2016 HONDA ODYSSEY
6 recalls, 348 complaints - 170 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
23V858000 Dec 18, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F... Read more
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
18V170000 Mar 13, 2018
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats have a lever to fold the seatback and slide the seat forward to access the third row seats. Due to a manufacturing error, if the walk-in release lever is used to fold a fully recli... Read more
Consequence
An unlocked second row left outboard seatback increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will confirm proper operation of the second row left outboard seatback, and install a support bracket to the seat recliner. If the seatback cannot lock, dealers will replace the seatback frame assembly. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The reca... Read more
17V725000 Nov 17, 2017
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats can slide sideways to one of two positions. If a seat is placed between either of the two positions when attaching the seat to the vehicle floor, the seat will not latch properly t... Read more
Consequence
If the seat tips forward during braking, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to the second row outboard floor strikers, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2018. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is S0G.
16V932000 Dec 27, 2016
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Odyssey vehicles manufactured September 23, 2016, to October 24, 2016. The affected vehicles have a second row center seat with a horizontal adjuster bar that may stick in the unlocked position, allowing the seat to unexpectedly ... Read more
Consequence
An unlocked second row center seat may increase the risk of injury to the seat occupant in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the slide function and replace the horizontal position adjustment bar, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KD4.
16V933000 Dec 27, 2016
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2010, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have second row outboard seats that have a release lever that allows the seats to move for easier access to the third row of seats. Th... Read more
Consequence
An unlocked second row outboard seat increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional bracket and spring to both second row outboard seats, free of charge. Interim letter has been mailed, and a second notification will be sent . Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recal... Read more
16V417000 Jun 9, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 Acura MDX 2WD and MDX 4WD vehicles, 2016 Acura MDX 4WD vehicles, 2015-2016 Honda Odyssey vehicles, and 2016 Honda Pilot 2WD and 4WD vehicles. The affected vehicles have fuel tanks that were manufactured with insufficient welds wh... Read more
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. Owners may contact Honda/Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Honda's numbers for this recall are KA9 (Honda vehicles) and KB0 (Acura vehicles).
Complaint Statistics
348 total complaints
23 crashes 5 fires 18 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 48 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 43 |
| POWER TRAIN | 40 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 31 |
| SEATS | 24 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 22 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 19 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 12 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 11 |
| AIR BAGS | 11 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 9, 2026
Incident date: Jul 4, 2026
My rear view camera. Water (from the rain) often gets into it, making it blurry and unusable.
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jul 7, 2026
Incident date: Jul 6, 2026
After the vehicle is off, and after the smart key fob is removed from the vehicle, the dashboard will flicker, the alarm sometimes goes off and the headlights turn on draining the battery and leading to me having to jump the car to get it started. This makes the car undependable as it could happen ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jul 7, 2026
Incident date: Jul 6, 2026
After the vehicle is off, and after the smart key fob is removed from the vehicle, the dashboard will flicker, the alarm sometimes goes off and the headlights turn on draining the battery and leading to me having to jump the car to get it started. This makes the car undependable as it could happen ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 7, 2026
Incident date: Jul 6, 2026
After the vehicle is off, and after the smart key fob is removed from the vehicle, the dashboard will flicker, the alarm sometimes goes off and the headlights turn on draining the battery and leading to me having to jump the car to get it started. This makes the car undependable as it could happen ... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Nov 13, 2025
Regarding: Reimbursement Request for Warranty Extension Service (Service Bulletin 25-061) I am formally requesting a reimbursement of $1,859.90 for repairs performed on my 2016 Honda Odyssey (VIN: [XXX]). On XXX, I visited Phil Hughes Honda in Athens, GA, due to engine misfire symptoms, specif... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 20, 2026
Incident date: Jun 19, 2026
My wife was driving the vehicle after dropping off my kid at a swim meet in Dearborn heights MI, the Side curtain and all the passenger side airbags deployed after what she thinks is hitting a pothole. She heard big sound, she initially thought that the window glasses were broken but later realized... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 20, 2026
Incident date: Jun 19, 2026
My wife was driving the vehicle after dropping off my kid at a swim meet in Dearborn heights MI, the Side curtain and all the passenger side airbags deployed after what she thinks is hitting a pothole. She heard big sound, she initially thought that the window glasses were broken but later realized... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 10, 2026
Incident date: Jun 10, 2026
Vehicle demonstrates body panel corrosion, manufacturer refuses to correct issue
SEATS
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: Jun 7, 2022
I am reporting a severe saftey and crash-compatibility defect on the front passenger side of the 2026 Subaru Outback Premium trim. This vehicle is equipped with a fixed-height passenger seat that is positioned unsafely high relative to the headliner and sun visor assembly. Because the seat height ... Read more
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: Jun 7, 2022
Sunroof/Moonroof After a stop light, while driving at less than 30mph, sunroof/moonroof exploded outwards. There were no surrounding cars in front or beside or in other lane direction. It was not hot or cold out. Evening time. No weather issues. If the fabric shade screen had not been closed all th... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 31, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
My 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec is impacted by the NHTSA Campaign Number 26V112000 (blank instrument panel/rearview camera). I took the vehicle to the dealership for the recall software update. The service invoice explicitly states: 'software update due performed software update on vehicle A11.' However, ... Read more
ENGINE
May 31, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
On our way home from vacation our engine failed and stranded us. This is the second engine that has failed and the vehicle only has 30220
SERVICE BRAKES
May 21, 2026
Incident date: Mar 10, 2026
ABS module has internal failure rendering the ABS inop. This is known issue across JK body style Jeep Wranglers.
