Honda Odyssey Complaints

803 consumer complaints on file.

#11750437July 14, 2026
ENGINE
The idle restart does not always restart the car following an automatic idle engine shutdown. The result is that the car is stalled at an intersection or other areas where the brake is applied, the engine shuts off, but the car is still in drive. Only fix found is to shut off the car systems and hit the ignition to get the car started again.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750375July 14, 2026
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
My 2024 Honda Odyssey has repeatedly failed to restart after the Auto Idle Stop system shuts the engine off at a red light. When I release the brake or press the accelerator, the engine does not restart as it should. The vehicle then shifts into Park or instructs me to place it in Park, and it is difficult to restart using the start button. This has left the vehicle disabled in an active traffic lane and creates a serious risk of being struck by another vehicle. I have been stuck at a red light with people honking at me and haven't been able to start the car for up to a minute. The problem is intermittent, and I do not know whether it is caused by the engine, electrical system, battery, starter, software, or power train. The Auto Idle Stop system should not shut the engine off if the vehicle may be unable to restart.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750374July 14, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WHILE STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT, ais cuts off engine but stall engine, won’t stray immediately. Have to cutoff engine and restart. Takes several tries to restart. Has happened several times over the last 6 months.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750363July 14, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Start/Stop function on the Honda Odyssey failed to re-start the vehicle after it was stopped at a traffic signal. The vehicle gave no advance notice of the issue. The vehicle defaulted the transmission into the "Park" position, however the electronics (radio, windows, etc.) all operated as normal. Simply pushing the ignition "On/Off" would do nothing and would NOT turn off the electronics. I had to press and hold the "On/Off" ( similar to a Ctl+Alt+"Delete") to hard shut off the vehicle entirely. I then had to place the key fob physically on the "On/Off" button to restart the vehicle. This is a significant safety concern being at a dead stop at a stoplight that may be green. We have had our van to the Honda dealer twice now within 3 weeks for the same issue. They cannot get it to duplicate any issues. The original diagnosis was that we had a loose ground connection at the battery. The battery, alternator, and starter were all diagnosed as in perfect working order. The tech tightened the loose ground, but the issue has not been resolved. There were zero warnings that there was an issue with the start/stop function.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750213July 14, 2026
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My 2021 Honda Odyssey Touring has experienced a severe engine stalling defect that creates an immediate traffic hazard. On multiple occasions during warm weather conditions, the Auto Idle-Stop system has engaged at a stoplight, but the vehicle completely failed to restart automatically when pressing the accelerator. Instead, the engine completely stalled out mid-drive, leaving the vehicle stranded in active traffic and requiring a manual cycle of the ignition button to turn back over. There were no dashboard warning lamps, error messages, or check engine lights prior to the engine stalling. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership (Honda of Middleburg Heights) for an emergency safety evaluation. The certified technician physically tested the starting system and explicitly confirmed the physical hardware failure on the invoice, stating: "The starter motor can be heard cranking slower than usual during start up. Recommend replacing the starter motor and relays." Despite this official mechanical diagnosis of a failing starter component causing an immediate traffic stall, regional management issued a flat refusal of coverage because my specific VIN was omitted from the automated database recall screens for Service Bulletins A23-008 and A23-010. I am filing this complaint to ensure federal investigators document this rigid VIN exclusion loop under the active NHTSA Engineering Analysis EA25004.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750008July 13, 2026
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the rear hatch failed to release or open as needed. The contact had to enter the rear seats of the vehicle, crawl towards the rear hatch, and manually release the rear hatch from inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that there was corrosion on the PTG control unit and harness caused by a water leak from the roof guard stud. The dealer found that the spot weld was not sealed properly. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer confirmed that the vehicle was not covered under warranty or recall. The failure mileage was 32,329.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749879July 12, 2026
ENGINE
Several times the vehicle has turned off due to the auto on/off and did not restart. No warning. This happened two times at intersection near school with multiple children in the vehicle. Vehicle was not able to restart immediately. Changed to a new agm battery and still does not work. Trouble starting. Slow starting and combined with auto on off this is a dangerous disaster of vehicle
