Honda Odyssey Complaints

12,890 consumer complaints on file.

#11655697April 20, 2025
ENGINE
Vehicle failed to restart after auto shut off engaged at red light. I was unable to move and had to turn vehicle off completely and restart.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655676April 20, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tailgate would not work (electronically or manually) Other Odyssey owners have had similar problems, some included tailgate opening on its own There were no problems until it just wouldn’t open one day Dealer replaced module for $700+
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655191April 17, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 130,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 230,000. Local authorities had been notified.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655250April 17, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My power liftgate ceased to open or close via any electronic means (button on dash, button on remote, tailgate left button on back of vehicle). The tailgate control module in the rear driver side panel was full of water when it was removed. The circuit board back side was covered with moisture damage which has shorted out the board.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655260April 17, 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Forward multi purpose camera failed and cause the rest of the advance driver assist systems to malfunction.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655280April 17, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Each time gas tank is filled completely, there is a strong fuel smell that lasts for a couple days. recently vehicle was parked facing down an incline after a recent fill and gasoline smell became very strong and an oily (shiny rainbow) slick noted leaking from under where the vehicle was parked. I believe this indicates that there is damage to the fuel tank near the top of the tank. I have started filling the tank 2/3 only and do not have the gas smell with that. Have had the vehicle for about 10 months and noticed the smell the first time I filled with gas, but did not suspect it was caused by a leak until recently. There is an "emissions system" error on dash. No issues with vehicle performance / operation.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655297April 17, 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
The adaptive cruise control, lane keeping and road departure system randomly fails and does not work.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655315April 17, 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, SERVICE BRAKES
All the symbols related ADAS suddenly popped in my car with no rain or snow or any accidents. When I checked with Honda dealership, they said it caused due to software issue and nothing related hardware and it needed 2500$ for replacing the entire system. If it is software causing this issue why would customer had to pay for it, and it could be a recall. I noticed similar issue for all 2019 and above models.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654924April 16, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1) Infotainment system crackles, pops, and shuts off frequently. Will not come on sometimes until 5 minutes into the drive, meaning we cannot use our rearview backup camera. This was recalled in other models but not our specific VIN. 2) “Shutter grill problem; power reduced” comes on randomly even when just idling. 3) Sliding doors will bounce shut or not open all of a sudden! Both doors affected similarly. Turning off the power doors does not solve the issue, so we lose access to one side. There was a recall on sliding doors for other models but not our VIN. We are taking it into the dealer to investigate but this is a safety issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654987April 16, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My 2013 Honda Odyssey is experiencing a serious engine malfunction related to excessive oil consumption and spark plug fouling. On [XXX], the Check Engine Light came on and the vehicle began shaking. A diagnostic inspection at a Honda dealership revealed DTC P0301 (Cylinder 1 Misfire). Three spark plugs in Bank 1 were heavily fouled with oil. The technician recommended piston ring replacement, noting that oil had leaked into the combustion chamber. This issue is consistent with well-known engine problems associated with Honda's VCM (Variable Cylinder Management) system. TSBs such as A13-081 and 11-033 have addressed similar issues in the past, but my vehicle is no longer covered under the extended warranty. I am a low-income international student currently living in the U.S. with my family. This defect creates financial hardship and safety concern. I respectfully request that NHTSA investigate this matter as a safety-related engine defect and urge the manufacturer to offer proper recall support. - Mileage at most recent diagnosis: 116,520 miles - Current mileage: 117,300 miles 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
#11654805April 15, 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
UNKNOWN - Internet says the camera is faulty. Dealer told me faulty injectors. There was a separate recall for the injectors which my VIN "wasn't affected"
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654658April 15, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
The contact owns a 1998 Honda Odyssey. The contact was unable to remove the key from the ignition switch. The contact was able to turn the key to start the vehicle; however, the contact was unable to remove the key from the ignition switch. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 225,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654393April 14, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
