The contact owns a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the tailgate fell rapidly and unexpectedly, after it was lifted up. The vehicle was inspected by the dealer, who stated that the struts had leaked gas, which caused the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage 71,061....updated 05/22/13 the consumer was reimbursed. Updated 05/30/13

- Midlothian , VA, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the gas-filled struts that helped to raise and support the liftgate of transported equipped failed, causing an unexpected closure of the door, which struck the contact but did not result in any injury. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 12V062000 (structure). The manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 64,000.

- Glen Burnie, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the rear liftgate failed. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was determined that pressurized gas was leaking from the struts. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V062000 (structure). The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

- Carol Stream, IL, USA

The tail gate of my 2008 Odyssey does not work correctly the gas power struts that help open and close the tail gate have internal failure and need to be replaced so the Honda dealer says. It is a safety hazard because the tail gate slams shut without these struts working. Honda has not included my car in the recall of 2/2012.

- Lake Worth, FL, USA

I went to open and lift up the rear lift gate to retrieve items in the back. Without any warning, the rear gate came down abruptly and struck me on the back of the head and hurt my neck as well.

- Mulberry, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the lift rear gate latch became inoperable and the gate would not remain open. The symbol on the driver's side front air bag leaked water whenever it would rain. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was notified, who advised that there were no recalls for the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 65,000. Updated 3/19/13 the dealer informed the consumer the roof rack was loose and let in water, which leaked out of the driver side curtain air bag.

- Frederick, MD, USA

The R & R glove box locked and will not open. After two attempts by mechanics, I was told I would need to replace the striker and lock at an exorbitant cost to me. This vehicle has less than 30000 miles. What would cause the glove compartment to lock and not unlock?

- Fayetteville, NC, USA

Both doors appear to be too close to the outside of the van. It rubs the exterior, ie paint from the exterior of the vehicle. Otherwise, they function perfectly well.

- Owasso, OK, USA

We own the Odyssey ex-L with a manual tailgate. The taligate has stopped opening to its maximum height. The shortened distance is not obvious until you proceed under the door and hit your head on the rear tailgate. I'm probably like most Odyssey owners--more focused on her children in a parking lot than the height of my tailgate--but the headache that followed hitting my head on the tailgate this morning made me file this complaint. The door still opens smoothly but unless you are paying attention and push the tailgate up a few more inches after the liftgate supports have stopped, the door is too low and could result in a serious injury.

- Norfolk, VA, USA

Automatic rear sliding doors fell off while parked. Door jammed, and a screw had fallen out from under panel. Dorr fel off less than a minute later.

- Anchorage, AK, USA

Structure/body:hatchback/liftgate:support device---I went to open the back door on the van to get a stroller out. It was difficult to open and very heavy. When I let go the door shut on me. I had received a recall notice in the mail prior to the incident, informing me that the struts were bad and could give out unexpectedly. (ref #12V062000) when I called the dealership I was told my vehicle was under recall, but the parts were not in. After the parts arrived at the dealership, I was called and an appointment was made for the repair. Upon my arrival to the dealership for the repair, I was told my VIN was not under recall after all. At that point there was no helpful person at the dealership. It has been 7 months of weight lifting getting the stroller, groceries, etc. In and out of the van. Still no help from Honda (the dealership or national line).

- Mcdonough, GA, USA

The rear liftgate door had become abnormally heavy and does not holdup on its own. Referencing NHTSA campaign id number: 12V062000 (structure: Body: Hatchback/liftgate: Support device) I called the dealer. The service manager advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall campaign and offered no assistance. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not under any recalls and offered no additional assistance. This problem must be something Honda needs to fix on their own.

- Morrisville, NC, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that she was having difficulty lifting the rear lift gate. Upon successfully opening the lift gate, the hydraulics failed and the door erroneously closed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 12V062000 (structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments). The failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 40,778.

- Odenton, MD, USA

Rear liftgate struts failed causing liftgate to fall suddenly on me beneath the rear door. Honda has already issued a recall on some 2008 models. When I called the dealer and Honda customer support regarding the incident, they refused to cover repair under recall. Informed about safety concern but no acknowledgment by Honda that this is a safety issue with potential for injury. Recall should be expanded to cover more vehicles than acknowledged by Honda. Honda should act responsibly to prevent injury to owners of these vehicles and recall and replace all affected vehicles before more injuries occur. The dealership told me it would cost me $200 to replace the struts. My Odyssey does not have electric component struts for the rear hatch.

- Gresham, OR, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the rear liftgate door had become abnormally heavy. The liftgate door would also close abruptly and independently. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 12V062000(structure: Body: Hatchback/liftgate: Support device) and the dealer was notified of the failure who advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall campaign and offered no assistance. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not under any recalls and offered no additional assistance. The failure mileage was 35,000 and the current mileage was 35,803.

- Raleigh, NC, USA

Rear liftgate of Odyssey failed, luckily there were no injuries as the trunk slammed shut. Took to dealer today and asked about the recall but apparently only some, not all, have been recalled, so I am paying for this failure to be repaired myself. Frustrating!

- Maumee, OH, USA

Rear liftgate struts failed causing liftgate to fall suddenly on person beneath the rear door. Honda has already issued a recall on some 2008 models. When dealer and Honda customer support contacted regarding the incident refused to cover repair under recall. Informed about safety concern but no acknowledgment by Honda that this is a safety issue with potential for injury. Recall should be expanded to cover more vehicles than acknowledged by Honda. Honda should act responsibly to prevent injury to owners of these vehicles and recall and replace all affected vehicles before more injuries occur.

- Troy, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the lift-gate failed as she opened it. The contact mentioned that the lift gate was very hard to open up and once it was opened it came back down very quickly. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 47,716.

- Whitehall, PA, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicles tailgae had become inoperable and fell on the contact's shoulders. The contact did not receive any medical assistance for the injury. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that there were no failures with the tailgate and offered no other assistance. The manufacturer was notified who stated that the vehicle was not under warranty and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 18,000 and the current mileage was 20,000.

- Metairie, LA, USA

The morning of the 24th I opened my lift gate to put something in the trunk and once I lifted the gate up it just fell back down nearly crushing me. Had I not stopped it the glass would have broken as well.

- St. Peters, MO, USA