Walk-in seatbacks may stay unlatched
Defect Summary
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2014-2016 honda odyssey vehicles. the second row outboard seats have a lever to fold the seatback and slide the seat forward to access the third row seats. due to a manufacturing error, if the walk-in release lever is used to fold a fully reclined left outboard seatback forward, the seatback may stay in the unlocked position (free-folding) or unexpectedly unlock without engaging the walk-in or recliner lever.
Safety Consequence
An unlocked second row left outboard seatback increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Corrective Action
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will confirm proper operation of the second row left outboard seatback, and install a support bracket to the seat recliner. if the seatback cannot lock, dealers will replace the seatback frame assembly. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began may 7, 2018. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. honda's number for this recall is x0r.
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FAQ: Recall 18V170000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V170000?
NHTSA recall 18V170000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on March 13, 2018. It addresses: Walk-in seatbacks may stay unlatched. The recall affects approximately 254,568 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V170000 or the manufacturer campaign number X0R. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.