2021 Honda Odyssey Fuel Storage Recall (21V010)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 1,258 vehicles · Reported January 14, 2021
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling 1,258 2021 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The fuel tank assembly installed by Braun may be susceptible to the fuel tank overfilling into the charcoal canister. If the charcoal canister fills with a sufficient amount of fuel, fuel may leak out. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 21V010 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V010000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | N/A |
| Date reported to NHTSA | January 14, 2021 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Vehicles | 2021 Honda Odyssey |
| Units affected | 1,258 |
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline > Storage |
| Safety risk | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021 Honda Odyssey in recall 21V010?
The fuel tank assembly installed by Braun may be susceptible to the fuel tank overfilling into the charcoal canister.
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Braun-modified Honda Odyssey vehicles. The fuel tank assembly installed by Braun may be susceptible to the fuel tank overfilling into the charcoal canister. If the charcoal canister fills with a sufficient amount of fuel, fuel may leak out.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Is it safe to drive a 2021 Odyssey with recall 21V010?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Odyssey shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the storage, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 21V010?
Recall 21V010 covers 1,258 vehicles: 2021 Honda Odyssey.
NHTSA lists 1,258 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Honda | Odyssey |
What is the fix for the Odyssey fuel storage recall?
Yes. Braun will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles.
Braun will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles. If evidence of a fuel leak is present, a new fuel tank assembly and a new Honda charcoal canister will be installed, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Manufacturer recall number: N/A.
When was recall 21V010 announced?
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported recall 21V010 to NHTSA on January 14, 2021.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| January 14, 2021 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 21V010000. |
This recall was filed 69 months ago. If your Odyssey was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Odyssey is part of recall 21V010?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 21V010 is open on your Odyssey, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 21V010000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Odyssey owners do about recall 21V010?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 21V010000 applies to your Odyssey.
- Call a Honda dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the storage happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Odyssey owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 142 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 5 of them about the fuel system.
Since recall 21V010 was reported on January 14, 2021, owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 1 of them (20%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the fuel system and were received on or after January 14, 2021, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related fuel system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 142 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 5 of them involve the fuel system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Honda Odyssey: 142 complaints in total, 5 about the fuel system
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
Vehicle applied brakes for no reason. Lost ability to see reverse camera during backing up. Half of the instrument cluster went dim to become barely visible. Radio screen freezes randomly. Engine cuts out or shudders intermittently.
2021 Honda Odyssey owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11682827, filed August 25, 2025
After driving for 2 hrs in single digit temperatures I entered the on ramp to interstate freeway. I lost power, couldn’t accelerate further and the Check engine light was flashing. I pulled over on the 4 lane interstate, turned off my car and restarted. CEL went away.
2021 Honda Odyssey owner, WI, NHTSA complaint 11705252, filed December 16, 2025
Vehicle shuts off completely when stopping at a light or sign. It does restart but you don't know it until you need to go.
2021 Honda Odyssey owner, IL, NHTSA complaint 11744196, filed June 15, 2026
Can recall 21V010 make my Odyssey a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 21V010000 does not automatically make your Odyssey a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Fuel pump and fuel line defects can cause the 2021 Honda Odyssey to stall without warning. If it happens again after the recall repair, document it and return to the dealer.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021 Honda Odyssey has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 21V010
Did the recall 21V010 fix work?
Since recall 21V010 was reported on January 14, 2021, owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 1 of them (20%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 21V010000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Odyssey is part of recall 21V010000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 21V010000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Honda. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.