POWER TRAIN
May 7, 2026
Incident date: May 4, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000(POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufact... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 30, 2026
The hood release latch cable snapped, which makes it impossible to open the hood for an emergency or maintenance. The cable is a poor design that is prone to breaking, and from looking online is an extremely common occurrence for the Atlas. It also costs $500-$800 to repair for each occurrence and t... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 9, 2026
Incident date: Feb 17, 2026
While driving the entire car goes black kind of like you just turned it off. It has only happened at night time. The dash screen completely turns off and the headlights will go off. When it comes back on the dash has several lights on it such as the seatbelt is unbuckled (when I’m buckled), and ot... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 13, 2026
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
Recently, I experienced a dangerous incident that I believe is directly related to this unresolved recall. While driving my vehicle and towing my RV, I attempted to stop at a red light and experienced what can only be described as brake failure. The vehicle did not respond as expected when braking, ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 8, 2026
Incident date: Mar 7, 2026
This has been reported one time before but the situation has gotten worse when driving at approximately 60ish miles per hour but it starts doing it about between 50 and 70 mph when driving and the car is using the regular engine not the EV section. You will randomly lose the ability to accelerate an... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 2, 2026
Incident date: Jun 17, 2024
The vehicle has experienced repeated electrical failures. On multiple occasions the vehicle would not start and lost all electrical power. The main electrical system appears to fail suddenly, causing the vehicle to become inoperable. The vehicle has been to the dealership multiple times for the same... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 25, 2026
Incident date: Oct 25, 2024
There have been systemic cylinder misfires (each cylinder), anomalous electrical architecture behavior, and transmission calibration irregularities. The check engine light indicated multiple cylinder misfires, which I understand from the dealer is a common issue with the 2025 model. As the driver, t... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Jan 16, 2026
Incident date: Jan 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Ford Ranger equipped with an aftermarket truck bed cover, Product Line: BAK Industries, Product Type: Tonneau Cover, Product: BAK 80342, Serial Number: RVO193745. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the bed cover suddenly detached from the vehicle, be... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 8, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
Service ABS light constantly alerting, every time I touch brakes. Loses cruise control. I called two local dealerships who tell me parts are unavailable. This is on recall, why aren’t parts available?
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 26, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
2017 Chevrolet Colorado pickup with 58,000 miles. Check engine light came on. Scanner reading by a repair shop indicated a EVAP issue. I declined the $1200 repair estimate. I paid for diagnosis of problem $200. I repaired the system by "cleaning 2 filters at the beginning of the fuel tank ventil... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 11, 2025
Incident date: Aug 22, 2025
I have the ECOTEC 2.4 engine the engine has gone out and GM is stating car needs a new engine. At 10,000. Two different associates told me to get a new car before they even checked the car.
