repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 Honda OdysseyProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 494 owner complaints about the 2020 Honda Odyssey, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 14 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-064 the manufacturer reports only 55% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 8, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Honda Odyssey has problems
494 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
187Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
175Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
129Lane departure
71Engine2 crash/fire/injury
32Structure
25Fuel/propulsion system
23Back over prevention
21Service brakes
20Air bags
8214 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 187 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 175 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 129 | 0 |
| Engine | 71 | 2 |
| Structure | 32 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 25 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 23 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 21 | 0 |
| Air bags | 20 | 5 |
| 14 other systems | 82 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
14 recalls
2020 Honda Odyssey recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Occupant classification: front passenger
NewRisk. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Air bag/restraint control module: software
NewRisk. Air bags that deploy unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Occupant classification: front passenger
Risk. An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior
Risk. Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Front: buckle assembly
Risk. An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Sensing system: camera
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Doors: latch
Risk. A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Sensing system: camera
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An intermittent electrical short could overheat the wire harness, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Honda.
Owner-reported costs
What owners say repairs cost
Dollar amounts owners wrote in their complaints when describing a repair or a quote. These are not price estimates; a system is shown only when at least 8 owners mentioned a cost.
Forward collision avoidance
27 owners mentioned a cost$2,000median
Middle half: $1,450 – $2,000
Electrical system
21 owners mentioned a cost$2,025median
Middle half: $1,800 – $2,900
If a problem is covered by a recall, the dealer fixes it for free. Some manufacturers also reimburse owners who paid for a repair before a recall was announced.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other Odyssey year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Odyssey median. How we score
'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2020 Honda Odyssey safety ratings
2020 Honda ODYSSEY VAN FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (13.6% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
4 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2020 Honda Odyssey, and the recalls they led to.
- No Restart After Auto Start/Stop EngagesOpen
- Engine failureOpen
- Inadvertent Deployment of Side Air BagsLed to recall 26V-227
- Engine failureNo recall
In owners' words
What Odyssey owners report
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle in the driveway, the automatic braking system, adaptive cruise control, auto hi-beams, and Lane Keep Assist warning lights illuminated, followed by a beeping sound, and the systems became inoperable. In…
Over the course of 3 days, cruise control and lane assist systems would shut off and messages would display about adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, and collision avoidance system not working. Sometimes a transmission problem message would also become active.…
Front camera malfunctioning causing errors ACC, LKAS, Collision mitigation problem, road departure problem, auto high beam problem
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