Air bags may deploy unexpectedly
Defect Summary
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2018-2022 odyssey vehicles. A software programming error can cause the side and side curtain air bags to deploy unexpectedly.
Safety Consequence
Air bags that deploy unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the supplemental restraint system (srs) electronic control unit (ecu) software or replace the ecu, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 25, 2026. Owners may contact honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is unw. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will become searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning april 16, 2026. the information in your report suggests that honda (american honda motor co.) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with nhtsa. Please be reminded that under federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 cfr 573.6 significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
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FAQ: Recall 26V227000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V227000?
NHTSA recall 26V227000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on April 9, 2026. It addresses: Air bags may deploy unexpectedly. The recall affects approximately 440,830 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V227000 or the manufacturer campaign number UNW. 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: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.