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2005 Honda Odyssey
The problems owners report. The recalls to check. The evidence behind each.
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- Owner complaints
- 830
- Received Jan 2005 to May 2024
Owner reports
Most reported problems
- 1Rear door latch fails to open or close99 complaints · 12% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 2Air conditioner blows hot air or fails60 complaints · 7.2% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 3Airbag warning light stays on50 complaints · 6.0% of this vehicle’s complaints
Official NHTSA records
Recalls to check
- Recall #14V112000American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.
- Recall #10V504000Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 odyssey and acura rl vehicles. Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. If replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. If this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.
BrakeNews signals
Flagged complaint patterns
Unusual complaint patterns with no matched recall yet. A flag does not mean a recall will happen.
No problems currently meet BrakeNews’s flagging criteria. This is not a safety rating.
How flags are identifiedComplaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA, not failure rates or a reliability ranking. Reported in these complaints: 19 crashes, 9 fires, 32 people injured, 0 deaths.
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Where do owners report problems?
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Engine & powertrain
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Electrical & lights
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Airbags, belts & seats
Steering, suspension & tires
Body, doors & glass
Driver assistance
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Complaint history
When NHTSA received these reports. Changes in reporting alone do not establish a change in failure rates.
Show as a table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 68 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 60 |
| 2008 | 50 |
| 2009 | 70 |
| 2010 | 94 |
| 2011 | 72 |
| 2012 | 50 |
| 2013 | 52 |
| 2014 | 73 |
| 2015 | 56 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 (to Oct 2026) | 0 |
| Total | 830 |
Problems owners report
Listed groups have at least 3 complaints. The page includes the 20 largest groups plus any additional flagged groups; some complaints are not assigned to a group.
| Problem | Complaints | Share | Share ratio | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear door latch fails to open or close | 99 | 12% | – | |
| Air conditioner blows hot air or fails | 60 | 7.2% | – | |
| Airbag warning light stays on | 50 | 6.0% | – | NHTSA recall #05V344000 |
| Tires blow out or tread separates | 31 | 3.7% | – | |
| Brakes make grinding or squealing noise | 31 | 3.7% | – | |
| Steering wheel shakes violently at highway speed | 30 | 3.6% | – | |
| Steering wheel seizes or locks suddenly | 26 | 3.1% | – | NHTSA recall #05V039000 |
| Automatic transmission shifts unexpectedly or slips | 26 | 3.1% | – | |
| Power steering cuts out while driving | 25 | 3.0% | – | |
| Transmission shudders during acceleration at low speeds | 25 | 3.0% | – | |
| Transmission fails or loses power while driving | 22 | 2.6% | – | |
| Seat belt fails to latch or retract | 18 | 2.2% | – | |
| Unintended acceleration despite braking | 18 | 2.2% | – | |
| Tailgate or trunk latch fails | 14 | 1.7% | – | NHTSA recall #10V055000 |
| Steering wheel clunks or clicks when turning | 14 | 1.7% | – | |
| Glass shatters or cracks without impact | 13 | 1.6% | – | |
| Fuel tank or line leaks gasoline | 12 | 1.5% | – | NHTSA recall #14V112000 |
| Airbags fail to deploy in crashes | 11 | 1.3% | – | |
| Suspension clunking or rattling noise over bumps | 11 | 1.3% | – | |
| Steering wanders or pulls at highway speed | 11 | 1.3% | – |
AI groups complaints by meaning; the groups are approximate. Share ratio compares the problem’s share of this vehicle’s complaints with its share on other vehicles over the last 24 months (shown from 3 recent complaints). A 2× ratio means twice the complaint share, not twice the failure risk. Flags mark unusual shares or recent surges after an AI review of the complaint content. “First signal” does not mean the pattern has persisted continuously.How recall estimates are calculated.
