ODYSSEY SOLD IN MALAYSIA NOT AFFECTED BY RECENT RECALL OVERSEAS

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Honda Malaysia Sdn Bhd clarified that
the recent recall of Odyssey and Element 2007 YM and 2008 YM does not affect
units sold in Malaysia.

The recall was issued due to a possible vehicle stability assist (VSA)
defect which causes air to be sucked into the modulator circuit and remaining in
the brake circuit.

In more severe conditions, the brake pedal free play would increase
gradually and braking distance would become longer.

The company, however, highlighted that the affected models were principally
manufactured in the United States, which have different basic structures
compared with those that were manufactured in Japan.

"Odysseys sold in Malaysia are originally manufactured in Japan, which have
different structures compared with those manufactured in the US.

"Therefore, the units sold in Malaysia are not affected. Our customers need
not worry," assured Toru Takahashi, Honda Malaysia's Managing Director and
Chief Executive Officer in a statement Wednesday.

The company also said there was no report of direct incidents caused
by the possible product defect.

-- BERNAMA