ENGINE
Nov 11, 2025
Incident date: Aug 22, 2025
When the auto idle stop system is enabled my Acura will shut down completely when the vehicle comes to a complete stop and the idle stop system will not reengage as it should when your foot comes off the brake and the car shuts completely off and goes into park. This has happened 3 times, the last o... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Nov 10, 2025
Incident date: Apr 12, 2022
I was driving my 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV on the highway with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) engaged. The vehicle was also set to "One-Pedal Driving" (High regenerative braking). The vehicle in front of me slowed down abruptly. My vehicle's ACC began to slow the car, but it was not decelerating qui... Read more
Crash
SEATS
Oct 30, 2025
Incident date: Oct 28, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Ineos Grenadier. The contact stated that while driving in the vehicle, the front driver’s side seat caused lower back pain. The contact attempted to adjust the seat on several occasions; however, the failure persisted. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at a... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Sep 26, 2025
The contact's cousin owned a 2012 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked unattended by the privacy fence. The contact was alerted by her nephew and observed that the vehicle was on fire. The front windshield had shattered, and smoke was visible inside the cabin. The fire appeared ... Read more
Fire
ENGINE
Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Oct 6, 2025
Vehicle propulsion system failed, as a result vehicle rolled down an inclined driveway in to the street and was stuck in the middle on the street in traffic. Vehicle had started normally, was able to shift into Drive, no obvious warning lights or error messages displayed. Vehicle would shift into D... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Sep 26, 2025
The contact's cousin owned a 2012 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked unattended by the privacy fence. The contact was alerted by her nephew and observed that the vehicle was on fire. The front windshield had shattered, and smoke was visible inside the cabin. The fire appeared ... Read more
Fire
POWER TRAIN
Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Sep 26, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that the vehicle was retrieved from a dealer after a recall regarding the air bags; however, while driving approximately 25 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle lunged forward. The contact stated that the Stability Contr... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Sep 30, 2025
Electric trailer brake control module intermittently disabled trailer electric brakes while towing electric brake equipped trailers. This is the same issue addressed in GM service bulletin N232414840 which addressed a similar issue associated with GM pickup trucks. The loss of trailer brake util... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 24, 2025
Incident date: Sep 24, 2025
Summary: Sudden loss of engine power while driving due to lifter failure. Details: While driving my 2022 Chevrolet Suburban equipped with the 5.3L V8 (RPO L84), the engine suddenly lost power without warning. The vehicle began misfiring and lost propulsion in traffic, creating a hazardous situation... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 10, 2025
Incident date: Sep 10, 2025
Was pulling into parking spot when car went haywire and started accelerating on its own. It would not stop until it has hit 5 cars and crashed into a cement wall. The brakes did NOT stop the acceleration. This occurred at the exact same time there was an incoming call which was not answered. The a... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 2, 2025
Incident date: Apr 2, 2023
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate as intended while the accelerator pedal was depressed. In addition, the vehicle jerked abnormally and unintendedly upshifted. The “Service Transmission” warning light ... Read more
STEERING
Aug 8, 2025
Incident date: Aug 8, 2025
My f250 experiences what is known as death wobble when driving over 50mph and hitting bumps. It's been happening much more frequently as of late. Only way to stop it from wobbling is getting over to the shoulder and slow down to approximately 40-45.
STEERING
Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Jun 16, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel was shaking with an abnormal ticking sound coming from the steering. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to th... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
May 20, 2025
Incident date: May 5, 2025
My car has started braking when objects arnt there almost causing a crash Mazda denies this
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 23, 2025
Incident date: Apr 23, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed thermostat. The contact was informed that the thermostat needed to be replaced.... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 21, 2025
Incident date: Mar 15, 2025
On approximately the 12th of May 2023 i was driving home, and while i was driving the TieRod from the passenger side came loose and caused me to lose control and this was due to the crossmember being rusty as per the recall, description.
POWER TRAIN
Apr 10, 2025
Incident date: Mar 20, 2025
Original issue started at about 60K miles regarding hard shifts and clunking with acceleration with my 2017 Sierra 6 speed transmission. I had it inspected by the dealer when I purchased it, told it was normal for this model. Had it inspected by independent shops, told that this is a known issue, bu... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:PNEUMATIC:REGULATOR
Feb 21, 2025
Incident date: Feb 21, 2025
See attached document for complaint.
POWER TRAIN
Feb 13, 2025
Incident date: Sep 13, 2024
The contact owns 2018 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving uphill at 35 MPH, the transmission struggled to shift into gear, and upon depressing the accelerator pedal the RPM became elevated, until the transmission shifted into gear allowing to vehicle to continue driving. The conta... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Feb 11, 2025
Incident date: Aug 16, 2021
Polestar has issued several software updates over the past year that have resulted in serious safety issues: A previous software recall for issues with the vehicle's backup camera has not fixed the issue. About 50% of the time, the vehicles backup camera flashes, freezes, and then fails while rever... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Feb 6, 2025
Incident date: Jan 31, 2025
The front windshield developed a thin, foot-long crack at the bottom base of the windshield during the onset of the cold weather this winter. This issue inhibits visibility and compromises the integrity of the windshield. Message boards on the internet indicate that it has happen with this make an... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 4, 2025
Incident date: Feb 4, 2022
Began to hear loud rattling noise under hood. Brought to Ford dealer who determined the cause is a failed Flex Plate. Car is operable but was warned this could result in catastrophic failure of the transmission. Vehicle has approximately 62,000 miles, just 2,000 miles out of warranty. Ford Customer ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 4, 2025
Incident date: Feb 4, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact sta... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Feb 3, 2025
Incident date: Mar 8, 2024
Loaded children into second row of vehicle, confirmed all doors closed. Began driving, passenger rear door swung open. Child DID NOT engage door handle. Pulled over to attempt to close door. Door latch would not engage, could not close or lock door. Still unable to close and lock door.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jan 24, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
Driver door interior, de-bonding of the horizontal crash protection from the outer door panel. Online research indicates this is a common issue.