Recalls
NHTSA recall #14V112000March 14, 2014886,815 vehicles affected
fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners October 6, 2014 when the remedy became available. Any vehicles that are currently leaking from the fuel pump cover will get a replacement, original cover. All vehicles, including those receiving the interim repair, will get an improved cover when they are available. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. The recall numbers associated with this campaign are JD9 (inspection and/or preliminary part replacement) and JE0 (final parts replacement).
NHTSA recall #10V504000October 22, 2010471,820 vehicles affected
service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Odyssey and Acura rl vehicles. Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. If replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. If this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.
A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and overtime a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder seal free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during december 2010. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
NHTSA recall #10V055000February 23, 201021,776 vehicles affected
structure: body: hatchback/liftgate; structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut
Honda is recalling certain model year 2005 Odyssey touring vehicles equipped with power operated rear liftgate. The power liftgate gas struts may deteriorate unexpectedly early. Struts that have worn out prematurely may fail to hold the power liftgate in the fully open position, causing the power liftgate to close unexpectedly.
Injury may result from a power liftgate closing unexpectedly when a person is within the closing path of the liftgate.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the gas liftgate struts and replace if within the recall population. This service will be performed free of charge. The campaign began on march 26, 2010. Owners may contact Honda automobile customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
NHTSA recall #07V097000March 14, 2007166,561 vehicles affected
fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
On certain vehicles, a coil wire inside the fuel pump relay may break, causing the fuel pump to lose power. If the fuel pump becomes inoperative, the engine may not start.
If the fuel pump loses power while driving, the engine could stall without warning, and a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump relay free of charge. The recall began on april 2, 2007. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
NHTSA recall #05V344000August 1, 200585,154 vehicles affected
air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
The frontal air bag system has two external impact sensors. On certain mini vans,some sensors were insufficiently sealed during manufacturing. If water enters a sensor, corrosion Can occur. Corroded sensors could short circuit internally. If sensors fail, the SRS warning lamp on the instrument panel will turn on and remain illuminated.
Front impact sensor failure could cause a delay in, or loss of, frontal air bag deployment, which Can increase the risk of injury in a frontal crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front impact sensors. The recall began on august 30, 2005. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
NHTSA recall #05V132000April 5, 20051,923 vehicles affected
electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
On certain passenger vehicles, a loose terminal in the main fuse box may cause the fuel pump to lose power. If the fuel pump becomes inoperative, the engine may not start.
If the fuel pump loses power while driving the engine could stall without warning which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the entire fuse box free of charge. The recall began on april 13, 2005. Owners may contact Honda at 800-999-1009 or Acura at 1-800-382-2238.
NHTSA recall #05V039000February 3, 2005203 vehicles affected
steering: column
On certain minivans and sport utility vehicles, the steering column may be incorrectly assembled, which could result in a loss of steering control.
Loss of steering control Can cause a vehicle crash without prior notice.
Remedy
Owners were notified by telephone on january 25, 2005, and arrangements were made to have their vehicles towed to their dealers and have the repairs performed. The recall began on january 25, 2005.
NHTSA recall #04V536000November 15, 20042,247 vehicles affected
service brakes, air: antilock: wheel speed sensor
On certain minivans, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) uses a sensor on each wheel to detect wheel speed. Some sensors on the rear wheels were installed incorrectly, which means the sensor may report the wrong wheel speed to the ABS control unit.
The driver could experience a loss of brake force and a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear wheel speed sensors. If an incorrect gap is detected, the sensor will be removed and the knuckle checked for cross threading damage. If damage is found, the knuckle will be replaced. If no damage is found, the sensor will be reinstalled correctly. The recall began on november 12, 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
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About this data
NHTSA complaints and recalls through October 2026. Complaints are counted once each, however many components they name. Original complaints are on NHTSA's page for the 2005 Honda Odyssey.
Problem groups are formed by AI and may be approximate. BrakeNews flags unusual complaint patterns; they are not official defect findings. Investigation reports are written and checked by AI, with no human review. Owner reports do not establish that a defect exists.
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