Honda

Odyssey (RL3)

2005-2010 · Minivan ยท 2 engines
Best Engine โŒ Avoid (1.6)
3,305 NHTSA Complaints
14 Recalls
56 Fire Reports
138 Crash Reports
View all 4 generations of the Honda Odyssey → ๐Ÿ“‹ Inspection checklist

Engine Reliability Ratings

J35A6

3.5L 6-cyl / 255 hp
โŒ Avoid (1.6)
751 complaints 122.7 per year Gasoline
8 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

body
179
brakes
157
engine
104
steering
80
other
72

Known Issues

Body/Trim Issues (179 complaints)
Typical onset: 35,000โ€“100,000 mi Est. repair: $242โ€“$715 (14 reports)
Brakes Issues (157 complaints)
Typical onset: 26,000โ€“74,000 mi Est. repair: $800โ€“$1,350 (11 reports)
Engine Issues (104 complaints)
Typical onset: 52,000โ€“100,124 mi Est. repair: $617โ€“$1,872 (19 reports)

J35A7

3.5L 6-cyl / 244 hp
โŒ Avoid (1.0)
1,963 complaints 327.2 per year Gasoline
40 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

body
396
brakes
360
engine
340
steering
227
transmission
215

Known Issues

Body/Trim Issues (396 complaints)
Typical onset: 50,000โ€“123,000 mi Est. repair: $300โ€“$1,000 (19 reports)
Brakes Issues (360 complaints)
Typical onset: 15,942โ€“72,250 mi Est. repair: $350โ€“$1,110 (7 reports)
Engine Issues (340 complaints)
Typical onset: 60,000โ€“125,000 mi Est. repair: $725โ€“$1,365 (69 reports)

10 additional engine variants with fewer than 10 complaints not shown.

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Honda Odyssey regardless of engine variant.

Body/Trim Issues (579 complaints)
body critical
Brakes Issues (520 complaints)
brakes critical
Engine Issues (448 complaints)
engine critical
Steering Issues (309 complaints)
steering critical
Transmission Issues (284 complaints)
transmission critical

Recalls (14)

14E049000Jul 27, 2014serious
Fuel System

Delphi Automotive Systems, LLC (Delphi) is recalling certain replacement fuel pump modules, part number FG1155-11B1, sold for use in 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The affected fuel pump may send an incorrect fuel reading to the fuel gauge possibly causing the vehicle to run out of fuel. The fuel gauge will always read 3/4 full to full regardless of the actual level.

14V112000Mar 13, 2014serious
Fuel System

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.

13V500000Jan 10, 2013serious
Electrical System

American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 8, 2006, through September 8, 2008. Due to a combination of system components and software, the Vehicle Safety Assist System (VSA) may apply the brakes unexpectedly.

12V062000Feb 15, 2012serious
Structure

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 ODYSSEY VEHICLES, THE GAS-FILLED STRUTS THAT HELP TO RAISE AND SUPPORT THE LIFTGATE OF VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM MAY BE PRONE TO EARLY LIFE FAILURES DUE TO A MANUFACTURING FLAW. THE FLAW CAN RESULT IN A LEAK OF THE PRESSURIZED GAS, LEADING TO REDUCED STRUT PERFORMANCE.

10V055000Feb 22, 2010serious
Structure

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 ODYSSEY TOURING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER OPERATED REAR LIFTGATE. THE POWER LIFTGATE GAS STRUTS MAY DETERIORATE UNEXPECTEDLY EARLY. STRUTS THAT HAVE WORN OUT PREMATURELY MAY FAIL TO HOLD THE POWER LIFTGATE IN THE FULLY OPEN POSITION, CAUSING THE POWER LIFTGATE TO CLOSE UNEXPECTEDLY.

10V504000Oct 21, 2010serious
Service Brakes

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ODYSSEY AND ACURA RL VEHICLES. BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING POLYMERS IS USED THAT ACTS AS A LUBRICANT FOR CERTAIN BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS. IF REPLACEMENT BRAKE FLUID IS USED THAT DOES NOT CONTAIN SUCH POLYMERS, OR THAT CONTAINS ONLY SMALL AMOUNTS, A PART OF THE RUBBER SEAL LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER MAY BECOME DRY, AND THE SEAL MAY CURL DURING MOVEMENT OF THE PISTON. IF THIS OCCURS, A SMALL AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID COULD SLOWLY LEAK FROM THE SEAL INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER.

10V098000Mar 15, 2010serious
Service Brakes, Air

HONDA HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 AND 2008 ODYSSEY AND ELEMENT PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JULY 28, 2006 AND AUGUST 21, 2008. AIR CAN ENTER THE VSA MODULAR PUMP DURING AN INITIAL SELF-CHECK PROCESS THAT OCCURS SHORTLY AFTER EACH TIME THE ENGINE IS STARTED. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR ENOUGH AIR TO ENTER THE SYSTEM TO RESULT IN A BRAKE PEDAL THAT FEELS SOFT OR LOWER TO THE FLOOR.

09V057000Feb 17, 2009serious
Parking Brake

HONDA IS RECALLING 421 MY 2009 ODYSSEY VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY, INCORRECT FRONT BRAKE HOSES WERE INSTALLED. THE BRAKE HOSE CAN CONTACT THE CALIPER BOLT AND OVER TIME A HOLE MAY DEVELOP WHICH WILL ALLOW BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK. THIS WOULD EVENTUALLY RESULT IN REDUCED BRAKE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE.

07V097000Mar 13, 2007serious
Fuel System

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, A COIL WIRE INSIDE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY MAY BREAK, CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP TO LOSE POWER. IF THE FUEL PUMP BECOMES INOPERATIVE, THE ENGINE MAY NOT START.

06V270000Jul 25, 2006cosmetic
Equipment

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MOTORCYCLES, THE OWNER'S MANUALS CONTAIN INCORRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S (NHTSA) VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE.

05V132000May 3, 2005serious
Electrical System

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A LOOSE TERMINAL IN THE MAIN FUSE BOX MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LOSE POWER. IF THE FUEL PUMP BECOMES INOPERATIVE, THE ENGINE MAY NOT START.

05V039000Mar 1, 2005serious
Steering

ON CERTAIN MINIVANS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE STEERING COLUMN MAY BE INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.

05V344000Jan 7, 2005serious
Air Bags

THE FRONTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM HAS TWO EXTERNAL IMPACT SENSORS. ON CERTAIN MINI VANS,SOME SENSORS WERE INSUFFICIENTLY SEALED DURING MANUFACTURING. IF WATER ENTERS A SENSOR, CORROSION CAN OCCUR. CORRODED SENSORS COULD SHORT CIRCUIT INTERNALLY. IF SENSORS FAIL, THE SRS WARNING LAMP ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL TURN ON AND REMAIN ILLUMINATED.

04V536000Nov 14, 2004serious
Service Brakes, Air

ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) USES A SENSOR ON EACH WHEEL TO DETECT WHEEL SPEED. SOME SENSORS ON THE REAR WHEELS WERE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY, WHICH MEANS THE SENSOR MAY REPORT THE WRONG WHEEL SPEED TO THE ABS CONTROL UNIT.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey problems?

The 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey has accumulated 3,305 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Body/Trim, Brakes, Engine. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Honda Odyssey engine is most reliable?

The 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey was offered with 12 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3.5L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey a good used car?

The 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 3,305 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey have?

The 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey has 3,305 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey?

There are 14 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN โ€” check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Honda Odyssey?

Before buying a used Honda Odyssey, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Body/Trim, Brakes, Engine, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Odyssey have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 3,305 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.

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