2019 Honda Odyssey problems
For the North American market, the Honda Odyssey, is a minivan manufactured and marketed by Japanese automaker Honda since 1994, now in its fifth generation, which began in 2018.
The Odyssey had originally been conceived and engineered in Japan, in the wake of the country's economic crisis of the 1990s – which in turn imposed severe constraints on the vehicle's size and overall concept, dictating the minivan's manufacture in an existing facility with minimal modification. The result was a smaller minivan, in the compact MPV class, that was well received in the Japanese domestic market and less well received in North America. The first generation Odyssey was marketed in Europe as the Honda Shuttle.
Subsequent generations diverged to reflect market variations, and Honda built a plant in Lincoln, Alabama, United States, incorporating the ability to manufacture larger models. Since model year 1999, Honda has marketed a larger (large MPV-class) Odyssey in North America and a smaller Odyssey in Japan and other markets. Honda also offered the larger North American Odyssey in Japan as the LaGreat (ラグレイト, Ragureito) beginning in June 1999 through 2005. Both versions of the Odyssey were sold in Japan at Honda Clio dealership locations. Both versions of the Odyssey are currently sold in the Middle East.
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Common 2019 Honda Odyssey problems
The 2019 Honda Odyssey has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. Some of these issues are related to in-car electronics, such as the infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, and the DVD player. The infotainment system, which includes audio, GPS, phone, and rear entertainment system, has been reported to have trouble recognizing USB sticks and periodically fails to play music. The Apple CarPlay system regularly disconnects and will not reset until the car is turned off and back on again. The DVD player has also been reported to have issues, such as not recognizing some discs, freezing mid-movie, and not playing any DVDs at all.
Another common problem reported is related to the electric sliding door. In some cases, the sliding door won't open when pressing the activation button, and in other cases, it has trouble closing. This issue generally can still be opened and closed manually, but getting to the root of the problem typically requires a general diagnosis by a technician.
Additionally, some 2019 Honda Odyssey owners have reported vibration when braking due to warped front brake rotors, a condition called lateral runout. This issue is caused by heat buildup in the brake pads and rotors, which can warp over time, especially for some Odyssey models that are more susceptible to warping. This condition can cause pulsating on the brake pedal and vibration of the entire minivan.
Lastly, some owners have reported transmission issues, such as rough shifting, which produces illuminated D4 and check engine lights on the dashboard. This problem can be caused by a mechanical failure of the transmission, a defective sensor, or dirty transmission fluid. To accurately resolve the problem, the use of diagnostic equipment by a mechanic will likely be needed, followed by any necessary repairs and parts replacement.
It's important to note that these problems don't affect most models, but they are the most frequent ones reported by real owners. Prospective owners should be aware of these issues and consider them when making their purchasing decision.
Are there problems with the 2019 Honda Odyssey?
"When using Android auto there is a delay in audio when talking. Also there is a problem with the vehicle microphone picking up too much road noise due to the microphone location on rearview mirror next to windshield. The dealership cannot fix and does not have a solution."
What is the most common problem with Honda Odyssey?
Most Common Honda Odyssey Problems
- Transmission Issues. The most important issue on this list is related to the transmission. ...
- Ignition Switch Problems. Another item of concern might be related to the Honda Odyssey ignition switch problems. ...
- Check Engine Light. ...
- Automatic Doors. ...
- Fuel Pump Issues.
What is the transmission issue on the Honda Odyssey 2019?
The 55-page complaint says that the apparent defect plaguing the ZF 9HP transmission in 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2018-2019 Honda Odyssey, 2019-present Honda Passport and 2020-present Honda Ridgeline vehicles can produce rough and delayed shifting; loud noises during shifting; sudden, harsh accelerations and decelerations ...
How many miles will a 2019 Honda Odyssey last?
Average Mileage and Longevity
On average, a well-maintained Honda Odyssey can last for 200,000 miles or more. Some Odyssey owners have reported achieving even higher mileage, with their vehicles still running smoothly.
