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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5FNRL38738B021861 · Checked Oct 3, 2026
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5FNRL38738B•••••• 2008 Honda ODYSSEY

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Most reported Fuel/propulsion System 3 Service Brakes 2 Structure 2 Hydraulic 1

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Service Brakes Oct 2019
Brake pedal has become very soft and stopping distance is increased. This happens in all driving conditions. Local mechanic cannot find anything wrong with brakes or brake system
Fuel/propulsion System Mar 2019
I contacted honda concerning this campaign original https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2014/rcrit-14V112-7697.pdf most recent version https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2014/rcrit-14V112-5917.pdf for the fuel filter cover cracking that results in a fuel leak/smell inside the…
Unknown Or Other Nov 2018
Vibracin fuerte despues que pasa las 40 millas y si suelto el pedal de la gasolina o acelero para pasar las 50 millas deja la vibracion
Structure Jan 2015
Wife's van factory paint is peeling off in large chunks. Dealership blows it off saying normal wear and tear. That's ridiculous! I have never seen such a thing
Fuel System Aug 2014
The contact owns a 2008 honda odyssey. The contact's vehicle was repaired according to NHTSA campaign numbers: 14V112000 (fuel system, gasoline) and 13V500000 (electrical system). After the repairs were completed, the contact found bolts that were left in the cupholder. The…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5FNRL38738B021861 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.