Vehicle recall 05V039000 · February 3, 2005
Honda Odyssey and Pilot
On certain minivans and sport utility vehicles, the steering column may be incorrectly assembled, which could result in a loss of steering control.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain minivans and sport utility vehicles, the steering column may be incorrectly assembled, which could result in a loss of steering control.
- Consequence
- Loss of steering control can cause a vehicle crash without prior notice.
- Remedy
- Owners were notified by telephone on January 25, 2005, and arrangements were made to have their vehicles towed to their dealers and have the repairs performed. The recall began on January 25, 2005.
- Notes
- Honda recall no. P70.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 05V039000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 3, 2005
- Filed by
- HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Manufacturer campaign
- P70
- Owner notification
- January 25, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 203
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Column
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Honda Odyssey (2005): 2005
- Honda Pilot (2005): 2005
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