2019 Honda Odyssey car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Odyssey problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2019 Honda Odyssey vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2019 Honda Odyssey
The NHTSA has received 451 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2019 Honda Odyssey. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2019 Honda Odyssey vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-02
- VIN: 5FNRL6H79KB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: My family and I had just gotten on the parkway and the car wouldn't downshift. I noticed the "Drive" light kept blinking and then the dashboard lit up with so many different warning messages. "Emmissions system problem" was the message that stayed on. All of a sudden the car started shifting on its own into neutral, while we were on the parkway. Thank goodness there was an exit approaching and we were able to get off before we were injured in an accident. I have been having battery issues ever since I got this car. Even when it was brand new, sometimes it just wouldn't start. If I wait a little bit, eventually it starts, but I have already had to replace a battery at 30,000 miles because of this. It has been happening again, but when I bring it to Honda and my mechanic, the battery is normal. After doing research, it appears there was a recall on the 2019 Honda Odyssey with an issue relating to the battery connection that causes that transmission to reboot while driving and shift on its own. Honda claims my car was not part of this recall, but this is exactly what happened to me, and I have a 2019 Odyssey. They have had my car for three weeks now and can't find answers to fix the problem. When I first brought the car in, they said the technician was finding "A LOT of stuff." Fast forward two weeks, and they called to say it's not happening anymore so they are ruling it an "intermittent issue" and to come get the car (not fixed). I told them I do not feel safe with my children in that car. I need answers. I contacted Honda Corporate who said that Honda told them the transmission fluid was the reason, and to start with that and see if it happens again. I asked them about that recall and they said "well your car doesn't come up with it." Is it just a coincidence that the same thing has been happening to my car? I asked if they were able to find out why the car doesn't start "intermittently" and they said, "no, it hasn't happened while here."
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-23
- VIN: 5FNRL6H78KB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The Tailgate Control Module failed on three different occasion on my 2019 Honda Odyssey mini van causing the tailgate to fail to be opened by fob or manually. This was caused by water leaking through the roof rail where there was a failure by the manufacturer to properly seal the area between the roof and body.I have two of the failed TCMs in my possession.On 2 different occasions the tailgate flew opened as I was driving at approximately 55 mph.At that time the tailgate could not be closed entirely and caused my battery to run down entirely.The problem has been confirmed by the local Honda dealership and another independent service center.A warning and beeping noice came on as the first sign of the problem.I have photos of the crack and what was done to try to remediate the problem.This problem has been recognized and occurred to many other owners of 2018 - present day Honda Odyssey mini vans.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-01
- VIN: 5FNRL6H74KB
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: Noticed clunking noise from rear of car when going over sharp bumps. Inspecting rear suspension revealed the rear driver side coil spring is broken near the bottom of the coil. Judging by amount of rust on the broken ends this has been broken for some time. Searching online this is a common issue for this generation Odyssey, and Honda do not have replacement springs in stock, with estimated wait time for parts of many months.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-16
- VIN: 5FNRL6H79KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-17
- VIN: 5FNRL6H57KB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The radio stopped working when looked into online it’s a known issue with the cords behind the radio coming loose on its own causing the radio backup camera climate control everything that that console is used for stops working the screen is black and does not come on after checking fuses the radio console is still out. with the cords coming loose on its own when i have no access to them honda should be held responsible for this repair.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-13
- VIN: 5FNRL6H99KB
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: my odyssey falls under the dec 2023 fuel system recall. my van has the symptoms but no check engine light. ive made honda aware, but still no parts available to fix. ive been told they wont fix unless the check engine light is on, this is unacceptable especially when its a RECALL that has to be fixed. symptoms have gotten worse and im honestly ready to trade in the van if honda wont repair it. this is unacceptable, its almost a year since the recall was issued.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-09
- VIN: 5FNRL6H71KB
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Over the course of the 38 months that we have owned the vehicle, random transmission slippage has been present on this 2019 Odyssey. I mentioned the slippage to the service advisors at the dealership when taking the vehicle in for oil changes. The technician was “not able to replicate the problem.” The slippage was always a safety concern. The van is highly unpredictable on acceleration, making it dangerous to try to pull into traffic, for example, since the driver never knows whether the van will accelerate on demand or not. Other times, the engagement will occur gradually, causing the van to accelerate sloooooowly, despite the driver having significant throttle applied. The display now reads “Transmission System Problem” and WILL NOT shift out of park. I had it towed to the local auto repair shop to be diagnosed. The transmission needs replaced.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-11
- VIN: 5FNRL6H96KB
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: There has been an open recall on my vehicle for 10 months but the carmaker and dealerships are refusing to fix it. They are claiming "parts availability" but it has been 10 months now and they are selling the part online for profit. They are also using parts to sell new vehicles for profit before addressing the safety issue for existing owners.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-18
- VIN: 5FNRL6H83KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-25
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 5FNRL6H70K
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owned a 2019 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 25 MPH, there was smoke emerging from the vehicle. The driver was able to pull over, and the vehicle caught fire. There were no warning lights illuminated. There were no reported injuries, crash or airbag deployment. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. A police report was filed. The fire department was on the scene to extinguish the fire. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The dealer informed the contact the vehicle was safe to drive as long as the engine warning light was not illuminated. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.Parts distribution disconnect.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-01
