NHTSA Campaign Id 99V159000; Date: Jun. 24, 1999
If the activation lever has not returned to the proper latching position by the time the sliding door closes, the door will not latch.
1999 Honda Odyssey
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured by: American Honda Motor Co.
Affected Units:: 6,714
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.
Dealers will replace the power door lock remote control assembly.
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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 17, 1999
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