2015 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 | 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
26% of complaints: engine — 51 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while pulling out of the parking space, the vehicle RPM had increased while the brake pedal had been depressed. As a result, the vehicle crashed into another vehicle in the lot.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231006
IT WAS LITTLE COLD NIGHT. I DROVE ON FREEWAY FOR 40MINUTES WITH KIDS WITHOUT CENTRAL HEATING. WHEN WE GOT HOME, I WAKE THEM UP.I FOUND MY YOUNG DAUGHTER AT BACK SEAT, SHE COULDN'T WAKE UP UNUSUALLY. SHE WAS SLEEPING, LEANING TOWARD RT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150126
My 2015 Honda Odyssey has suffered a well known and common engine problem. It currently has 92000 miles on it the engine is being rebuilt by a Honda service department at MY expense.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230929
21% of complaints: power train — 41 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: structure — 23 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY WIFE'S HONDA ODYSSEY, WHILE CROSSING/TURNING A CITY ROAD AT A LOW SPEED, WAS HIT (OBVIOUS FROM APPROXIMATELY 90 DEGREE ANGLE) NEAR THE FRONT BY A VOLKSWAGON BEETLE TURBO MOVING AT 35 MILES OR LESS PER HOUR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180128
11% of complaints: electrical system — 21 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
IT WAS LITTLE COLD NIGHT. I DROVE ON FREEWAY FOR 40MINUTES WITH KIDS WITHOUT CENTRAL HEATING. WHEN WE GOT HOME, I WAKE THEM UP.I FOUND MY YOUNG DAUGHTER AT BACK SEAT, SHE COULDN'T WAKE UP UNUSUALLY. SHE WAS SLEEPING, LEANING TOWARD RT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150126
8% of complaints: seats — 16 distinct reports on file.
INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
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.
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.
Campaign 16V417000 — 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
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.
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.
Campaign 18V170000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
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.
Campaign 23V858000 — check if this car was fixed
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles...
Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Campaign 25V876000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2015 Honda Odyssey — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (51 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (41 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V417000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V933000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V725000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V170000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V876000 (equipment adaptive/mobility) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Honda Odyssey reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Honda Odyssey is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Honda Odyssey?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Honda Odyssey have?
6 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.