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749843July 12, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My 2025 Honda Odyssey intermittently fails to restart after the Auto Idle Stop system shuts the engine off at traffic lights or stop signs. When I release the brake to proceed, the engine does not restart as it should. Instead, the instrument cluster displays messages such as “Shift to Park to Restart” and/or “Press Brake to Start.” At that point, the vehicle is immobilized in traffic and I must shift into Park and manually restart the vehicle using the Start/Stop button before I can continue driving. The problem occurs intermittently, making it difficult for the dealer to reproduce. It appears to happen more frequently when the air conditioning is running, although it has also occurred under other conditions. This creates a significant safety hazard because the vehicle can become stranded in the middle of an intersection or at a traffic light, exposing occupants to the risk of being struck by other vehicles. I took the vehicle to a Honda dealer, but because the condition could not be reproduced during the visit, no repairs were made. The issue continues to occur. I am reporting this because the failure of the Auto Idle Stop system to restart the engine presents a serious safety concern and appears consistent with reports from other Honda owners.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749774July 11, 2026
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
There is an idle function on the engine that shuts the engine off when at rest, the engine has failed to restart and the car dies in the middle of the street, without warning, as if the battery is dead. The handful of times this has happened the car has been able to start back up within two or three tries. Honda acknowledges the issue as far as I know. The dealership let me know this is a known issue. It is unacceptable that there is no fix to this problem.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749390July 9, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
When i was driving, going about 45 MPH, the emergency braking system beeped and breaks were engaged. Not to a complete stop but like a "break tap". Nothing was in front of beside our behind me. It was terrifying and I'm unsure why this happened. Please be advised, this can cause an accident.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749366July 9, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2025 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a complete stop occasionally, the vehicle hesitated while the accelerator pedal was depressed. No warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that while Eco mode was activated, the failure occurred more consistently, causing the air conditioning to fail to power on in hot climates. The contact stated that the failure became persistent. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, who diagnosed that excessive heat caused a starter seal failure, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 16,598.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749356July 9, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The vehicle failed to re-start after being engine had been at full operating temperature then was turned off for a short period of time. It has also struggled to re-start with auto start/stop leaving the vehicle partially in a busy intersection without any engine power until it successfully turned over several seconds after releasing the brake pedal. The dealer is unable to replicate. They have tested the starter and battery and confirmed both test good at ambient temperatures. No warning lamps. Once the vehicle cools, it is able to re-start again.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749305July 9, 2026
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH PLATE
The contact owns a 2023 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the trunk independently unlatched. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently, requiring the trunk to be tied down to prevent reopening. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with water damage in the fuse box. The contact was informed that the trunk under the garnish area needed to be resealed, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 76,465.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749179July 8, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Stopped in heavy traffic in a four lane highway. Auto start/stop shut the engine down as expected. Traffic ahead cleared. I took my foot off of the brake to step on the gas. The engine didn't start up, and the radio and all lights inside went blank. Traffic behind me approached at about 45 mph. and were swerving around to avoid hitting my dead vehicle from the rear. I pushed the start button. Nothing. Again. Nothing. Several times more with my foot on the brake, or off the brake. Nothing. I put it in park and kept trying the start button. Finally it started, the radio and dash display came on, and from then on it operated as usual. Scared the hell out of us. There was no warning that anything in the car was malfunctioning before this happened. Took it to the dealer. They looked it over, kept it overnight. Told me the next day that the battery can get drained too much if the air/cond is on max and the start/stop feature doesn't like that. They used a machine to drain the battery and recharge it and they tell me now that it should be good. I don't believe one has to be aware not to use the air on max while the start/stop is enabled. I'm afraid to drive the car now! Our lives were in danger.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749062July 8, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
While driving from [XXX] to [XXX], all of the safety systems started to fail. We had driven about 45 minutes from our starting point. As the system started to fail, they would flash across the screen on the dashboard saying each one that was failing. We pulled over to the side of the road, and my husband popped the hood and flames started coming out of the hood, closest to the dashboard and windshield. We called 911 and by the time they reached our location, the entire vehicle was engulfed in flames. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749009July 8, 2026
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS, SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving over bumps, the vehicle made an abnormal, increasingly loud squeaking sound. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the failure was identified as a defective driver’s side rear coil spring that required replacement; however, the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired and remained in the dealer's possession. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11748964July 8, 2026
