repaired · 2026 Q3
Occupant classification: front passenger
NewRisk. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
2021 Honda OdysseyProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 148 owner complaints about the 2021 Honda Odyssey, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 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 5, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Honda Odyssey has problems
148 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
57Electrical system
27Engine
19Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
16Air bags
10Lane departure
10Structure
8Suspension
8Back over prevention
6Visibility/wiper
2710 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 57 | 0 |
| Engine | 27 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 19 | 1 |
| Air bags | 16 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 10 | 1 |
| Structure | 10 | 3 |
| Suspension | 8 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 8 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 1 |
| 10 other systems | 27 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2021 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
Air bag/restraint control module: software
NewRisk. Air bags that deploy unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Latch/anchor:
NewRisk. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing 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.
Show 4 more recalls
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 · 2022 Q4
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of 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.
Best & worst years
2021 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
2021 Honda Odyssey safety ratings
2021 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: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2021 Honda Odyssey, and the recalls they led to.
- No Restart After Auto Start/Stop EngagesOpen
- Inadvertent Deployment of Side Air BagsLed to recall 26V-227
In owners' words
What Odyssey owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
We've experienced several occasions where the vehicle will not start. The vehicle typically starts just fine (first start on a trip), is typically driven, stopped for a short time (quick shopping run), and will not start upon trying to leave. The vehicle has left my wife stranded at least three…
The driver sliding door would not close and would sometimes reverse direction. Eventually, it failed completely and would not close. Dealership repair involved the rear door latch and motors and cost over $2600. Two weeks later and the passenger sliding door is doing the same exact thing. This is…
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the radio displayed a blank screen. In addition, the contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera turned on and off. Additionally, there was a cracking sound coming from the speakers. The dealer was…
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