Confirmed Vehicle Fitment
Honda part number 33501-S0X-A01 fits the following U.S.-market applications:
- 1999 Honda Odyssey LX
- 1999 Honda Odyssey EX
- 2000 Honda Odyssey LX
- 2000 Honda Odyssey EX
- 2001 Honda Odyssey LX
- 2001 Honda Odyssey EX
The Honda catalog identifies this part as the right-side tail lamp for 1999–2001 Odyssey five-door models. Review the cataloged fitment for Honda 33501-S0X-A01.
Always compare the part number and lamp configuration with your original assembly before ordering. Vehicle production dates, previous body repairs and market-specific equipment can occasionally make a vehicle more interesting than Honda intended.
Factory Fit Without Aftermarket Guesswork
A tail lamp does more than fill the hole in the rear quarter panel. Its mounting points, socket openings and sealing surfaces must align correctly with the vehicle.
Because 33501-S0X-A01 is a genuine Honda replacement part, it is manufactured for the original Odyssey mounting location. Benefits include:
- Factory-correct exterior shape
- Proper passenger-side orientation
- Original-style mounting points
- Correct bulb-socket openings
- Accurate body-panel alignment
- Factory-style red and clear lens sections
- Proper fit against the rear body opening
- Compatibility with the original wiring and bulb sockets
- Clean original-equipment appearance
A correctly fitted housing also helps prevent water, dirt and condensation from reaching the bulbs and electrical connections.
When Should the Odyssey Tail Light Housing Be Replaced?
Replace the housing when inspection reveals:
- Cracked exterior lens
- Broken mounting tab
- Impact damage
- Water inside the assembly
- Persistent internal condensation
- Faded or discolored lens
- Warped housing
- Damaged bulb-socket opening
- Loose fit against the body
- Failed previous sealant repair
- Missing sections of the lens
- Tail light that has achieved the distinguished aquarium appearance
A burned-out bulb does not automatically require a complete housing. If the lens, mounting points and internal reflector remain intact, the bulb may be the only part requiring replacement.
Follow our Honda Odyssey tail light bulb replacement guide to inspect the bulb and remove the lamp assembly before ordering unnecessary parts.
Passenger Side Means Right Side
This tail lamp fits the vehicle’s right rear passenger side when viewed from the driver’s seat.
It does not fit the left or driver side.
Automotive parts catalogs define left and right from the perspective of someone sitting inside the vehicle facing forward—not from the perspective of someone standing behind the van while slowly becoming annoyed.
What Is Included?
This listing is for the genuine Honda passenger-side tail lamp lens and housing identified by part number 33501-S0X-A01.
Unless specifically pictured or stated separately, plan to reuse serviceable components from the original assembly, which may include:
- Tail light bulb
- Brake light bulb
- Turn-signal bulb
- Reverse-light bulb
- Bulb sockets
- Wiring connections
- Mounting screws
- Interior trim covers
Inspect the original sockets and wiring before installation. Replace any component that is melted, corroded, cracked or unable to hold the bulb securely.
Does This Housing Include the Bulbs?
Bulbs should not be assumed to be included unless the product packaging or listing specifically states that they are.
The 2000 Odyssey featured in our installation guide uses a 7443 bulb in the primary tail and brake-light position. Confirm every required bulb number against your vehicle and original socket before ordering replacements.
A complete lamp housing will not repair a failed bulb, damaged socket, blown fuse or broken wire by the sheer force of being new and shiny.
Why Choose a Genuine Honda Tail Light?
Aftermarket tail lamps can vary in lens color, housing quality and mounting accuracy. Some work well. Others fit as though the mold was designed from a photograph taken across a parking lot.
A genuine Honda housing provides:
- Original-equipment dimensions
- Correct lens color and appearance
- Factory mounting geometry
- Proper socket alignment
- Consistent sealing surfaces
- Original exterior styling
- Straightforward replacement using factory hardware
For an older Odyssey that still retains its original bodywork, an OEM housing is the safest choice when factory appearance and predictable fit matter.
How to Install Honda 33501-S0X-A01
Installation can usually be completed with common hand tools.
