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5FNRL38728B••••••2008 Honda ODYSSEY
This build draws 2.4× more complaints than the average 2008 Honda ODYSSEY build (16 vs 7).
16on this build
434on the model
66builds in total
2involved a crash
1injuries
Most reportedService Brakes 6Structure 5Hydraulic 3Electric 2
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakescrashJun 2010
I took my 2008 honda odyssey to the dealer after receiving the brake recall notice. The dealer made the changes to correct the problem as per the recall notice. About 1 month later while I was traveling 50 -55 mphi had to stop quickly to avoid hitting a car that had stopped in…
Fuel/propulsion SystemJan 2018
The contact owns a 2008 honda odyssey. The contact stated that there was an engine leak in one of the fuel valves which then leaked onto the alternator. Due to the failure, the vehicle would shut off at random speeds without warning. The contact took the vehicle to an…
EngineApr 2017
Check engine light on, error code p3497. Engine burns more oil than normal. Honda issued service bulletin 11-033, yet refuse to fix the car at their expense. I get the usual run around of "add more oil every now and again."
StructureFeb 2014
The contact owns a 2008 honda odyssey. The contact stated that the rear hatch would close independently. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number 12V062000(structure) but was advised that the VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The vehicle was not taken to the…
Electrical SystemJun 2013
We tried to start our van early saturday morning 6/15/13 and it was completely dead. After jumping it, we realized we hadn't left any lights on so we drove it to the nearest honda dealership. We were told there's been a rash of this issue recently and to just make sure we turn…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5FNRL38728B098267 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.