The letter tells dealers what to tell customers with affected vehicles - they need to do an inspection and possibly replace parts. It was a machining error (maybe tool wear) so odds are plenty of parts are just fine but some (and enough to get noticed) got past their inspection checks at the machining step. A dealer tech will measure the relevant parts and determine they need replaced or they're fine.
I would assume the fix is a new crankshaft, main and rod bearings.
Can ask also why the 2017 Pilot isn't included yet the 2017 Ridgeline with the same J-35 engine is. Perhaps different machine facilities or equipment used on those during manufacturing? It is strange the skipping of years on the different models with the "same" engines. The recall/stop sale is being limited to certain VIN numbers so there must have been some type of tracking used to know which engines may have been affected.
Not yet that I can find but the notice says to contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138 with questions. A Honda dealer may be able to see the VIN's affected also
I think they're all built in Anna OH. Actually, looks like they're built in Alabama too which makes sense 'cause that's where they assemble Odysseys and other larger models.
Yep, that was what I was trying to tell you in a previous thread.
My '14 Odyssey had a low rpm rattle under load 1600 to 2000 rpm range. I gave up trying to chase the issue looking for loose bolts and suspecting transmission issues.
For the vehicles that haven't experienced failure yet, I'd guess the fix is a service-size bearing that allows for proper clearance.
