2005 Honda Odyssey
This year had more than double the complaints of 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 | 959 |
| 2003 | 914 |
| 2004 | 584 |
| 2005 | 830 |
| 2006 | 703 |
| 2007 | 829 |
| 2008 | 499 |
| 2009 | 198 |
| 2010 | 254 |
| 2011 | 232 |
| 2012 | 241 |
| 2013 | 209 |
| 2014 | 307 |
| 2015 | 199 |
| 2016 | 261 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 932 |
| 2019 | 876 |
| 2020 | 417 |
| 2021 | 123 |
| 2022 | 126 |
| 2023 | 87 |
| 2024 | 70 |
| 2025 | 231 |
| 2026 | 12 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
10% of complaints: steering — 84 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: air bags — 78 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INVOLVED IN A CRASH AND THERE WAS NO IMPACT TO THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130625
8% of complaints: engine — 68 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
I bought the 2005 Odyssey van in 12/2015. It now has 192,426 miles on it.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240526
The engine VCM system is burning oil and destroying emissions systems on the vehicle. Catalytic converters are mainly affected as burned oil goes through the exhaust system.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231109
7% of complaints: structure — 61 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE DOOR WAS NOT OPEINING PROPERLY SO I WHENT TO OPEN MANUALLY ANTHE HEAVY DOOR CAME OFF THE VAN SCRACHED THE HELL OUT OF MY VAN AND HURT ME TRYING TO HOLD IT AS NOT TO SCRACH THE VAN I WAS ALONE AND THERE WAS NO ONE TO HELP ME THIS IS VERY...
NHTSA ODI report, 20200923
MY SLIDING DOOR OFF ON ME CAUSE ME TO PULL A MUSCLE IN MY CHEST AND PUT ME IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181101
POWER SLIDING DOOR ON 05' HONDA ODYSSEY FELL OFF WHEN UNLOADING MY CHILDREN FROM THE VEHICLE. THE MIDDLE BRACKET/STRUT THAT HOLDS THE SLIDING DOOR ON THE CENTER RAIL ALONG THE SIDE OF THE VAN TOTALLY FAILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130112
7% of complaints: power train — 56 distinct reports on file.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
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
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSORS. IF AN INCORRECT GAP IS DETECTED, THE SENSOR WILL BE REMOVED AND THE KNUCKLE CHECKED FOR CROSS THREADING DAMAGE. IF DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE KNUCKLE WIL
Campaign 04V536000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE STEERING COLUMN MAY BE INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
Remedy: OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON JANUARY 25, 2005, AND ARRANGEMENTS WERE MADE TO HAVE THEIR VEHICLES TOWED TO THEIR DEALERS AND HAVE THE REPAIRS PERFORMED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2005.
Campaign 05V039000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENTIRE FUSE BOX FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 13, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.
Campaign 05V132000 — check if this car was fixed
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. CORRODE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT IMPACT SENSORS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Campaign 05V344000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Campaign 07V097000 — check if this car was fixed
UNEXPECTED CLOSING OF POWER LIFTGATE
Unexpected Closing of Power Liftgate
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 WOR
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE GAS LIFTGATE STRUTS AND REPLACE IF WITHIN THE RECALL POPULATION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE CAMPAIGN BEGAN ON MARCH 26, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HO
Campaign 10V055000 — check if this car was fixed
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 BR
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER SEAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Campaign 10V504000 — check if this car was fixed
Stabilus Rear Liftgate Struts Failing
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.
Remedy: Delphi has begun notifying dealers and distributors, and will replace the fuel pump modules, free of charge. Owners may contact Delphi customer service at 1-877-411-8770. Delphi's number for this recall is GL14-004.
Campaign 14E049000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners October 6, 2014 when the remedy became available.
Campaign 14V112000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Honda Odyssey — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (84 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (78 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (68 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 04V536000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
- Verify recall 05V039000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 05V132000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 05V344000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V097000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V055000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V504000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14E049000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V112000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2005 Honda Odyssey reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 Honda Odyssey is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Honda Odyssey?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 10% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Honda Odyssey have?
9 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.