2024 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.
43% of complaints: electrical system — 43 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing key/sender.
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My minivan has had repeated electrical and safety-related failures since shortly after it was leased. The vehicle has died or failed to start five times, including multiple tow events.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260719
Also filed under ENGINE
36% of complaints: engine — 36 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Several times the vehicle has turned off due to the auto on/off and did not restart. No warning. This happened two times at intersection near school with multiple children in the vehicle. Vehicle was not able to restart immediately.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260712
20% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
At speed less than 25 mph, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) did not work. At cross roads this CMBS will not work when a vehicle comes from the side.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241118
13% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
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The vehicle failed to re-start after being engine had been at full operating temperature then was turned off for a short period of time.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260709
5% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I was driving my vehicle and accelerating. My vehicle suddenly braked with no warning while I was driving. I hit my left side of my head as I was not expecting this to happen. I was nearly rear-ended/nearly caused a multi car accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250410
SAFETY TIMELINE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Odyssey and 2024 Acura RDX vehicles. The steering gear box assembly may not have been tightened properly, allowing water to enter the assembly and cause corrosion and binding gears.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are LHU and FHT.
Campaign 24V114000 — check if this car was fixed
No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters was mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Campaign 25V877000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 26V332000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Honda Odyssey — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (43 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (36 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 24V114000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V877000 (equipment adaptive/mobility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2024 Honda Odyssey reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Honda Odyssey is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Honda Odyssey?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Honda Odyssey have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.