POWER TRAIN
Jan 10, 2025
Incident date: Jan 9, 2025
What happened: My 2015 Ford Focus has significant safety defects Ford has refused to address, despite these issues being covered under their Customer Satisfaction Programs (CSPs). These defects include engine stalling, power loss, and transmission issues, which pose serious risks to my safety and t... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2016 HONDA ODYSSEY
2016 Honda Odyssey VAN FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 12.7% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2016 HONDA ODYSSEY
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 27.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
CO2 Emissions: 404.0 g/mile (Minivan - 2WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 HONDA ODYSSEY
170 manufacturer communications from 107 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 17 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 14 |
| 010000 STEERING | 13 |
| 220000 SEATS | 13 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 9 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 9 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 7 |
ATI&04082024901
Apr 8, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2014-2017 Odysseys and 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of the vehicle Check Engine Light (CEL) on with one or more of the DTC(s) listed below (in Qual
ATI&03212024905
Mar 21, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2014-2017 Odysseys and 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of the vehicle Check Engine Light (CEL) on with one or more of the DTC(s) listed below (in Qual
ATI&03192024902
Mar 19, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2014-2017 Odysseys and 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of the vehicle Check Engine Light (CEL) on with one or more of the DTC(s) listed below (in Qual
ATI&02282024908
Feb 28, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2014-2017 Odysseys and 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of the vehicle Check Engine Light (CEL) on with one or more of the DTC(s) listed below (in Qual
ATI&02092024901
Feb 9, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2014-2017 Odysseys and 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of the vehicle Check Engine Light (CEL) on with one or more of the DTC(s) listed below (in Qual
ATI&01182024901
Jan 18, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2014-2017 Odysseys and 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of the vehicle Check Engine Light (CEL) on with one or more of the DTC(s) listed below (in Qual
ATI&01022024903
Jan 2, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2014-2017 Odysseys and 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of the vehicle Check Engine Light (CEL) on with one or more of the DTC(s) listed below (in Qual
ATI&07282023901
Jul 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2014-2017 Odysseys and 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of the vehicle Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with one or more of the DTC(s) listed below
ATI&07142023902
Jul 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2014-2017 Odysseys and 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of the vehicle Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with one or more of the DTC(s) listed below
APaS02262021902
Feb 26, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS02102021902
Feb 10, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
A07-030
Jan 23, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
"Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye"
APaS01222021909
Jan 22, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS01222021909
Jan 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS01062021907
Jan 6, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS01062021907
Jan 6, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS12102020902
Dec 10, 2020
031000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS12102020902
Dec 10, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APP05122020
May 12, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - The May episode of Tech2Tech is now posted. We've got some valuable information for you, so check it out! This month we're featuring "Replacing That Leaky Front Rocker Arm Oil Control Valve."
A20-023
Mar 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The front rocker arm oil control valve is leaking.
APaS01242020902
Jan 24, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. To better understand the
APaS01072020908
Jan 7, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. To better understand the
APaS12022019902
Dec 2, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. To better understand the
APaS11142019903
Nov 14, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. To better understand the
APaS11142019903
Nov 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. To better understand the
APaS10282019903
Oct 28, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. To better understand the
APaS10092019903
Oct 9, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. To better understand the
APaS09252019904
Sep 25, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area.
APaS09092019901
Sep 9, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. To better understand the
APaS08272019901
Aug 27, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2016-2019 Accords, Civics, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of fuel smell or leak from the fuel tank area. To better understand the
A19050B
May 16, 2019
010000 STEERING
ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both the cable reel and the steering angle sensor in position. If you don't , the VSA indicator may come on along with one or more VSA DTCs. And when you run
A13050F
Apr 26, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ServiceNews Article - Here's something you really ought to know about: When you play a DVD with 5.1 surround sound (Dolby Digital), you'll hear the dialogue coming from just the front speakers. You won't hear it coming from any of the rear
A13050F
Apr 26, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
ServiceNews Article - Here's something you really ought to know about: When you play a DVD with 5.1 surround sound (Dolby Digital), you'll hear the dialogue coming from just the front speakers. You won't hear it coming from any of the rear
A13050F
Apr 26, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
ServiceNews Article - Here's something you really ought to know about: When you play a DVD with 5.1 surround sound (Dolby Digital), you'll hear the dialogue coming from just the front speakers. You won't hear it coming from any of the rear
TS-WI-0290
Sep 5, 2018
220000 SEATS
Service Bulletin sent to all dealers to inspect L-track bolts for correct torque and to incorporate torque check as part of regular maintenance
APSa08012018901
Aug 1, 2018
220000 SEATS
Dealer message - The August episode of Tech2Tech is now posted. We've got some valuable information for you, so check it out! This month, we're featuring ?Safety Recall: Left (Driver) Side Second Row Seat Recliner Does Not Lock??
