, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10120776

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - There is a clunk or squeak from the rear suspension. Uneven pressure from the rear spring damages the rear spring seat.

Source components: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS.

Source record 10120776 at NHTSA
Oct 8, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10120774

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - In below-freezing weather, there is a pop or clunk from the front of the vehicle while going over a bump. The front bump stops have loosened and are moving inside the top mounting cap.

Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT.

Source record 10120774 at NHTSA
Jul 30, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10128543

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - American Honda is announcing a powertrain warranty extension as a result of a settlement of a class action captioned, Soto et al. v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Case No. 3:12-cv-1377-SI (N.D. Cal.). The piston rings on certain cylinders may rotate and align which can lead to spark plug fouling. This can set DTCs P0301 through P0304 and cause the MIL to come on.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10128543 at NHTSA
Jul 24, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10128572

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - American Honda is announcing a powertrain warranty extension as a result of a settlement of a class action captioned, Soto et al. v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Case No. 3:12-cv-1377-SI (N.D. Cal.). The piston rings on certain cylinders may rotate and align which can lead to spark plug fouling. This can set DTCs P0301 through P0304 and cause the MIL to come on.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10128572 at NHTSA
Jun 5, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DLR MSG - RFV -

NHTSA communication ID: 10129302

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2014 Odysseys with a complaint of the power sliding doors detaching from rollers. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 10129302 at NHTSA
Jun 5, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DLR MSG - RFV -

NHTSA communication ID: 10129301

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2014 Odysseys with a complaint of the power sliding doors detaching from rollers. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 10129301 at NHTSA
Jun 5, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DLR MSG - RFV -

NHTSA communication ID: 10129300

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2014 Odysseys with a complaint of the power sliding doors detaching from rollers. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 10129300 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SVC-13-002

NHTSA communication ID: 10055995

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. AN EXTENSION ON WARRANTY REGARDING THE TAILGATE AND CHROME TRIM HAVING CORROSION, RUST SPOTS OR STAINS. MODEL 2011-2012 ODYSSEY. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE.

Source record 10055995 at NHTSA
May 5, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DLR MSG - RFV -

NHTSA communication ID: 10129438

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2014 Odysseys with a complaint of the power sliding doors detaching from rollers. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10129438 at NHTSA
May 5, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DLR MSG - RFV -

NHTSA communication ID: 10129437

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2014 Odysseys with a complaint of the power sliding doors detaching from rollers. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10129437 at NHTSA
May 5, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DLR MSG - RFV -

NHTSA communication ID: 10129436

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2014 Odysseys with a complaint of the power sliding doors detaching from rollers. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10129436 at NHTSA
Apr 18, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-RFV-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10055849

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MALFUNCTION WITH THE POWER SLIDING DOORS DETACHING FROM THE ROLLERS. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY REPAIRS. (ZONE 7) *JS

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 10055849 at NHTSA
Apr 18, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

IN-RFV-4-18

NHTSA communication ID: 10055848

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MALFUNCTION WITH THE POWER SLIDING DOORS DETACHING FROM THE ROLLERS. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY REPAIRS. (ZONE 6) *JS

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 10055848 at NHTSA
Apr 18, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

IN-04-18-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10055847

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MALFUNCTION WITH THE POWER SLIDING DOORS DETACHING FROM THE ROLLERS. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY REPAIRS. *JS

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 10055847 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DLR MSG - RFV -

NHTSA communication ID: 10129474

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM)is investigating certain 2011-2014 Odysseys with a complaint of the power sliding doors detaching from rollers. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10129474 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DLR MSG - RFV -

NHTSA communication ID: 10129473

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM)is investigating certain 2011-2014 Odysseys with a complaint of the power sliding doors detaching from rollers. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: POWER TRAIN · STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 10129473 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DLR MSG - RFV -

NHTSA communication ID: 10129472

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM)is investigating certain 2011-2014 Odysseys with a complaint of the power sliding doors detaching from rollers. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH · POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10129472 at NHTSA
Feb 26, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10129531

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - The piston rings on certain cylinders may rotate and align which can lead to spark plug fouling. This can set DTCs P0301 through P0304 and cause the MIL to come on.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10129531 at NHTSA
Feb 18, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10129552

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - The MIL comes on and DTC P0455 (EVAP system large leak) and/or DTC P0456 (EVAP system very small leak detected) is set. The fuel fill cap (gas cap) may also be loose or have a stick-slip feeling when tightened. The fuel fill cap gasket creates too much friction, preventing the cap from sealing properly.

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.

Source record 10129552 at NHTSA
Feb 13, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10129826

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - The driver?s seat heater turns off by itself within seconds of being turned on. An open circuit caused by a broken seat-back heater element causes the seat heater to shut off.

Source components: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER.

Source record 10129826 at NHTSA
Oct 8, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-13-081

NHTSA communication ID: 10053791

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: POWERTRAIN WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED AS A RESULT OF A SETTLEMENT AND REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS IS UNDER REVIEW. MODEL 2011-2013 ODYSSEY. *PE

Source components: ENGINE · POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10053791 at NHTSA
Oct 8, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-102213

NHTSA communication ID: 10053762

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: VEHICLES WITH MULTIMODEL VCM2 WOULD EXPERIENCE MISFIRE DUE TO ENGINE MISFIRE OF A FOULED PLUG AND A WARRANTY EXTENSION HAS BEEN ISSUED TO COVER REPAIRS. MODEL 2008-2013 ACCORD V6, CROSSTOUR V6, ODYSSEY, PILOT. *PE

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10053762 at NHTSA
Jul 30, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

IN-2013

NHTSA communication ID: 10054296

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: AN INVESTIGATION ON SOME VEHICLES REGARDING AN OIL LEAK AT THE ENGINE'S B-CAP SIDE BOLTS. MODEL 2010-2012 ODYSSEY, PILOT, RIDGELINE. *PE

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10054296 at NHTSA
Jul 22, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

IN-07-08-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10052390

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE A REPEAT COMPLAINT OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED. DTC CODE P0325. *JS

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10052390 at NHTSA
May 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

HSN-1305

NHTSA communication ID: 10052477

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF, POWER ON, BUT IN ACCESSORY; NEVER USE CONVENTIONAL WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLIES ON PAX VEHICLES; MIL ON AFTER THROTTLE BODY CLEANING OR REPLACEMENT; S/M FIX BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING, DIALOGUE FOR DVD SURROUND SOUND FROM FRONT SPEAKERS ONLY. VARIOUS MODELS AND MODEL YEARS. *PE

Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. · SERVICE BRAKES · TIRES · WHEELS.

Source record 10052477 at NHTSA
Sep 27, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-12-064

NHTSA communication ID: 10046880

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: AFTER SHIFTING INTO 2ND, 3RD, OR 4TH GEAR, VEHICLE WOULD SURGE OR JUDDER OR WOULD HAVE HESITATION. MODEL 2011-2012 ODYSSEY TOURING/ELITE. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10046880 at NHTSA
Apr 6, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-11-070

NHTSA communication ID: 10042830

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. WHEN IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNED TO LOCK AND THEN BACK ON, THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (RES) OR CD PLAYER, WOULD RESTART FROM BEGINNING, DUE TO SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *PE UPDATED 5/1/2012. *JS

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.

Source record 10042830 at NHTSA
Jan 12, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-12-002

NHTSA communication ID: 10043248

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HONDA: ON SOME MODEL VEHICLES, THERE IS AN ALTERNATOR/STARTER TESTER (AST) MODULE CAPABLE OF TESTING ALTERNATORS, INSTALLED ON GR8 DIAGNOSTIC BATTERY STATION. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10043248 at NHTSA