Large Recall NHTSA · 20V439000 Reported July 28, 2020

Instrument panel software incorrect/fmvss 101/111

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) · Back Over Prevention · 607,786 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V439000
Manufacturer Campaign
T89
Component
Back Over Prevention
Vehicles Affected
607,786
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 28, 2020
Completion Rate
98.15

Defect Summary

Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 odyssey, 2019-2020 passport, and 2019-2021 pilot vehicles. incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) numbers 101, "control and displays" and 111, "rearview mirrors."

Safety Consequence

Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. the recall began september 23, 2020. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. honda's number for this recall is t89.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference recall ID 20V439000 or campaign T89.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V439000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V439000?

NHTSA recall 20V439000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on July 28, 2020. It addresses: Instrument panel software incorrect/fmvss 101/111. The recall affects approximately 607,786 vehicles, with the defect involving the Back Over Prevention component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V439000 or the manufacturer campaign number T89. 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.