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The vehicle suffers from an intermittent electrical/charging and starting system failure tied to the Auto Idle-Stop feature. While driving and coming to a stop at active traffic lights, the engine stutters and completely shuts down. It then fails to automatically restart, requiring multiple manual attempts to crank the engine back over. This creates a severe safety hazard, leaving my family suddenly stranded and vulnerable to being rear-ended in live traffic. The vehicle also intermittently struggles or takes multiple attempts to start after being parked in lots. The issue has been brought to two separate authorized Honda dealerships within a 30-day window. The first dealership diagnosed a failed battery and replaced it under warranty, but the stalling recurred. The second dealership held the vehicle for five days for diagnostic testing but stated they could not replicate the defect, returning it with no repairs made. Immediately upon picking the vehicle up from the second dealer, it suffered another starting failure in a parking lot. No warning lamps or error messages appeared on the dashboard prior to these failures. The components are intact on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11748943July 7, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1st concern- while in an intersection the van powered off after lights on dashboard said something about a system failure. I tried restarting vehicle several times as I was really nervous being in an intersection and it finally started after a few tries. This same thing happened l, to my husband, while parked in our garage about to leave. 2 nd concern- last week on XXXI drove to [XXX] for a short vacation and while at a stop the dashboard had multiple warnings going off 1) electrical power steering system problem 2) Hill start assist problem. Vehicle may roll upon brake release 3) adaptive cruise control problem 4);power steering system problem. I called Roadside assistance and we waited about an hour and a half. He used a tester and said all was coming back fine but to take van to a dealer the next day. We took it to Egg Harbor Honda dealership and they said if the codes have cleared, which they had, then there is nothing they can do and to just take it to our dealer when we return home. I have an appointment for tomorrow at XXX at 915 am at [XXX] of Honda in Abington, PA. I have pictures of all the "2nd concern" warnings. During the 1st concern I was driving and did not feel comfortable capturing the warning lights with my phone camera. 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
#11748850July 7, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
When stopped at a stop light, the car went into idle stop. Upon taking my foot off the brake to accelerate, the car stalled and required me to push the brake and ignition button to shut it off completely and then restart the car. This has happened on 8 separate occasions. It seems to happen more frequently when we have the AC on on a hot day. It's scary to be at a light with cars waiting to go around you sometimes in the middle of a busy road and your car just stops. I feel anxious when driving on the highway that the car will just stop, though I think that is unlikely given how this happens. We have gotten into the habit of turning off the automatic idle stop feature when we drive and that gets around it, but you have to shut this off every time you start the car, so we forget sometimes. No warning lights before the failures occur nor after. We are going to visit the dealership, but this is a known issue that is already under investigation and so I am just adding our report to the pile of others as additional evidence.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11748547July 6, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
We purchased a brand new 2025 Honda Odyyssey in Nov. 2024. Within a couple months of owning our new vehicle we began having issues with the Auto Idle Stop system. The vehicle will not turn back on at random when stopped at any time when driving. This is a huge safety risk as this has often happened while stopped at a light. It’s also happened when in the drive through. Essentially any time stopped to then go from the brake to the gas. There are times I can get the vehicle restarted quickly and other times it just won’t turn back on for about 30 seconds. The battery light flashes at times when this happens, but not consistently every time. The screen also shuts off and all power to vehicle until I get it restarted. I have had moments where I thought someone was going to rear end me. This issue occurred three or more times prior to our vehicle being outside the warranty and prior to the mileage being outside the warranty. The dealership has since given us an issue now that we are outside the warranty saying that any repairs now fall on us even though this is a recurring issue. They “attempted several repairs” to which none have fixed the problem. We have spent more time in a rental vehicle and switching back and forth to different vehicles waiting for the vehicle to repaired then any family should deal with a brand new vehicle. We are a family of 7 and in no way have time to be completely jerked around and in a manner that the dealership is now trying to wash their hands of. They essentially promised a resolve till we got outside of our warranty window and now it’s no longer their responsibility. We feel completely strung along as now they informed us we don’t qualify for lemon law even though we absolutely did. We were also informed by Janelle the service manager that our vehicle isn’t made for short trips. We have videos of the vehicle having these moments and we have everything documented through text with the manager and service manager of Honda Checkered Flag.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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