- VIN: 5FNRL6H58KB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Ongoing Transmission problems. Started possibly in 2022 or 21. Has greatly worsened making the car unsafe to drive. Loss of power. Gears slipping. lagging; failure to accelerate; abrupt deceleration
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-25
- VIN: 5FNRL6H54KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-31
- VIN: 5FNRL6H76KB
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The front facing monocular camera of the ADAS system has failed on this 2019 Honda Odyssey with approximately 50,000 miles. The failure of this camera has rendered the ADAS systems inoperable including adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and lane keeping assistance. This appears to be a common complaint/failure mode amongst many similar Honda models 2018 - 2022. Please reference Honda related forums linked here and other similar postings on other websites: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-16
- VIN: 5FNRL6H97KB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The following message suddenly appeared one day and since then, they kept coming back on every time starting the car: ACC problem, Collision Mitigation Problem, Lake Keep Assist Problem, Auto High Beam Problem, Brake Problem, and sometimes Transmission Problem as well. After research online, many other owners of the same vehicle had the same issue and which may be caused by faulty connector or faulty front camera component for the hardware issue; or software issue which was on the previous recall for the multi-media issue on the Odysseys. There is a HONDA SERVICE BULLETIN 18-006 for the 2017-2018 CR-V models of the same issue/symptoms: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-10
- VIN: 5FNRL6H92KB
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Car hesitates upon acceleration passing through approximately 2000 rpm. Does not duplicate every time. Dealer will not replace high pressure fuel pump.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-01
- VIN: 5FNRL6H74KB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The transmission stalls and does not shift into gear from an idol. When this happens, it is a safety issue that creates a 2 - 5 second lag in acceleration, then a lurch forward as the RPMs rev and the vehicle finally shifts into gear. This is a known problem to Honda through multiple complaints filed with them, and is a commonly known and discussed problem on many online forums. The first time we took it into Honda they denied that there was any issue, charged us for a transmission diagnosis, and were very dismissive towards my wife. When i called to inquire about this issue several months later to set up a subsequent appointment, the service coordinator informed me that this issue is known to Honda but they will do nothing to remedy the problem because there is nothing “physically wrong” with the transmission. He went on and on about how I needed to file complaints in order to pressure Honda to do something about this because it is dangerous and he personally knew of other vehicles with the 9-speed transmission that had been involved in accidents because they could not accelerate in intersections. He emphasized that Honda WILL NOT FIX the problem. Not only is this awful customer service, but it is putting my family’s lives at risk. There have been several close calls for my wife when trying to turn left across oncoming traffic, merging into moving traffic, and navigating in smaller spaces. The transmission does not shift into gear for several seconds when trying to accelerate from a stop or from a rolling idol. It is dangerous to us and other drivers on the road. This is a known issue to Honda. They refuse to do anything about it.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-20
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5FNRL6H78KB
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: My 2019 Honda Odyssey was involved in a total loss car accident recently on Aug 20 2024. The cause was delayed acceleration due to a fuel pump recall by Honda Motor Corp from Dec 2023; and to date they have failed and neglected to provide the part to repair. For over a year I have experienced delayed acceleration issues with this auto. I purchased this auto new from the local dealer in 2019 and have constantly experienced, reported and paid thousands to repair and address transmission and delayed acceleration issues. Now this resulted in my inability to accelerate from a stop position resulting in another vehicle directly crashing into mine. Researching similar issues reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration it appears I'm not alone. In our case - we were in fact "T-boned"
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-09
- VIN: 5FNRL6H77KB
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: car will randomly display warning lights for all systems listed above.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-30
- VIN: 5FNRL6H72KB
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Fuel pump died while driving on highway causing the engine to stall and vehicle to shift into neutral at highway speed. Also lost power brakes while attempting to pull over to shoulder due to stall. Further, when tow truck arrived we could not shift vehicle into neutral to place it on truck bed as the gear shifter is electronic and requires engine to be on to shift out of park. No check engine lights were on prior to this event. When the event occurred, the vehicle cycled through multiple warnings on the dash. This was extremely frightening as our whole family was in the van and we could have been killed if we lost control or if we were unable to pull over where we did. Thankfully we were in a spot where we could pull off the highway. Fuel pump was previously replaced within the last couple of years as part of a recall. New pump should not have failed this early. Dealership confirmed faulty fuel pump and replaced under extended warranty on 9/4/2024. It is unknown if they kept the faulty part. I am now afraid to drive the vehicle as the fuel pump may fail again.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-20
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5FNRL6H78KB
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: My 2019 Honda Odyssey was involved in a total loss car accident recently on Aug 20 2024. The cause was delayed acceleration due to a fuel pump recall by Honda Motor Corp from Dec 2023; and to date they have failed and neglected to provide the part to repair. For over a year I have experienced delayed acceleration issues with this auto. I purchased this auto new from the local dealer in 2019 and have constantly experienced, reported and paid thousands to repair and address transmission and delayed acceleration issues. Now this resulted in my inability to accelerate from a stop position resulting in another vehicle directly crashing into mine. Researching similar issues reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration it appears I'm not alone. In our case - we were in fact "T-boned".