A18070B
Jul 12, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Servicenews article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen c
A18070B
Jul 12, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Servicenews article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen c
A18070B
Jul 12, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Servicenews article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn't responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there's debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the screen c
APaS05072018902
May 7, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 Odysseys & 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of engine oil leak. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect th
APaS05072018902
May 7, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 Odysseys & 2014-2015 Pilots with a customer complaint of engine oil leak. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect th
A16-063
Apr 11, 2018
173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
Service bulletin - The tailgate won?t open from the outside handle in temperatures near freezing or colder, but will open in warmer temperatures. There is an internal failure of the tailgate outer handle switch.
A17-043
Feb 27, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
A17-044
Feb 27, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
ATS180205
Feb 15, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech line summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth? HandsFreeLink? using an iPhone with iOS 11, there?s no phonebook showing up on the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD). If the phonebook doesn
AVE02142018901
Feb 14, 2018
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Dealer message - Every Service Bulletin requires you to take an HDS snap shot and use the job aid or Tech2Tech to confirm the judder/shudder is coming from the torque converter.
ATS180203
Feb 13, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech line summary article - If the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD) isn?t responding to touch or is freezing up, the reason could be there?s debris lodged in the gap between the touch screen and the bezel. Lodged debris contacting the sc
A18-010
Feb 8, 2018
010000 STEERING
Service bulletin - While driving, the customer may experience flickering interior/exterior lights, multiple indicators coming on, jerky steering and/or other voltage-related fluctuations. The B+ sensing screw on the alternator is not torqu
A18-010
Feb 8, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - While driving, the customer may experience flickering interior/exterior lights, multiple indicators coming on, jerky steering and/or other voltage-related fluctuations. The B+ sensing screw on the alternator is not torqu
A16-063
Jan 25, 2018
173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
Service bulletin - The tailgate won?t open from the outside handle in temperatures near freezing or colder, but will open in warmer temperatures. There is an internal failure of the tailgate outer handle switch.
A16-063
Jan 25, 2018
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Service bulletin - The tailgate won?t open from the outside handle in temperatures near freezing or colder, but will open in warmer temperatures. There is an internal failure of the tailgate outer handle switch.
TS-WI-0256
Jan 12, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin sent to all dealers to update the firmware in the affected vehicles VMI computer. This allows for more amperage to draw the Powerkneel up allowing the up-limit switch to be tripped consistently. If the up limit switch is no
TS-WI-0256
Jan 12, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin sent to all dealers to update the firmware in the affected vehicles VMI computer. This allows for more amperage to draw the Powerkneel up allowing the up-limit switch to be tripped consistently. If the up limit switch is no
A18010H
Jan 10, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Servicenews article - We?re getting reports of the information display switching from the selected display to engine oil life by itself. So far, our investigation hasn?t shown any mechanical or electrical problems, so, to avoid unneeded tro
A18010H
Jan 10, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Servicenews article - We?re getting reports of the information display switching from the selected display to engine oil life by itself. So far, our investigation hasn?t shown any mechanical or electrical problems, so, to avoid unneeded tro
A18010H
Jan 10, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Servicenews article - We?re getting reports of the information display switching from the selected display to engine oil life by itself. So far, our investigation hasn?t shown any mechanical or electrical problems, so, to avoid unneeded tro
A18010H
Jan 10, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Servicenews article - We?re getting reports of the information display switching from the selected display to engine oil life by itself. So far, our investigation hasn?t shown any mechanical or electrical problems, so, to avoid unneeded tro
A17120G
Dec 23, 2017
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Servicenews Article - Anytime you release the rear latches on the second-row outer seats, make sure the seats are securely latched when you put the seats back into position. This is particularly important when doing S/B 16-108, Safety Recal
A17120G
Dec 23, 2017
220000 SEATS
Servicenews Article - Anytime you release the rear latches on the second-row outer seats, make sure the seats are securely latched when you put the seats back into position. This is particularly important when doing S/B 16-108, Safety Recal
A16-074
Dec 13, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - The power sliding door beeper sounds while the vehicle is in motion even though the sliding doors are fully latched. A bad crimp in the sliding door rear latch switch wire harness connector causes resistance fluctuations
A16-074
Dec 13, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Service bulletin - The power sliding door beeper sounds while the vehicle is in motion even though the sliding doors are fully latched. A bad crimp in the sliding door rear latch switch wire harness connector causes resistance fluctuations
ATS171105
Nov 18, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Techline summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth? HandsFreeLink? using an iPhone with iOS 11, Pandora doesn?t work on the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD). We think this may be due to some c
ATS171103
Nov 14, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Techline summary article - We?re currently looking at an issue that when connected to Bluetooth? HandsFreeLink? using an iPhone with iOS 11, there?s no phonebook showing up on the On Demand Multi-Use Display? (ODMD).
