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NHTSA ID Number: 10190301

Manufacturer Communication Number: ONLR9Q04052021

TSB/Document Date: 2021-04-15


Summary

Owner Notification Letter - On some 2018-20 Odyssey models, a loose connection in the MOST bus network is causing a popping or crackling from the speakers or no sound from the audio system. There may also be a Network Loss message and/or display issues. For these vehicles that display any of the above symptoms and it is determined that the symptoms relate to the MOST bus network connectors, American HondaeBay logo is extending the warranty for the MOST bus network on these vehicles to 5 years or 60,000 miles from the original date of purchase, whichever comes first.


AUTOMOBILE DIVISION

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
1919 Torrance Blvd., – P.O. Box 2215
Torrance, CA 90509-9870

April 2021
Warranty Extension: 2018–20 Odyssey MOST Bus Network Connectors
VIN:
Dear :
What is the reason for this Warranty Extension?
On some 2018–20 Odyssey models, a loose connection in the MOST bus network is causing a popping or
crackling from the speakers or no sound from the audio system. There may also be a Network Loss message
and/or display issues.
For these vehicles that display any of the above symptoms and it is determined that the symptoms relate to the
MOST bus network connectors, American Honda is extending the warranty for the MOST bus network on these
vehicles to 5 years or 60,000 miles from the original date of purchase, whichever comes first.
What will Honda do?
If your 2018–20 vehicle is displaying any of the above symptoms as described and it is determined to be
related to the MOST bus network, any necessary repairs will be done for FREE. Please plan to leave your
vehicle at the dealer for at least one day to allow them flexibility in scheduling.
If you previously paid to have any of the above symptoms resolved, you may be eligible for reimbursement,
even if you no longer own the vehicle. Refer to the attached reimbursement instructions for eligibility
requirements and the reimbursement procedure.
Lessor Information
Please forward a copy of this notice to the lessee.
What to do if you feel this notice is in error
Our records show that you are the current owner or lessee of a 2018–20 Odyssey involved in this warranty
extension. If this is not the case, or the name/address information is not correct, please fill out and return the
enclosed, postage-paid Information Change Card. We will then update our records.
If you have questions
If you have any questions about this notice, or need assistance with locating a Honda dealer, please call
American Honda’s Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138. You can also locate a dealer
online at Hondacars.com. Customers in U.S. territories, please contact your local dealer/distributor.
We apologize for any inconvenience this campaign may cause you, and we sincerely thank you for being
a Honda customer.
Sincerely,
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Division
CO-15122

Service Bulletin #21-013 Defect 6M100 / Symptom R9Q00

AUTOMOBILE DIVISION

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
1919 Torrance Blvd., – P.O. Box 2215
Torrance, CA 90509-9870

Abril del 2021
Extensión de garantía: Conectores de la red bus MOST de la Odyssey 2018–2020
VIN:
Estimado :
¿Cuál es el motivo de esta extensión de garantía?
En algunos modelos Odyssey 2018–2020, una conexión suelta en la red bus MOST está ocasionando un estallido
o chasquido proveniente de los altavoces o no hay sonido del sistema de audio. También puede haber un mensaje
de “Network Loss” (Pérdida de Red) y/o problemas en la pantalla.
Para estos vehículos que muestran cualquiera de los síntomas anteriormente mencionados y se determina que
los síntomas están relacionados con los conectores de la red bus MOST, American Honda está extendiendo la
garantía para la red bus MOST en estos vehículos, a 5 años de la fecha original de compra o 60.000 millas,
lo que ocurra primero.
¿Qué hará Honda?
Si su vehículo 2018–2020 está mostrando cualquiera de los síntomas anteriormente mencionados tal cual se
describen y se determina que están relacionados con la red bus MOST, cualquier reparación necesaria se realizará
de forma GRATUITA. Por favor haga planes para dejar su vehículo en el concesionario por lo menos un día, para
permitir flexibilidad en la programación de la cita.
Si usted anteriormente ha pagado por resolver cualquiera de los síntomas anteriormente mencionados, usted
puede calificar para un rembolso, aunque ya no sea el propietario del vehículo. Consulte las instrucciones para
reembolso que se encuentra anexa para ver los requisitos de elegibilidad y el procedimiento de reembolso.
Información para el arrendador
Por favor envié una copia de esta notificación al arrendatario.
Qué debe hacer si considera que esta notificación es errónea
Nuestros registros indican que usted es propietario o arrendatario de un vehículo Odyssey 2018–2020,
el cual forma parte de esta extensión de garantía. Si no es el caso, o si la información de nombre/dirección
no está correcta, por favor llene y devuelva la Tarjeta de Cambio de Información anexa pre-pagada. Con
esto actualizaremos nuestros registros.
Si usted anteriormente ha pagado por el reemplazo del inversor de potencia del motor IMA debido a una unión
con soldadura defectuosa, usted puede calificar para un rembolso, aunque ya no sea el propietario del vehículo.
Consulte las instrucciones para reembolso que se encuentra anexa para ver los requisitos de elegibilidad y el
procedimiento de reembolso.
Si tiene preguntas
Si tiene preguntas acerca de esta notificación o si necesita asistencia para ponerse en contacto con un
concesionario Honda, por favor comuníquese con el Centro de Apoyo al Cliente y Campañas de American
Honda al 1-888-234-2138. Usted también puede ubicar un concesionario en línea en Hondacars.com. Los
clientes en territorios de Estados Unidos, por favor comuníquense con su concesionario/distribuidor local.
Le pedimos disculpas por cualquier inconveniente que esta campaña pudiera causarle y le agradecemos
sinceramente por ser un cliente Honda.
Atentamente,
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Boletín de Servicio #21-013 Defecto #6M100 / Síntoma #R9Q00