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-18
- VIN: 5FNRL6H74KB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-14
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: See attached document for complaint.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-03
- VIN: 5FNRL6H72KB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: the front facing multi purpose camera is defective with a replacement cost of $1800-$2000. it controls all the lane assist, cruise control, braking functions of the vehicle
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-02
- VIN: 5FNRL6H5XKB
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: The mirror in the casing for the drivers side mirror shakes a lot, even at low speeds, to the point where I can’t use it reliably.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-01
- VIN: 5FNRL6H9XKB
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: Unknown
2019 Honda Odyssey recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 17 recalls for different components of the 2019 Honda Odyssey.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: 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 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.
- Consequence: A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Honda began mailing owner notification letters as of March 18, 2024. 2015-2016 Acura owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-December 2024, 2017 Acura owner letters are expected to be mail late-September 2024, 2018 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed the end of March/early April 2024, 2019 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-May 2024, 2020 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-June 2024, and 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed in mid-December 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XG1 and GG0.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the MOST cable harness and install a straightening cover over the vehicle cable connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EEL, ZEM, and SFC.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
- Consequence: An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
- Manufacturer: Braun Corporation
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
- Summary: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Braun-modified Honda Odyssey vehicles. The fuel tank assembly installed by Braun may be susceptible to the fuel tank overfilling into the charcoal canister. If the charcoal canister fills with a sufficient amount of fuel, fuel may leak out.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
- Remedy: Braun will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles. If evidence of a fuel leak is present, a new fuel tank assembly and a new Honda charcoal canister will be installed, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Summary: Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. Water may enter the outer door handle cables for the sliding doors. If this occurs, the outer door handle cables may freeze in cold temperatures, preventing the front and rear sliding door latches from securely latching.
- Consequence: A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power sliding door outer handle cables, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is A88.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Summary: American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Odyssey vehicles. Water may get into the rearview camera mounting holes and enter the camera lens and cause a distorted image, or no image at all. Additionally, if the rearview camera view mode is set to top-down view, or switched from that view to another mode in a bright environment, the image may not display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Consequence: A distorted or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is W83.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pilot, 2019-2020 Odyssey and 2019-2020 Passport vehicles. Incorrect central network software programming may cause several errors to occur that can delay or prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Consequence: A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners that updated software is available. Owners have the option to either follow the mailed instructions to download and update the software for free, or visit a dealer to have the software update performed, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is Y7Y.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. Additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Consequence: Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T89.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. The wire harness for the third row seat accessory power outlet may get pinched between the unibody and rear trim panel, possibly damaging the wires and causing an electrical short.
- Consequence: An intermittent electrical short could overheat the wire harness, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row seat accessory power outlet wire harness for damage, replacing it as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and re-route the harness. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T6U.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Loose battery terminal connections or a degraded battery may cause the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) to unexpectedly reboot. Upon rebooting, the TCU may shift the transmission to the "Park" position, possibly damaging the parking rod.
- Consequence: A damaged parking rod can allow the vehicle to roll when parked, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will ensure the battery terminal connections are secure and will update the TCU software, free of charge. Additionally, the parking rod effectiveness will be checked. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Z4J, Y4K.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
- Consequence: Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall began June 7, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.
- Manufacturer: Braun Corporation
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
- Summary: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Honda Odyessy vehicles modified to be equipped with an in-floor wheelchair ramp conversion. The rear wheel speed sensor harnesses may have been routed to the incorrect rear wheels, resulting in the possibility that the anti-lock brake system will not recognize each rear wheel speed properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake System" and 404, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: Braun has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the rear wheel speed sensor harnesses, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2018 and 2019 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The latch assemblies for the power sliding doors may stick and not properly latch to the door strikers.
