The most-reported Odyssey run is 5FNRL6H72KB (2019 builds) with 65 complaints, 9× the typical run. Power train problems make up 25% of reports; 2018 is the worst model year at 17.6 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 84 recall campaigns for Odyssey model years 1995–2026.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Honda Odyssey has 1,568 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 3% of every Odyssey complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5FNRL6H72KB•••••• | 2019 | 1 | 1 | |
| 5FNRL6H74KB•••••• | 2019 | 2 | — | |
| 5FNRL6H76KB•••••• | 2019 | 2 | 1 | |
| 5FNRL6H73KB•••••• | 2019 | — | — | |
| 5FNRL6H79JB•••••• | 2018 | — | — | |
| 5FNRL6H74JB•••••• | 2018 | — | 1 | |
| 5FNRL6H71KB•••••• | 2019 | — | 1 | |
| 5FNRL6H7XKB•••••• | 2019 | — | — | |
| 5FNRL6H78KB•••••• | 2019 | 3 | — | |
| 5FNRL6H77KB•••••• | 2019 | — | 1 | |
| 5FNRL6H72JB•••••• | 2018 | 1 | — | |
| 5FNRL6H71JB•••••• | 2018 | — | — |
Each of the other 1,556 Odyssey runs has 47 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 295 Odyssey VINs so far, most often 2026, 2016, 2010 builds; 8 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Honda Odyssey the gap between build years is 11.7×: a 2018 car draws 17.6 complaints per run, a 2017 one 1.5.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 24 | 14 | — | |
| 2025 | 421 | 44 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 115 | 37 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 102 | 43 | 2 | |
| 2022 | 139 | 41 | 4 | |
| 2021 | 146 | 43 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 480 | 43 | 4 | |
| 2019 | 969 | 57 | 16 | |
| 2018 | 985 | 56 | 13 | |
| 2017 | 35 | 24 | 2 | |
| 2016 | 259 | 48 | 7 | |
| 2015 | 194 | 39 | 8 | |
| 2014 | 274 | 45 | 9 | |
| 2013 | 187 | 43 | 15 | |
| 2012 | 224 | 41 | 13 | |
| 2011 | 202 | 46 | 11 | |
| 2010 | 220 | 65 | 10 | |
| 2009 | 175 | 62 | 6 | |
| 2008 | 434 | 66 | 31 | |
| 2007 | 688 | 79 | 36 |
Heaviest year here is 2018 at 17.6 complaints per run; lightest is 2017 at 1.5. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 25% of everything Honda Odyssey owners report: Power Train, 2,665 of 11,244 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 39 | 20 | |
| Electrical System | 26 | 45 | |
| Engine | 20 | 39 | |
| Structure | 23 | 8 | |
| Service Brakes | 87 | 3 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 16 | 18 | |
| Air Bags | 156 | 3 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 18 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 84 recall campaigns on the Honda Odyssey; the 6 below cover build years 2011 to 2026. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 23V858000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 2013–2023 |
| 26V332000 | Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger | 2018–2026 |
| 17V725000 | Seats:mid/rear Assembly | 2011–2017 |
| 25V877000 | Equipment Adaptive/mobility:wheelchair Restraints/securement:latch/anchor: | 2021–2026 |
| 23V431000 | Back Over Prevention:display Function | 2018–2023 |
| 16V933000 | Seats:mid/rear Assembly | 2011–2016 |
23V858000 was opened in 2023 on cars built from 2013: 10 years on the road before the recall.
The Odyssey against its rivals
The Odyssey draws 7.2 complaints per production run; the Toyota Sienna 6.6 and the Chrysler Pacifica 6.9. That is the highest rate of the 3.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Odyssey | 11,244 | 1,568 | 3.5% | |
| Toyota Sienna | 7,071 | 1,077 | 5% | |
| Chrysler Pacifica | 6,494 | 936 | 2.9% |
How serious were they
Of the 11,244 reports on the Honda Odyssey, 3.5% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Honda Odyssey | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 11,244 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 394 (3.5%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 117 (1%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 615 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 14 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 40% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Honda Odyssey share of that is 11,244 complaints over 1,568 runs, 1% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Honda Odyssey VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 11,244 NHTSA complaints from 1,568 Odyssey runs and 84 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Odyssey production run has the most complaints?
5FNRL6H72KB, a 2019 build, with 65 complaints, 1 of them after a crash. The typical Odyssey run has 7.2.
Which Odyssey years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2018 is heaviest at 17.6 complaints per run and 2017 lightest at 1.5.
Does the Odyssey get more complaints than the Toyota Sienna?
Yes: 7.2 complaints per production run for the Odyssey against 6.6 for the Toyota Sienna.
How many Odyssey complaints involve a crash?
3.5% of 11,244 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 117 involved a fire.
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