A16-079
Oct 25, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Service bulletin - During manufacturing, three spot welds inside the top of the driver?s side sliding door were not properly finished with primer. The untreated metal is susceptible to corrosion.
PUD-10-20-2017
Oct 20, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Customer letter - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. There are three spot welds inside the top of the driver?s side sliding door that were not p
PUD-10-20-2017
Oct 20, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer letter - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. There are three spot welds inside the top of the driver?s side sliding door that were not p
PUD-10-20-2017
Oct 20, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Customer letter - Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. There are three spot welds inside the top of the driver?s side sliding door that were not p
A17-031
Aug 18, 2017
220000 SEATS
Service bulletin - The second-row center seat cup holder is loose or broken. The cup holder is coming out from the center seat due to insufficient strength of the hooks and clips that secure the tray to the seat frame.
A17-031
Aug 18, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service bulletin - The second-row center seat cup holder is loose or broken. The cup holder is coming out from the center seat due to insufficient strength of the hooks and clips that secure the tray to the seat frame.
A15060D
Aug 3, 2017
010000 STEERING
Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering
A15060D
Aug 3, 2017
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering
ATS161105
Aug 2, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech line summary article - We?re getting reports of the information display switching from the selected display to engine oil life by itself. So far, our investigation hasn?t shown any mechanical or electrical problems, so, to avoid unneed
APaS07102017903
Jul 10, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2016 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the sliding door inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attemp
APaS06222017903
Jun 22, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2016 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the sliding door inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attemp
APaS06222017903
Jun 22, 2017
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2016 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the sliding door inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attemp
A17-043
Jun 20, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
A17-043
Jun 20, 2017
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
A17-043
Jun 20, 2017
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
A17-044
Jun 20, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
A17-044
Jun 20, 2017
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
A17-044
Jun 20, 2017
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Service bulletin - A judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American Honda investigated the judder and found that the to
APaS05182017902
May 18, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2016 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the sliding door inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attemp
APaS05182017902
May 18, 2017
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2011-2016 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the sliding door inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attemp
ATS161105
Mar 2, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WE?RE GETTING REPORTS OF THE INFORMATION DISPLAY SWITCHING FROM THE SELECTED DISPLAY TO ENGINE OIL LIFE BY ITSELF. SO FAR, OUR INVESTIGATION HASN?T SHOWN ANY MECHANICAL OR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, SO, TO AVOID UNNEEDE
PUD - CUSTOMER L
Feb 7, 2017
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
"CUSTOMER LETTER - ON SOME 2016 ODYSSEY VEHICLES, THERE ARE THREE SPOT WELDS INSIDE THE TOP OF THE DRIVER?S SIDE SLIDING DOOR THAT WERE NOT PROPERLY FINISHED WITH PRIMER. THE UNTREATED METAL IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO CORROSION."
PUD - CUSTOMER L
Feb 7, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
"CUSTOMER LETTER - ON SOME 2016 ODYSSEY VEHICLES, THERE ARE THREE SPOT WELDS INSIDE THE TOP OF THE DRIVER?S SIDE SLIDING DOOR THAT WERE NOT PROPERLY FINISHED WITH PRIMER. THE UNTREATED METAL IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO CORROSION."
PUD - CUSTOMER L
Feb 7, 2017
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
"CUSTOMER LETTER - ON SOME 2016 ODYSSEY VEHICLES, THERE ARE THREE SPOT WELDS INSIDE THE TOP OF THE DRIVER?S SIDE SLIDING DOOR THAT WERE NOT PROPERLY FINISHED WITH PRIMER. THE UNTREATED METAL IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO CORROSION."
