Investigation PE08026: 2005 Honda Odyssey

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Apr 10, 2008

Closed

Aug 8, 2008

Model years

2005

Subject

Unexpected closing of power liftgate

Component: Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate

Summary

The liftgate gas struts for the subject vehicles may have damaged gas seals that allow the liftgate to close unexpectedly.at the completion of a power-open command, the power liftgate may either close without power actuation (I.e., descend unassisted under the force of gravity) or automatically power-close without input from the operator.some owners are caught unaware of the unintended closing of the liftgate while under the rear liftgate door.there have been ten reported injuries related to the alleged problem on the subject vehicles.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea08-015).

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2005 Honda Odyssey830 complaints