LKAS, ACC, Collision Avoidance, Road Departure, Auto High Beam Problem, and Brake System - all these dash lights come on due to unknown reasons. New battery and terminal connections have good contact. Four safety features are now inoperative and no Cruise Control.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654544April 14, 2025
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Upon starting the car, multiple alerts came on the dashboard reporting faults with multiple systems. There was no damage to the car, it had been parked safely and appropriately prior to starting. Dealership inspected the issue and reported the camera/sensor system in the windshield behind the rear view mirror is faulty. This faulty camera now causes multiple systems off line as the sensor is no longer reliable. This is a safety issue as this sensor assists with split second support to the driver to prevent collisions, leaving your lane or speed adjustment with cruise control.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654586April 14, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the contact stopped at a traffic light, the light turned green, and several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle turned off and the contact merged into a parking lot and attempted to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the key fob battery was replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart. The contact was informed to disconnect the battery to reset the computer. The Roadside Assistance arrived on the scene and connected jumper cables, and the vehicle restarted. After the vehicle restarted, the contact informed AAA that assistance was not required. The vehicle then stopped again and would not move. The contact then called AAA to tow the vehicle. The contact stated that the door failed to open. The contact pressed the button to unlock the vehicle and pressed to unlock on the key fob; however, the contact was trapped inside the vehicle. The contact’s father arrived at the vehicle and was unable to find an object to break the window. The contact was unable to break the window, but the contact then fired a pistol and broke the window. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654336April 13, 2025
POWER TRAIN
We have had issues with the transmission multiple times. After coming to a stop, rolling forward, and then pressing the accelerator the vehicle hesitates and won't immediately move forward. It will suddenly engage, often squealing the tires and jerk into forward motion. This puts us and others at risk because it causes a delay in pulling into traffic and has made for close calls with oncoming traffic. We took the vehicle to a local shop and they also noticed the issue with the transmission. We took the vehicle to a Honda dealership for service and while they stated that they could not duplicate the issue, there was a software update that they completed and stated that they thought it would take care of the issue. We are still having the issue and plan to take the vehicle back to the dealer for more investigation. We have not had any warning lamps or other messages. Upon researching this, there are class action lawsuits in the works related to this issue on 9 speed transmissions used in various Honda models during this timeframe. Honda has not recalled or extended warranties to cover these issues. It looks like Honda has sent technical service bulletins to nationwide dealers acknowleding the issue but has failed to find a fix for the problem. As in our case, Honda has done software updates which may mask the issue. Below it asks for the date that the incident occurred - This occurs at least weekly, sometimes more frequently.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654279April 12, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Auto Idle Stop (AIS) system. had many of the other same symptoms that people reported. our car would go into idle mode and then it would not restart. I would have to turn the car off I tried to do various things just to get it started again. this happened one time was the exited the highway and also happened coming out of a car wash location. I took it to Honda and they said because of the idle stop functionality the starter went bad and they had to replace that. I was compensated some money from Honda but I believe I was only done so because they knew something was wrong and I really believe there should be a recall for this. it is completely unsafe and very scary when it happens especially in the middle of traffic. our starter was replaced because of this issue on November 5th 2024, but the symptoms had been going on for that whole calendar year prior
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654293April 12, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sunroof exploded while driving on the highway.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654005April 11, 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Out of nowhere I got a bunch of errors involving the addaptive cruise, lane keep assist, auto highbeams, collision avoidance, and the brake system light came on. the van has under 40K miles on it. From a quick search I can see that this is a VERY common issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654033April 11, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The idle start stop feature constantly doesn’t work. When stopped at a light or stop sign the engine will turn off and when I release the break it is supposed to reengage the engine. Instead it stalls out causing me to have to put the car in park and restart the car. There have been several incidents where this is during rush hour traffic causing traffic jams. Sometimes I have to wait a few minutes before it will actually turn over. The car is 5 years old and I have had the replace the battery twice and I have been told that this feature puts a lot of pressure on the battery. Never can the dealership recreate the issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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