ATS160715
Feb 2, 2017
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - IF THE ENGINE IS OVERHEATING AND THERE?S ENGINE OIL MIXED IN THE COOLANT RESERVOIR, CHANCES ARE THE CYLINDER HEAD MAY BE CRACKED. A CRACK MAY FORM UNDER THE FRONT AND/OR REAR CAMSHAFT AT THE JOURNALS AND IS A RARE
APAS11282016901
Nov 28, 2016
220000 SEATS
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2011-2016 ODYSSEYS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE 2ND ROW SEAT BOTTOM ADJUSTERS NOT LOCKING, ALLOWING THE SEAT TO SLIDE BACKWARD AND FORWARD. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF
A16110B
Nov 18, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - SOMETHING TO KEEP IN MIND: AFTERMARKET RADAR DETECTORS MAY INTERFERE WITH THE GPS ANTENNA MOUNTED BEHIND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. A COMMON ISSUE THAT?S BEEN REPORTED FROM THIS INTERFERENCE IS THE VEHICLE POSITION (VP) IC
ATS161105
Nov 17, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - WE?RE GETTING REPORTS OF THE INFORMATION DISPLAY SWITCHING FROM THE SELECTED DISPLAY TO ENGINE OIL LIFE BY ITSELF. SO FAR, OUR INVESTIGATION HASN?T SHOWN ANY MECHANICAL OR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, SO, TO AVOID UNNEEDE
A16080
Nov 8, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Service bulletin - Center Display Visor Is Loose or Falling Down - The dashboard area where the center display visor clip attaches has part of the clip material missing, causing the center display visor to loosen or fall out.
A16-074
Nov 4, 2016
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE POWER SLIDING DOOR BEEPER SOUNDS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION EVEN THOUGH THE SLIDING DOORS ARE FULLY LATCHED. A BAD CRIMP IN THE SLIDING DOOR REAR LATCH SWITCH WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR CAUSES RESISTANCE FLUCTUATIONS.
A16-074
Nov 4, 2016
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE POWER SLIDING DOOR BEEPER SOUNDS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION EVEN THOUGH THE SLIDING DOORS ARE FULLY LATCHED. A BAD CRIMP IN THE SLIDING DOOR REAR LATCH SWITCH WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR CAUSES RESISTANCE FLUCTUATIONS.
A16-074
Nov 4, 2016
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE POWER SLIDING DOOR BEEPER SOUNDS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION EVEN THOUGH THE SLIDING DOORS ARE FULLY LATCHED. A BAD CRIMP IN THE SLIDING DOOR REAR LATCH SWITCH WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR CAUSES RESISTANCE FLUCTUATIONS.
A16-035
Nov 3, 2016
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
SERVICE BULLETIN - A CREAK IS HEARD FROM THE BASE OF THE B-PILLAR WHEN DRIVING ON UNEVEN SURFACES OR DURING ACCELERATION AND BRAKING. THE SHEET METAL HAS A TOUCH POINT DEEP WITHIN THE BASE OF THE B-PILLAR.
APAS11022016902
Nov 2, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 ODYSSEYS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF A FAST CLICKING NOISE FROM THE HVAC WHEN THE IGNITION IS TURNED ON OR THE HVAC IS STARTED. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDI
APAS11022016902
Nov 2, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 ODYSSEYS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF A FAST CLICKING NOISE FROM THE HVAC WHEN THE IGNITION IS TURNED ON OR THE HVAC IS STARTED. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDI
APAS11022016903
Nov 2, 2016
220000 SEATS
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2011-2016 ODYSSEYS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF THE 2ND ROW SEAT BOTTOM ADJUSTERS NOT LOCKING, ALLOWING THE SEAT TO SLIDE BACKWARD AND FORWARD. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF
APAS10212016901
Oct 21, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2016 ODYSSEYS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF A FAST CLICKING NOISE FROM THE HVAC WHEN THE IGNITION IS TURNED ON OR THE HVAC IS STARTED. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDI
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, HONDA ODYSSEY
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP26005
Opened: Jul 13, 2026
Inadvertent Deployment of Air Bags
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a Petition dated May 30, 2026. The Petition is requesting an investigation into inadvertent air bag deployment in model year (MY) 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The Petition contends that air bags can deploy absent a sufficiently severe event to ... Read more
