Honda Odyssey and Honda’s Accessibility Program

The Honda Odyssey and Honda’s Accessibility Program

Honda designed its Customer Mobility Assistance Program to support the mobility needs of drivers and passengers with physical disabilities. Sometimes, to enable individuals with disabilities to drive or easily enter and exit a vehicle, it must be modified. Those modifications can be expensive, so Honda provides $1,000 car buyers or owners can use toward alterations or purchasing/leasing a modified Honda model, such as the wheelchair-accessible Honda Odyssey, manufactured by BraunAbility.

Eligibility

• Only the original vehicle owner or lessee is eligible for reimbursement.
• The program applies to new Honda vehicles retailed or leased in the U.S. from an authorized Honda dealership.
• The modifications must be completed for the original owner or their immediate family.

Qualifying Modifications

Honda defines qualifying modifications as any alterations that provide a disabled driver or passenger with convenient access to the vehicle, or that enable them to drive. Common adaptations that qualify for the program include wheelchair lifts, steering aids, hand controls, and pedal modifications. The vehicle owner or an immediate family member will need to provide a doctor’s prescription for all modifications except wheelchair lifts or ramps.

How It Works

Before you start the process, evaluate your needs and consult with a Honda authorized dealer such as Hendrick Honda Charlotte, as well as a mobility equipment installer. Complete the installation process, then submit the reimbursement applications within six months.

Honda Vehicles Eligible for Modifications

The most commonly modified vehicle in the Honda lineup is the Honda Odyssey. If you’re considering a vehicle for mobility modifications here are three reasons to add the Honda Odyssey to the top of your list.

1. Power Sliding Doors:The Honda Odyssey has one-touch power sliding doors, a hands-free liftgate, and wide door openings. All of these things combine to make entering the exiting the vehicle easier for individuals with limited mobility. In addition, wide door openings can simplify the modification process for ramps and lifts, which usually translates to a more affordable price tag.
2. Spacious Cabin:The Cabin of the Honda Odyssey has plenty of space which makes maneuvering with mobility aids easier. In addition, the Magic Slide® second-row seats move forward, backward, and side-to-side allowing you to fully utilize the available space.
3. Lower Load Floors: The Honda Odyssey features a lower floor compared to SUVs and some sedans, making it easier for children and individuals with limited mobility to step inside.

Common adaptations for Honda vehicles include the BraunAbility or NorthStar® side-entry power in-floor ramp for the Honda Odyssey. Nonetheless, the Odyssey isn't the only Honda model that can be equipped with such enhancements. To discover the complete selection of mobility and accessibility adaptations available, visit Hendrick Honda Charlotte and speak with a specialist. They can offer comprehensive details and support tailored to your unique requirements.