1. Prepare the Vehicle
Park the Odyssey on a level surface, switch off the exterior lights and open the rear liftgate.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal if you will be handling damaged wiring or exposed electrical connections.
2. Open the Tail Lamp Access Covers
Locate the small trim tabs or covers beside the passenger-side tail lamp. Carefully open them to expose the mounting screws.
Use a plastic trim tool or flat screwdriver carefully. Old plastic tends to become brittle after decades of heat and sunlight.
3. Remove the Mounting Screws
Remove the two screws securing the tail lamp assembly.
Support the housing as the final fastener is removed.
4. Pull the Housing Away From the Body
Pull the assembly straight outward without twisting it excessively.
Do not pry against the painted body panel. Damaging the quarter panel while replacing a tail light is a particularly inefficient way to expand the repair.
5. Remove the Bulb Sockets
Rotate each bulb socket counterclockwise and withdraw it from the original housing.
Inspect for:
- Corrosion
- Melted plastic
- Loose terminals
- Damaged seals
- Burned contacts
- Moisture contamination
Replace defective sockets or bulbs before installing them in the new housing.
6. Install the Sockets in the New Housing
Insert each socket into its corresponding opening and rotate it clockwise until securely locked.
Verify that the sealing surfaces sit evenly.
7. Mount the New Tail Lamp
Position the Honda 33501-S0X-A01 housing against the passenger-side body opening. Align its locating points and mounting holes before tightening the screws.
Tighten the fasteners evenly. Do not overtighten them against the plastic housing.
8. Test Every Light Function
Before closing the trim covers, verify:
- Tail light
- Brake light
- Turn signal
- Reverse light
- Hazard lights
Ask an assistant to operate the controls or position the vehicle where you can safely observe the lamp’s reflection.
For additional removal photographs and vehicle-specific guidance, see our detailed 1999–2001 Honda Odyssey tail light replacement procedure.
Check the Electrical System Before Blaming the Housing
A replacement housing repairs physical lamp damage. It does not repair an electrical fault.
If the lens is intact but the light remains inoperative, inspect:
- Bulb filament
- Bulb socket
- Socket ground
- Connector terminals
- Vehicle wiring
- Applicable fuse
- Brake-light switch
- Turn-signal circuit
- Corrosion or moisture
If multiple exterior lights brighten and dim with engine speed, the problem may involve the charging system or a high-resistance ground rather than the tail lamp itself. Pro Street’s battery warning light diagnostic guide explains how alternator output and electrical connections affect vehicle lighting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does Honda 33501-S0X-A01 fit?
It fits the right rear passenger side of U.S.-market 1999, 2000 and 2001 Honda Odyssey five-door models.
Is 33501-S0X-A01 for the driver or passenger side?
It is for the passenger side, also called the right rear side.
Is this a genuine Honda part?
Yes. Manufacturer part number 33501-S0X-A01 is cataloged as a Genuine Honda right tail lamp unit.
Does it fit a 2002 Honda Odyssey?
No. The confirmed application is limited to the 1999–2001 model years. The 2002 Odyssey uses different rear-lighting components.
Does this housing include bulbs and sockets?
Do not assume bulbs, sockets, wiring or mounting hardware are included unless they are specifically shown or listed. The original serviceable components can normally be transferred.
Can I replace this tail light at home?
Yes. The assembly is secured with accessible screws and uses twist-lock bulb sockets. Most owners can complete the replacement with basic hand tools.
Will this fix a passenger-side brake light that does not work?
Only if the housing is physically damaged and causing the failure. Test the bulb, socket, ground and wiring before replacing an intact housing.
Why is there water inside my Odyssey tail light?
A cracked lens, separated housing seam, damaged socket seal or poorly seated socket can allow moisture inside. Replace the housing if its lens or sealed structure is damaged.
Final Check Before Ordering
Confirm all three details:
- Your vehicle is a 1999–2001 Honda Odyssey.
- You need the right rear passenger-side lamp.
- Your required part number is 33501-S0X-A01.
If those details match, this genuine Honda tail lamp provides the factory-style replacement needed to restore proper fit and appearance.
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