PE25018
Opened: Oct 28, 2025 , Closed: Jun 25, 2026
Inadvertent Deployment of Side Air Bags
On October 28, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened PE25018 to investigate complaints of inadvertent deployment of the side curtain and/or side thorax air bags. These complaints concern model year (MY) 2018-2022 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured by American Honda Motor Co. (Hond... Read more
PE13024
Opened: Jun 25, 2013 , Closed: Nov 4, 2013
Inappropriate autonomous braking
In a letter dated October 31, 2013, Honda Motor Company (Honda) submitted a recall notice to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation describing a defect in the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system in approximately 344,187 model year (MY) 2007 and 2008 Honda Odyssey vehicles produced from August 8, ... Read more
PE11034
Opened: Sep 23, 2011 , Closed: Feb 29, 2012
Unexpected Closing of Power Liftgate
The investigation found that the liftgate struts were failing prematurely and at an abnormal rate in certain model year (MY) 2008 Honda Odyssey Touring and 2009 Honda Odyssey Touring and EX-L model vehicles equipped with power-operated rear liftgates (note: MY 2008 Odyssey EX-L was not equipped with... Read more
PE09024
Opened: May 13, 2009 , Closed: Oct 19, 2009
AIR IN BRAKE SYSTEM
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) HAS RECEIVED 69 COMPLAINTS, AND HONDA HAS RECEIVED 613 COMPLAINTS AND FIELD REPORTS, ALLEGING LOW/SOFT/SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2006 THROUGH 2008 HONDA ODYSSEY MINIVANS.TWENTY-SIX ODI COMPLAINTS WERE ALSO REPORTED TO HONDA, RESULTING IN A... Read more
EA08015
Opened: Aug 8, 2008 , Closed: Apr 12, 2010
Unexpected Closing of Power Liftgate
Honda will replace the liftgate struts in approximately 21,776 model year 2005 Honda Odyssey Touring vehicles equipped with power liftgates that were built before a manufacturing change of the liftgate strut assembly on July 16, 2005 (NHTSA Recall No. 10V-055).Vehicles built after the change experie... Read more
PE08026
Opened: Apr 10, 2008 , Closed: Aug 8, 2008
UNEXPECTED CLOSING OF POWER LIFTGATE
THE LIFTGATE GAS STRUTS FOR THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY HAVE DAMAGED GAS SEALS THAT ALLOW THE LIFTGATE TO CLOSE UNEXPECTEDLY.AT THE COMPLETION OF A POWER-OPEN COMMAND, THE POWER LIFTGATE MAY EITHER CLOSE WITHOUT POWER ACTUATION (I.E., DESCEND UNASSISTED UNDER THE FORCE OF GRAVITY) OR AUTOMATICALLY POWE... Read more
PE06007
Opened: Jan 24, 2006 , Closed: May 24, 2006
FRONT COIL SPRING FRACTURE
THE POPULATION OF 116,000 VEHICLES IS AN ESTIMATE BASED ON AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR COMPANY (AHM) DATA IDENTIFYING ORIGINAL STATE OF SALE OR DELIVERY.THE SUBJECT VEHICLES (SV) UTILIZE LIGHT WEIGHT COIL SPRINGS MANUFACTURED FROM HIGH STRENGTH STEEL (HSS).IF THE COATING MATERIAL OF A HSS SPRING IS BREACHE... Read more
RQ00014
Opened: Jul 28, 2000 , Closed: Apr 25, 2002
UPEXPECTED OPENING OF SLIDING DOOR
There is no summary currently available
HONDA ODYSSEY - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HONDA ODYSSEY across all model years (1995, 2026).
206
Total Recalls
16,625
Total Complaints
9
Investigations
747
Reported Crashes
248
Reported Fires
41
Reported Deaths
HONDA ODYSSEY - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 24 | View |
| 2025 | 2 | 402 | View |
| 2024 | 3 | 126 | View |
| 2023 | 5 | 147 | View |
| 2022 | 9 | 180 | View |
| 2021 | 8 | 195 | View |
| 2020 | 14 | 860 | View |
| 2019 | 20 | 1,545 | View |
| 2018 | 16 | 1,602 | View |
| 2017 | 2 | 47 | View |
| 2016 (current) | 6 | 348 | |
| 2015 | 6 | 268 | View |
| 2014 | 5 | 406 | View |
| 2013 | 6 | 275 | View |
| 2012 | 5 | 325 | View |
| 2011 | 5 | 291 | View |
| 2010 | 2 | 338 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 243 | View |
| 2008 | 5 | 617 | View |
| 2007 | 5 | 1,038 | View |
| 2006 | 4 | 879 | View |
| 2005 | 9 | 1,046 | View |
| 2004 | 13 | 715 | View |
| 2003 | 15 | 1,095 | View |
| 2002 | 10 | 1,117 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 721 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 785 | View |
| 1999 | 9 | 664 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 89 | View |
| 1997 | 3 | 24 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 88 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 112 | View |
| 1994 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1990 | 0 | 2 | View |