2020 Honda Odyssey Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 14 NHTSA recalls and 491 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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Very High Reported Activity — 2020 Honda Odyssey
The 2020 Honda Odyssey shows very high recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Counts are raw and are higher for popular models, so see how we score this below. Review the issues and recalls carefully, and have the vehicle inspected before buying.
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14
NHTSA Recalls
14 recalls on record
491
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
4
Crash Reports
1 fire report
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NHTSA Recalls — 2020 Honda Odyssey (14)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Honda dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
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…
🔧 Electrical System: Software
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…
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
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…
🔧 Latches/Locks/Linkages: Doors: Latch
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…
🔧 Electrical System: Wiring
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…
🔧 Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage
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…
🔧 Seat Belts: Front: Buckle Assembly
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….
🔧 Visibility: Rearview Mirrors/Devices: Exterior
Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both left and right side-view mirrors, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for…
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Display Function
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…
🔧 Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump
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…
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Most Common Problems — 2020 Honda Odyssey
Based on 491 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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Honda Odyssey — Complaints by Year
A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2020 model year is highlighted.
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⚠ Higher-complaint years: 2018, 2019 — These model years have more owner complaints in NHTSA data than the other years compared.
✅ Best model years: 2017, 2021, 2022 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2020 Honda Odyssey
Is the 2020 Honda Odyssey reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2020 Honda Odyssey has 14 recall campaigns and 491 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2020 Honda Odyssey have?
The 2020 Honda Odyssey has 14 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda Odyssey?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2020 Honda Odyssey are: Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance, Unknown Or Other, Lane Departure. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2020 Honda Odyssey safe to buy?
The 2020 Honda Odyssey has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 14 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Honda Odyssey should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Honda Odyssey are: 2017, 2021, 2022. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years with higher complaint counts: 2018, 2019.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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