Honda Odyssey Complaints (2015)

207 consumer complaints on file.

#11773130October 23, 2026
ENGINE
Vehicle Information:Year/Make/Model: 2015 Honda Odyssey EX-L VIN: [XXX] Mileage: Approximately 45, 200 miles Component / Defect: Engine Oil Leak leading to Alternator Failure (Front Spool Valve / Valve Cover Gasket Leak onto Alternator) Summary of Incident and Service History: My car overheated and would not start on several occasions over the last year and a half starting in July 2025, leaving me stranded and requiring it to be towed. My car has been in service at the dealer multiple times for approximately 2 weeks each time. Oil Leak and Alternator Hazard: The vehicle experienced engine oil leaking directly onto/into the alternator. According to communications from Honda service personnel ([XXX]), oil leaking from the front spool valve and valve cover gaskets penetrates the alternator, causing component failure. The dealership explicitly warned that failure to complete these repairs would result in repeated alternator failure. XXX Service: The vehicle was brought in for diagnostic work and repairs at Brickell Honda Performed services included diagnostic procedures, engine oil & filter replacement, radiator fan motor replacement, A/C condenser fan motor replacement, and tire rotation. Total Paid: $2,443.60 Additional Repair Estimates Provided: Valve cover gaskets & spark plug replacement: $1,901.18 plus tax Front spool valve replacement: $1,641.70 plus tax Prior Related Invoices: An earlier invoice was issued on XXX for $2,096.29 by Brickell Honda for alternator replacement and other maintenance services. Safety Risk Statement: An unaddressed oil leak dripping onto the alternator poses a serious electrical component failure hazard while operating the vehicle. Sudden loss of electrical power while driving can cause engine stalling, loss of power steering, loss of headlights/lighting, and disablement in traffic, presenting a significant risk of collision and vehicle safety hazard. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11764556September 15, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I am reporting suspected odometer tampering / odometer fraud. Vehicle: 2015 Honda Odyssey Touring Elite VIN: [XXX] Current odometer displayed: ∼96,xxx miles Actual mileage per history: 215,407 miles Seller Information: Name: "[XXX]" Phone: [XXX] Location: [XXX] Platform: OfferUp URL: [XXX] Evidence - CARFAX Report (attached) On XXX CARFAX shows two entries on the same day: XXX - 215,407 miles - Source: Auto Auction - Vehicle offered for sale / Vehicle sold XXX - 96,320 miles - Source: California Inspection Station - Passed emissions inspection - Flagged as MILEAGE INCONSISTENCY On XXX, same day, California DMV shows Title issued / New owner reported (Owner 2). CARFAX Additional History shows Owner 1 = Mileage Inconsistency, Owner 2 = No New Issues. The vehicle lost 119,087 miles between the auction sale and the smog check on the same day, before the new title was issued. This indicates the odometer was rolled back after purchase at auction and before obtaining a smog certificate to obtain a clean title as Owner 2. This appears to violate California Vehicle Code XXX (unlawful to disconnect, turn back, reset odometer with intent to alter mileage) and Federal Odometer Law 49 U.S.C. § 32703(2) and § 32705. Attached: Full CARFAX PDF for VIN [XXX] showing 215,407 and 96,320 entries Screenshots of seller's ad showing current listed mileage at ∼96k Please investigate. I am available for follow-up. Reporter Name: [XXX] Phone: [XXX] Email: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11761940September 3, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My rear passenger sliding door is stuck open and won't close.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11760524August 29, 2026
AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE:BODY
2015 Honda Odyssey Touring Elite, VIN [XXX]. Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision on XXX. The driver's frontal airbag did not deploy. During the impact, I was thrown forward and struck the steering wheel. Additionally, a side/sliding door opened during the collision. The door was closed before the collision. I am concerned about possible failures of the supplemental restraint system and door-latching system. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11755046August 5, 2026
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Odyssey. While the contact's fiancé was driving 30 MPH with the contact seated in the passenger's seat, the passenger's side air bag deployed without impact. The contact sustained injuries to the right arm and neck. Medical attention was provided. The air bag warning light was not illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 221,092.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11753638July 29, 2026
ENGINE
