1995 Honda Odyssey
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 96 |
| 1996 | 70 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 73 |
| 1999 | 518 |
| 2000 | 675 |
| 2001 | 619 |
| 2002 | 960 |
| 2003 | 914 |
| 2004 | 585 |
| 2005 | 830 |
| 2006 | 703 |
| 2007 | 830 |
| 2008 | 499 |
| 2009 | 198 |
| 2010 | 255 |
| 2011 | 233 |
| 2012 | 243 |
| 2013 | 210 |
| 2014 | 307 |
| 2015 | 205 |
| 2016 | 269 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 979 |
| 2019 | 955 |
| 2020 | 457 |
| 2021 | 140 |
| 2022 | 131 |
| 2023 | 97 |
| 2024 | 99 |
| 2025 | 353 |
| 2026 | 33 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
29% of complaints: air bags — 28 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing sensor/control module.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE WAS DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THE SRS LIGHT WOULD ALWAYS COME ON AND WAS DISABLED FOR NO REASON EXCEPT FOR THE CONTROL MODULE FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030714
NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S/PASSENGERS SIDE AIR BAGS DURING ACCIDENT, CAUSING INJURY.
NHTSA ODI report, 19971003
I WAS DRIVING IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD NEAR HOME AT AROUND 20 MPH IN A SPEED BUMP AREA. I SUDDENLY BECAME AWARE OF A STRONG BURNING SMELL INSIDE THE CAR. I SLOWED, PULLED OVER AND REALIZED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS BLINKING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190721
Also filed under STRUCTURE
26% of complaints: electrical system — 25 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and ignition.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ELECTRICAL FIRE INSIDE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR. WHERE INSTRUMENT PANEL (WINDOWS/DOOR LOCKS) IS. DRIVER'S DOOR (MATERIAL, BUTTONS, PLASTIC) IS MELTED AND BURNT BADLY. THE VAN WAS WARMING UP, 3- 5 MINUTES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20031123
FIRE BROKE OUT INSIDE DRIVER'S DOOR INTERIOR WHILE DRIVING. SUSPECT FAILURE IN POWER WINDOW, POWER DOOR LOCK OR POWER MIRROR CONTROL ASSEMBLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20021101
NAV SYSTEM CHANGES TO 'WHEN TURNED ON'READS DOWNLOADING +, THEN CHANGES TO'CHECK DISC' HONDA SAID NEW DISC NEEDED. I PURCHASED ONE ,INSTALLED WITH SAME RESULTS. THIS ALSO AFFECTED THE REAR CAMERA, VISUAL OF INFO, LIKE RADIO, ETC.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171125
21% of complaints: service brakes — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
7% of complaints: seat belts — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing retractor and anchorage.
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VEHICLES REAR MIDDLE BENCH SEAT MIDDLE SEAT BELT SLIPS WITH ANY MOTION AND DOES NOT STAY ADJUSTED AROUND THE LAP BELT AREA. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950814
SEAT BELT SYSTEM IN THE 7 PASSENGER MODEL ARE NOT ALL COMPATIBLE WITH CHILD SAFETY SEATS. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950315
6% of complaints: tires — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt and pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
SAFETY TIMELINE
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Honda Odyssey — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Honda Odyssey reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Honda Odyssey is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Honda Odyssey?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Honda Odyssey have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.