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2008 Honda Odyssey problems
The 2008 Honda Odyssey has 499 NHTSA owner complaints and 5 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, and what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
The 2008 Honda Odyssey has 499 NHTSA owner complaints and 5 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). The most-reported system is brakes at 139 complaints, typically surfacing around 41,432 miles (~$450 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
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Should you avoid this 2008 Odyssey?
High-risk ownership
Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.
Brakes: 139 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 8,700–61,000 mi
Body: 114 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 46,000–89,000 mi
Reliability score 6.0/10 — around the segment average
5 recall campaigns on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2008 Honda Odyssey? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
brakes — 139 owner reports
· tends to show around 41,432 mi · ~$450 to fix
body — 114 owner reports
· tends to show around 70,860 mi · ~$1,500 to fix
engine — 40 owner reports
· tends to show around 80,913 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
powertrain — 34 owner reports
· tends to show around 51,003 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: brakes is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 41,432 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 5 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 6.0/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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"Typical" = median owner-reported failure mileage from the NHTSA complaint record for this exact
year and model. Not a maintenance schedule — a heads-up on where this model's failures cluster.
What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2008 Odyssey· body
Automatic rear sliding doors fell off while parked. Door jammed, and a screw had fallen out from under panel. Dorr fel off less than a minute later. *tr
The van was operating normally until parked over night in drive way. Our driveway is slightly inclined and the vehicle was parked with engine facing forward. The next morning the car started fine and was warming up. 5 minutes later it stalled out and would not restart. I had the…
Minivan was brought to dealer to fix an overly-soft brake pedal, per a recall letter. Car was returned with brakes equally soft (or worse), so that even a "panic brake" procedure (using 240 lb of foot strength) could not trigger the ABS, brake assist, or other brake safety…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Honda odyssey. While driving the vehicle will drift to the left and right. This condition reduces his ability to control the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the vehicle was realigned five times, the power steering system was…
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Delphi Automotive Systems, LLC (Delphi) is recalling certain replacement fuel pump modules, part number FG1155-11B1, sold for use in 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles
A vehicle that runs out of fuel and stalls has an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Delphi has begun notifying dealers and distributors, and will replace the fuel pump modules, free of charge. Owners may contact Delphi customer service at 1-877-411-8770. Delphi's number for this recall is GL14-004.
Fix: 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).
American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 8, 2006, through September 8, 2008
The vehicle may suddenly and unexpectedly brake hard, and without illuminating the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash from behind.
Fix: Parts to remedy these vehicles will not be available until the spring of 2014. Honda will send owners an interim letter notifying them of the issue and instruct them how to prevent unintended braking. A second notification will be sent when the parts become available. Interim notification was mailed in December 2013. The recall began on April 29, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or visit their website at www.recalls.honda.com. Honda's recall number is JC5.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.0 out of 10 based on 499 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Honda Odyssey has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2008 Honda Odyssey?
The 2008 Honda Odyssey is a higher-risk ownership prospect. Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open. The record behind that call: Brakes: 139 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 8,700–61,000 mi; Body: 114 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 46,000–89,000 mi; Reliability score 6.0/10 — around the segment average; 5 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2008 Honda Odyssey?
Inspect the brakes first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 139 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 41,432 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2008 Honda Odyssey a good used car to buy?
It scores 6.0 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 499 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is brakes. Typical failure occurs around 41,432 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2008 Honda Odyssey?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 139 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 41,432 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 41,432 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Honda Odyssey has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2008 Honda Odyssey?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 499 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 21 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2008/Honda/Odyssey.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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