I first experienced an engine misfire in February 2025. The vehicle had a P0301 misfire code, and at the time I was unaware of Honda’s extended warranty related to this issue. We had a trusted mechanic friend inspect the vehicle and replace the spark plugs and ignition coils. He noted that there was significant carbon buildup. After those repairs, the vehicle appeared to run normally, and we believed the issue had been resolved. Later, I received Honda’s extended warranty notice and realized that the issue I experienced may have been related to the condition covered by the warranty. I contacted my local Honda dealership in August 2025 and explained the prior misfire, repairs performed, and the warranty notice I had received. However, because the check engine light was not currently illuminated, I was told there was nothing that could be done unless the vehicle was actively displaying the issue. I also contacted Honda Corporate regarding this matter. I was advised that reimbursement for some of the repairs I had already completed might be possible, but that it would need to be reviewed. I chose not to submit those receipts at the time because I was concerned that doing so might impact my ability to use the extended warranty coverage if the problem returned. Unfortunately, the issue appears to be progressing. On June 2, 2026, the vehicle set a P3400 code, which is related to the Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) system. At that time, the oil level was low. After adding oil and completing several driving cycles, the check engine light turned off. However, the vehicle continues to consume oil at an alarming rate. I have had to add additional oil again in July. The problem is progressing - it is the issue that should be covered by warranty but holds refuses to do anything because the light isn’t currently on,
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11753339July 28, 2026
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. issued an official Warranty Extension in July 2025 covering engine misfires from piston ring deterioration (DTCs P0301-P0304) on 2013-15 Pilot and 2013-17 Odyssey vehicles. My 2015 Honda Odyssey (VIN: [XXX]) experienced this exact defect, resulting in severe engine misfires and secondary alternator failure caused directly by engine fluid saturation leaking onto it from the primary defect. I paid $5,275.80 for repairs prior to campaign awareness (Invoices XXX and XXX). I submitted complete reimbursement documentation on January 31, 2026. Honda has withheld my funds for 178 days (which is 122 days past their promised 8 week deadline) while corporate customer care agents falsely claim payment is “approved but pending final management sign- off.” I have called 11 times and corporate managers who are never available HAVE NEVER returned my calls like the representative with Honda I've spoken with each time assures. This deliberate delay subverts federal safety campaign integrity and artificially manages liability exposure. Request immediate enforcement action for an ongoing corporate warranty evasion pattern. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11751923July 21, 2026
AIR BAGS
I drove very slowly over a speed bump by my local public high school and my airbags deployed. My hand was burnt from the airbag, my insurer gave me 14K + to repair the car, but that was not enough and so I took the money and bought a different car. furthermore because of this , my insurer increased significantly my monthly premium. My young children were in the car and were terrified. My insurer also only paid for a certain amount of days with the rental car, and I had to pay out-of-pocket for the other days.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11746456June 25, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Odyssey. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 150,000. After reviewing a Carfax report, it was discovered that the mileage was 154,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11741624June 2, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Odyssey. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 84,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 223,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11740230May 26, 2026
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Odyssey. The contact's stated while her husband was driving 25-30 MPH, occupied with her their two children, he was attempting to make a right turn and he got distracted due to a medical emergency with one of the daughter 's having a seizure in the right rear driver side of the vehicle and then the vehicle collided with the curb causing the vehicle to crash into a mailbox, two trees and a light pole. The contact stated that no air bags deployed in the vehicle. The contact stated no injuries. No medical attention was required. The contact stated that a police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to contact residence and the next day will be towed to a collision center. The contact stated that the failure was not diagnosed by a dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed her there were no recalls on her vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 178,581.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11738121May 15, 2026
ENGINE
I had an engine failure on my odyssey that was causing a single piston to misfire - that i then had a honda dealer repair for around $3500. A couple months later i received a letter indicating this specific type of error was now under a recall for my vehicle so i submitted all the documentation for the recall reimbursement. That was in August of 2025 and I have still not received reimbursement - each time I contact Honda i am told this is just the normal process but nobody is able to provide me a date of when it will be reimbursed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735195May 1, 2026
ENGINE
