2011 Honda Odyssey
This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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 | 960 |
| 2003 | 914 |
| 2004 | 585 |
| 2005 | 830 |
| 2006 | 703 |
| 2007 | 830 |
| 2008 | 499 |
| 2009 | 198 |
| 2010 | 255 |
| 2011 | 232 |
| 2012 | 242 |
| 2013 | 210 |
| 2014 | 307 |
| 2015 | 204 |
| 2016 | 269 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 970 |
| 2019 | 936 |
| 2020 | 453 |
| 2021 | 137 |
| 2022 | 130 |
| 2023 | 95 |
| 2024 | 91 |
| 2025 | 330 |
| 2026 | 27 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
28% of complaints: electrical system — 66 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and speedometer/odometer.
19% of complaints: service brakes — 45 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
CRASH11% of complaints: engine — 25 distinct reports on file.
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I was at a stoplight on 11/16/23; when it was my turn to go (green light) I went to accelerate, and my engine seemed to sputter/choke or misfire before accelerating at a slower than normal rate and then the engine light came on -flashing- and then...
NHTSA ODI report, 20231119
Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
9% of complaints: structure — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and hinge and attachments.
CRASH INJURY8% of complaints: power train — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and constant velocity joint.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 HONDA ODYSSEY VEHICLES. IF THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES BECOME FROZEN TO THE WINDSHIELD AND THE WIPER MOTOR IS SWITCHED ON, ONE OF THE FRONT WINDSHIELD
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER ROD FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
Campaign 11V180000 — check if this car was fixed
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 HONDA ODYSSEY VEHICLES. THERE IS A POTENTIAL FAILURE WITH THE DRIVER AND THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR POWER WINDOWS IN WHICH THE WINDOW MAY COME OFF THE TRACK C
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE EITHER THE PASSENGER'S AND/OR THE DRIVER'S FRONT DOOR WINDOW GLASS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800
Campaign 11V181000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pilot and 2011-2013 Odyssey passenger vehicles manufactured from March 13, 2008, through December 21, 2012. One or more rivets that attach the airbag m
Remedy: Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda dealer. The dealer will inspect the driver's airbag module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began o
Campaign 13V016000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2010, to October 1, 2015.
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 .
Campaign 16V933000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 17V725000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Honda Odyssey — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (66 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (45 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V180000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 11V181000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V016000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V933000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V725000 (seats) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Honda Odyssey reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Honda Odyssey is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Honda Odyssey?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Honda Odyssey have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.