- Consequence: If the power sliding doors fails to latch, the doors may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right power sliding door rear latch assemblies, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Z33 and O36.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Consequence: A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Honda Insight, Odyssey, and Ridgeline vehicles. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit may have a manufacturing error, possibly resulting in the air bags or seatbelt pretensioners not deploying in the event of a crash.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the air bags or seatbelt pretensioners do not function as intended, there would be an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the SRS unit, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are B2R, C2P, and Z2Q.
Negative 2019 Honda Odyssey car reviews
Positive 2019 Honda Odyssey car reviews
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So, your minivan, aka the mommy missile, is exactly what you expected! It's convenient! The gas mileage is average, and the road noise is more prevalent than anticipated, but otherwise, you love this vehicle.
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We have had to take our car back to the dealership three times now, and it seems like we'll have to go again. Unfortunately, the transmission isn't shifting properly and it seems to be getting worse. Despite this being a warranty issue, the dealer has been no help at all. They claim to find nothing wrong each time, and they don't offer loaner cars. To make matters worse, they only offer weekday appointments, which is difficult for us since we live fifteen miles away and both work over forty miles from the dealership. In my fifteen years of working on Honda's, I have never had an issue like this with any car I worked on. Customers who had issues were given a complimentary loaner, and a factory service rep was brought in to go over the diagnosis with the technician. When accelerating from a stop, the car shifts well, but then it gets up to about fourth gear and then bangs. If we accelerate and then let off, it seems to hold back from shifting and then bangs up a gear just to shift. Many of our friends have ridden with us and asked if it's always done that, and we just say yes. We are trying to get it looked at, and we hope to find a solution soon.
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The Odyssey Touring and Elite have a 10-speed transmission that is perfectly matched to the engine, providing excellent acceleration that surpasses that of all other minivans and the vast majority of SUVs. The interior is quite nice, with a great entertainment system that sounds amazing. Android phone connectivity works well, and both Google Maps and Waze from my phone are displayed on the screen. The noise level is pretty low for a minivan, and the handling is acceptable. The braking performance and feel are very good for a minivan. It has lots of outlets, including 110VAC, 12V, and USB chargers. Although there are a few negative points, such as the accelerator having a huge dead spot at the beginning of travel, which takes a while to get used to, and the front passenger seat being a little high above the floor for my wife (5' 3
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Used for both city and extensive highway driving. It's a very comfortable car with good safety features. I'm happy to report that there wasn't a single vehicle problem in its first full year.
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I really love my Honda, but I have had some issues with the batteries on my new 2019 Odyssey Elite. It's frustrating to have to jump the battery after only four months, especially since Honda had already replaced it at three months due to a software recall. If this issue persists and I can't rely on my car to start, it may be the quickest I've ever turned over a vehicle in my 40 years of driving. Additionally, I've found it difficult that the electronic transmission cannot be put in neutral if the car won't start, which means that tow trucks have to drag it out of a garage if it's nose-in and won't start with a jumper battery. While there is a manual switch on the front of the engine, it's not easily accessible as three large plastic pieces have to be removed along with the battery and battery holder. I've had to adjust my habits to make sure all electrical items are off before turning the car off, especially since I can't leave the headlights in the auto position. Despite these issues, I'm still planning to get a new vehicle next year and will spend more time checking out other manufacturers. I'm particularly interested in finding a vehicle with a 360-degree camera.
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Tobin Shanahan 2025-04-18
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my 2019 Odyssey that I purchased in June 2018. I've noticed that when I turn on the A/C, the fan makes a bit of noise that can be heard inside the cabin. I compared it to a couple of other identical minivans and noticed that their noise levels were a bit lower. I took it to the Honda dealer and they mentioned that it's normal. While I'm not entirely happy with the noise level, I'm still enjoying my ride. I did want to mention that I was a bit disappointed with the entertainment options. By combining Rear Entertainment and Navigation, Honda has limited the options for buyers to enjoy music the conventional way. Thanks for listening!