Instructions for Reimbursement
Honda Warranty Extension 6M1
Eligibility Requirements
You may be eligible for reimbursement if you meet all the requirements:
• You paid to have your vehicle’s audio system MOST bus network connectors repaired.
• Repairs were made prior to the notice date; repairs made after the notice date must be
administered by a Honda dealer.
• You owned the vehicle at the time of repair. You are still eligible if you no longer own the vehicle.
• You provide a paid invoice.
Please complete this form and attach the items listed below. Failure to include all requested information
will result in delays and possible denial of your request.
Your invoice must include:
1. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
2. Name and Address of the repair facility
3. Diagnosis and itemized cost of repair – parts and labor
4. Date the work was completed
5. Proof of Payment – copy of the canceled check, bank statement, or credit card receipt showing that
you paid for the repair. Cash payments must be documented on the invoice and a cash payment
receipt must be provided. Please submit copies only. These documents will not be returned.
Repairs were performed at (check one):

❒ Authorized Honda Dealer

❒ Independent Repair Facility

Return Your Reimbursement Request Form and Requested Documents
Via Fax:

(310) 224-6051

Via Mail:

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
American Honda Customer Support & Campaign Center
P.O. Box 2964
Torrance, CA 90509-2964

(Fill-in the information below – Please print)
Your Name:
Home Address:

Apt.#:

City:

State:

Daytime Phone:

Cell
Phone:

ZIP:

Vehicle Identification Number
e-mail Address:
Total Amount Requested:

$

Repair cost only. Incidental expenses (rental, fuel, loss of wages, etc.) are not covered.
If you have any questions about this form, please contact
American Honda’s Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138
6M1

Instrucciones para el reembolso
Extensión de garantía HondaeBay logo 6M1
Requisitos de elegibilidad
Usted puede calificar para un reembolso si cumple con todos los requisitos:
• Usted anteriormente ha pagado por la reparación de los conectores de la red bus MOST del sistema de
audio del vehículo.
• Las reparaciones se realizaron previamente a la fecha de la notificación; las reparaciones realizadas
después de la fecha de la notificación deben ser administradas por un concesionario Honda.
• Usted era el propietario del vehículo en el momento de la reparación. Usted puede calificar, aunque no
sea el propietario actualmente.
• Usted demuestra una factura pagada.
Por favor complete este formulario y adjunte los elementos enumerados a continuación. De no incluir
toda la información requerida resultará en un retraso y posiblemente el rechazo de su solicitud.
Su factura debe incluir:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Número de identificación del vehículo (VIN)
Nombre y dirección de la instalación que realizó la reparación
El diagnóstico y el costo desglosado de la reparación – repuestos y mano de obra
La fecha de cuando se realizó el trabajo
Prueba de pago – una copia del cheque cancelado, estado de cuenta bancario o recibo de
cargo a tarjeta de crédito mostrando que usted pago por la reparación. Los pagos en dinero
en efectivo deben estar documentados en la factura y un recibo de pago en efectivo debe ser
suministrado. Por favor envíe copias solamente. Estos documentos no serán devueltos.

Las reparaciones fueron realizadas en un (marque uno):
❒ Concesionario autorizado HondaeBay logo ❒ Centro de reparación independiente

Regrese el formulario de Solicitud de reembolso y los documentos requeridos
Por Fax al:

(310) 224-6051

Por correo a:

American HondaeBay logo Motor Co., Inc.
American Honda Customer Support & Campaign Center
P.O. Box 2964
Torrance, CA 90509-2964

(Llene la información a continuación – Por favor escriba en letra legible)
Su nombre:
Dirección de domicilio:

# de apartamento:

Ciudad:

Estado:

Número de teléfono
durante el día:

Código
postal:

Número de
teléfono celular:

Número de identificación del vehículo:
Dirección de correo electrónico:
Monto total solicitado:

$

Solamente el costo de la reparación. Los gastos incidentales (alquiler, combustible, pérdida de salario, etc.) no serán cubiertos.
Si tiene alguna pregunta acerca de este formulario, por favor comuníquese con
el Centro de Apoyo al Cliente y Campañas de American HondaeBay logo al 1-888-234-2138
6M1

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