I bought this car from a dealer in November of 2025 just over 95k miles. Two weeks after I bought it a PO303 code for a cylinder 3 misfire appeared. I changed the spark plug and the code went away. Then on Friday, April 10th, the code came back. I replaced the spark plug for a 2nd time. The code disappeared again. Then, on April 25th the code returned and I replaced the cylinder 3 spark plug for the 3rd time. After replacing the cylinder 3 plug for the 3rd time I took the car to an auto mechanic in my area. After their diagnosis I am looking at either repairing the current engine at a cost of 4500 dollars or replacing the engine at a cost of 7-8k. I believe my engine issue is the very same issue that 2011-2013 3.5l v6 Honda engines suffer from that resulted in a lawsuit and settlement.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11734872April 30, 2026
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate as intended while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a piston ring failure and related the failure to Honda Service Bulletin:25-061. The vehicle was not repaired due to cost. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11733880April 26, 2026
ENGINE
Our 2015 Honda Odyssey van has bad piston rings 1-3. The check engine light and all of the lights are on in the vehicle is not driving and idling poorly.This is the second time it has happened. The first time was under warranty at 112,000 miles, and now the van has 179,000 miles. There seems to be several recalls and known problems and warranty was extended last year, but we just missed it. The code is P0301. I took it to the Honda service and the spark plugs are fouled.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11733428April 23, 2026
SEATS
The driver side middle row seat slide while driving back and forth and never latch into place every time you brake or accelerate
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11729019April 3, 2026
ENGINE
In November 2024, the engine of my 2015 Honda Odyssey misfired and I had all spark plugs replaced. The vehicle had 102, 171 miles on it. The issue was resolved at that time. On April 1, 2026 the engine misfire returned, check engine light came on and the repair shop advised that again the engine is having the same issue. The vehicle now has 117,000 miles on it. This does not appear to be an isolated case as I have read several other similar complaints.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11727615March 27, 2026
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
Approximately 7 months ago, my 2015 Honda Odyssey experienced an engine misfire with code P0302 (cylinder 2). All spark plugs were replaced at that time and the issue appeared resolved. However, the misfire has now returned with the check engine light on, again indicating cylinder misfire. The vehicle only has 71,000 miles on it, which makes this recurring issue particularly concerning. Based on my research, this appears to be a known defect related to Honda’s Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) system causing excessive oil consumption and spark plug fouling — an issue documented across 2013–2017 Odyssey vehicles and addressed under Honda Service Bulletin 25-061. I am requesting this complaint be on record and urge NHTSA to investigate this as a safety-related defect.”
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11721126February 28, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, STEERING
I am submitting this urgent complaint regarding my 2015 Honda Odyssey, equipped with the 3.5L V6 engine referenced in (TSB) 20-023 which acknowledges that the front rocker arm oil control valve (spool valve) gasket may fail and leak engine oil directly onto the alternator located beneath it. This condition can cause alternator contamination, charging system failure, electrical malfunction, and potential fire risk due to oil exposure to electrical components. Despite knowledge of this issue, Honda did not notify vehicle owners and did not initiate a recall. Before the first breakdown occurred, I experienced a frightening and dangerous incident while in traffic. Without any human interference and without my pressing the accelerator, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and moved forward on its own, nearly striking the vehicle in front of me. I had to react immediately to prevent a collision. This unexpected surge was extremely disturbing and appeared to involve an electrical malfunction. Shortly thereafter, the vehicle broke down. After the first breakdown, I replaced the battery. Within approximately one hour of driving again, the vehicle failed again due to alternator failure. I was stranded at night, in darkness, alone, and exposed to active traffic. This created an immediate and foreseeable risk of collision, serious bodily injury, or death. Another car in that area around that time broke down on the highway I was expected to use and was hit by a semi on 95 and the driver of the stopped car was killed. That could have easily been me. A defect that can cause sudden electrical malfunction, unintended vehicle movement, loss of charging capability, vehicle disablement in traffic, and potential fire hazard constitutes a safety-related defect under federal motor vehicle safety standards. I respectfully request that you Initiate a formal investigation Evaluate whether a recall is warranted. Require reimbursement for repair costs Thank you very much.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11718261February 16, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The automatic sliding doors are malfunctioning and will not open. We bought this vehicle used from Fred Anderson Kia of Greenville.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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