Franz Ortiz 2025-03-20
We bought our 2019 Honda Odyssey in November 2018 and unfortunately had an accident over the holidays, which caused some body damage. The repair company fixed the body and closed the case. However, a few weeks later we noticed a whirling noise coming from the engine at idle. We took it to AutoNation Honda of Lewisville, who replaced the drive belt and tensioner and returned the vehicle around 2 weeks later. Unfortunately, the whirling sound persisted and we had to return the car to AutoNation on March 1st. This time, AutoNation started with simple repairs and escalated the complexity to remove the sound. They replaced the timing belt, idler pulley, crankshaft pulley, oil pump, and eventually the engine block. The car was returned to us over a month later. Throughout the process, we spoke several times with AutoNation for updates and they were very helpful. Although it was frustrating to be without our van for over 6 weeks since purchasing it in November 2018, we appreciated the dealership's efforts to fix the problem. We were also grateful that they provided a temporary rental vehicle. During the process, they suggested that the noise could be caused by the accident, but we encouraged the company who performed the body repair to correspond with the dealership (and vice versa) to discern the cause of the noise. The initial repair company sent pictures to Honda to substantiate their belief that the noise was not associated with the body-damage only accident. During this time, we also contacted Honda Corporate and spoke with Kenisha at Honda Customer Service. Although it took a few days for her to return our call, she was very helpful and understanding when we explained the situation. We appreciate the efforts of everyone involved in resolving this issue.Kenisha was not very empathetic and emphatically stated that she saw no work orders in her system on our van and that all repairs would be charged to our insurance. We called our insurance and they confirmed that Honda had not requested authorization to perform any repairs nor had submitted invoices for the work being done. When we approached the dealership again, they assumed responsibility for the noise and repairs and said work orders wouldn't be seen by corporate until the work was completed. We immediately called Kenisha back and shared the information, but unfortunately, she did not respond except to leave a voicemail asking if we had received our vehicle back. We received our van back over a month after its second repair visit (6+ weeks total). We've now submitted a claim with the National Center for Dispute Settlement regarding the TX Lemon Law. During this process, another 'more senior' customer service representative called us and asked if the original problem was gone. I answered yes but told her that we've begun hearing a clacking sound on cold start-ups and would be taking the van in again for repairs. When we saw Honda's report to the National Center for Dispute Settlement, they stated that the customer said the problem is gone, but made no mention of the new problem arising. It would have been great if Honda's rep had included that information in their report. My wife and I have 6 kids and have been faithful Honda owners for years. We purchased this new van instead of used to provide us with reliable transportation. Given the number and depth of the repairs completed to date, my wife no longer has faith in our 'new' van. It's fundamentally a different van and now has an extensive repair history that taints the overall value. We are extremely frustrated and warn potential buyers. We hope Honda will take responsibility and do something in good faith to resolve this issue. We miss the old version of your company...Hi there!
Ezra Ullrich 2025-03-18
It's unfortunate that the 2019 Odyssey EX has lost some features that were present in the 2016 EX, such as the CD player, compass, and some radio sensitivity. Additionally, adjusting the radio can be difficult while the vehicle is in motion, and the rear hatch is no longer high enough for taller individuals to walk under comfortably. However, there are still some positives to the vehicle, such as the excellent 9-speed transmission, comfortable seats, and improved ride quality. Mileage is also impressive, with 28mph on the highway with only 500 miles on the engine and low ambient temperature. At 14,000 miles, there are no new complaints. During a recent trip through western Nebraska and Colorado, there were some issues with the cruise control and reduced power warning, but thankfully it corrected itself when the temperatures warmed up. Overall, the Odyssey EX is a nice vehicle to drive and has some great features.That problem should have self-corrected when the ice melted in front of the radiator. I will say that the mpg averaged 26 going up the mountains in Colorado and about 30mpg coming back. However, I still dislike the fact that the rear hatch is made for people who are 5'8
Stewart Mueller 2025-03-03
I've been a Honda owner for 9 years and I still own my 2010 Honda CRV. Recently, my husband and I decided to trade his truck for the 2019 Odyssey EX-L to accommodate our family of four. Unfortunately, we experienced some issues with the radio and rear camera within 48 hours of owning the van. After doing some research, we discovered that there were complaints and even a class action lawsuit against 2018-2019 Honda Odysseys and Pilots. We also had an issue with the display screen not shutting off, which drained our battery. When we contacted the dealership, they were not aware of the issue and we were unable to return the van due to the non-
Jaren Ward 2025-02-12
By putting the seat belts on the seats themselves, the second row seats no longer fold down completely for removal. This can make removing these heavy seats quite cumbersome, even with the seat back folded only about 20%. It's frustrating that Honda 'redesigned' the Odyssey when it was already pretty close to perfect in 2017. We're actually considering trading our brand new Odyssey for a 2017-2016 model. It's just a bit disappointing.