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2011 Honda Odyssey Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.4× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
232Complaints
5Recalls
11Crashes
2Fires
13Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (26.3% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Electrical System complaints here are 2.4× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System61 · 26.3%not available
Service Brakes39 · 16.8%not available
Engine25 · 10.8%not available
Structure:body16 · 6.9%not available
Power Train15 · 6.5%not available
Seats14 · 6%RecalledRecall 17V725000 · Recall 16V933000

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES39 · 16.8%
ENGINE25 · 10.8%
Unspecified / other16 · 6.9%
STRUCTURE:BODY16 · 6.9%
POWER TRAIN15 · 6.5%
SEATS14 · 6%
AIR BAGS11 · 4.7%
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS10 · 4.3%
STEERING10 · 4.3%

Percentages are the share of the 232 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 5 campaigns

Seats:mid/rear Assembly

NHTSA campaign 17V725000 · 2017 · reported 11/17/2017

If the seat tips forward during braking, it can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seats:mid/rear Assembly

NHTSA campaign 16V933000 · 2016 · reported 12/27/2016

An unlocked second row outboard seat increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Visibility

NHTSA campaign 11V181000 · 2011 · reported 03/21/2011

THE WINDOW MAY SHATTER INTO THE PASSENGER CABIN CAUSING A RISK OF INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer

NHTSA campaign 11V180000 · 2011 · reported 03/15/2011

THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY FAIL TO OPERATE, DECREASING THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY IN ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags

NHTSA campaign 13V016000 · 2013 · reported 01/18/2013

The absence of more than one rivet could alter the performance of the driver's airbag during deployment. This could potentially increase the risk of injury during a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“CHANGE BATTERY WARNING! JUST REPLACED FOR A BRAND BATTERY. TWO MONTHS LATER THE SAME THING!?”NHTSA complaint 10790490 — filed 11/15/2015 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“THE BATTERY AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FREQUENTLY GOES DEAD, LEAVING MY FAMILY STRANDED AND FEELING INSECURE ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THIS VEHICLE. FOR EXAMPLE, IF I…”NHTSA complaint 10763926 — filed 09/15/2015 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“THE BATTERY AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FREQUENTLY GOES DEAD, LEAVING MY FAMILY STRANDED AND FEELING INSECURE ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THIS VEHICLE.”NHTSA complaint 10721846 — filed 05/28/2015 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Honda Odyssey?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 61 of 232 NHTSA complaints (26.3%), followed by service brakes (39), engine (25), unspecified/other issues (16). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2011 Honda Odyssey have?

232 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 11 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 13 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2011 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?

Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 17V725000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2011 Honda Odyssey's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.