Honda recalling 900,000 minivans because seats may tip forward
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Honda Motor Co said on Saturday that it was recalling about 900,000 minivans because second-row seats may tip forward if not properly latched after being adjusted.
The Japanese automaker said the recall covered 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey minivans, all but 2,000 of which are in North America, and that it had 46 reports of minor injuries related to the issue. Honda said it was working on a recall fix to help ensure proper latching and, in the interim, had posted a detailed instruction sheet on how to ensure seats are properly latched.
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Q.Which specific Honda minivan models are affected by this recall?
Which specific Honda minivan models are affected by this recall?
The recall applies to Honda Odyssey minivans manufactured between 2011 and 2017. These are the specific models identified by Honda Motor Co in their Saturday announcement regarding the issue with second-row seats.
Q.How many minivans are involved in this recall, and where are most of them located?
How many minivans are involved in this recall, and where are most of them located?
Around 900,000 minivans are being recalled by Honda. The vast majority of these vehicles, specifically all but 2,000, are located in North America, as stated by the Japanese automaker.
Q.What is the nature of the defect causing the recall?
What is the nature of the defect causing the recall?
The defect concerns the second-row seats in the minivans, which may tip forward. This can happen if the seats are not properly latched after they have been adjusted by the user.
Q.What interim solution has Honda provided while working on a permanent fix?
What interim solution has Honda provided while working on a permanent fix?
Honda has published a detailed instruction sheet to guide owners on how to ensure their seats are properly latched. This temporary measure is available while the company develops a definitive recall fix for the issue.
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