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2018 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 2.3× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
935Complaints
16Recalls
13Crashes
3Fires
27Injured
3Deaths

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 (25.6% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Electrical System complaints here are 2.3× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System239 · 25.6%RecalledRecall 20V066000
Engine182 · 19.5%RecalledRecall 23V751000
Power Train158 · 16.9%RecalledRecall 19V299000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control121 · 12.9%No official action
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings107 · 11.4%No official action
Structure:body92 · 9.8%No official action

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM239 · 25.6%
ENGINE182 · 19.5%
POWER TRAIN158 · 16.9%
Unspecified / other140 · 15%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS107 · 11.4%
STRUCTURE:BODY92 · 9.8%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING79 · 8.4%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM75 · 8%
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST63 · 6.7%

Percentages are the share of the 935 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 — 16 campaigns

Power Train:automatic Transmission

NHTSA campaign 19V299000 · 2019 · reported 04/12/2019

A damaged parking rod can allow the vehicle to roll when parked, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper

NHTSA campaign 18V777000 · 2018 · reported 11/01/2018

A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

NHTSA campaign 18V795000 · 2018 · reported 11/09/2018

If the power sliding doors fails to latch, the doors may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Service Brakes, Air:antilock:wheel Speed Sensor

NHTSA campaign 19V213000 · 2019 · reported 03/20/2019

If the rear wheel speeds cannot be correctly monitored, the anti-lock brake system may not engage properly to prevent the wheels from locking up, increasing the risk of crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Seat Belts

NHTSA campaign 17V397000 · 2017 · reported 06/23/2017

If in the event of a crash, the seat belt cannot restrain the occupant they have an increased risk of being injured. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

NHTSA campaign 20V437000 · 2020 · reported 07/28/2020

A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 20V439000 · 2020 · reported 07/28/2020

Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Electrical System:wiring

NHTSA campaign 20V066000 · 2020 · reported 02/06/2020

An intermittent electrical short could overheat the wire harness, increasing the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage

NHTSA campaign 21V010000 · 2021 · reported 01/14/2021

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly

NHTSA campaign 23V158000 · 2023 · reported 03/09/2023

An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Back Over Prevention:display Function

NHTSA campaign 23V431000 · 2023 · reported 06/15/2023

A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical

NHTSA campaign 23V751000 · 2023 · reported 11/13/2023

A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2023 · reported 12/18/2023

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, 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: Air Bag/restraint Control Module:software

NHTSA campaign 26V227000 · 2026 · reported 04/09/2026

Air bags that deploy unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger

NHTSA campaign 26V332000 · 2026 · reported 05/21/2026

Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 26V423000 · 2026 · reported 07/01/2026

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of 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

“CABIN WATCH MALFUNCTIONS AND TURNS OFF, WHEN THAT OCCURS THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM FREEZES AND STAYS ON EVEN WHEN THE CAR HAS BEEN TURNED OFF…”NHTSA complaint 11193486 — filed 04/02/2019 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“ON 30 DEC 2018 AS MY FAMILY AND I DROVE THROUGH OSCEOLA COUNTY, FLORIDA, OUR ODYSSEY DISPLAYED AN ERROR MESSAGE THAT READ, "SOME DRIVER ASSIST…”NHTSA complaint 11187297 — filed 03/16/2019 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“2018 HONDA ODYSSEY. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.”NHTSA complaint 11175532 — filed 02/25/2019 · 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 2018 Honda Odyssey?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 239 of 935 NHTSA complaints (25.6%), followed by engine (182), power train (158), unspecified/other issues (140). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2018 Honda Odyssey have?

935 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 13 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, and 27 reported injuries. 3 deaths were reported.

Does the 2018 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?

Yes — 16 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 19V299000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2018 Honda Odyssey's reported problems?

3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

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.