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ProblemsByVin File / 2010-HONDA-ODYSSEY NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2010 · Honda

Honda Odyssey problems

254 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2010 Odyssey?
High-risk ownership

Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.

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.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

body
46 reports · fails ~85,657 mi · avg $1,500
severe
engine
39 reports · fails ~85,548 mi · avg $3,100
severe
brakes
32 reports · fails ~25,155 mi · avg $450
severe
electrical
26 reports · fails ~71,597 mi · avg $850
severe
powertrain
19 reports · fails ~72,263 mi · avg $2,500
severe
steering
12 reports · fails ~52,425 mi · avg $700
moderate
airbags
9 reports · fails ~81,597 mi · avg $1,100
severe
cruise control
8 reports · fails ~83,433 mi · avg $600
severe
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2010 Odyssey?
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2010 Odyssey · engine
Engine consumes to much oil, the variable cylinder engine needs to be turn off and allow to run on all 6 cylinders. *tr
12/27/2012 · at 10,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10490261.0 · see engine pattern →
2010 Odyssey · steering
Power steering no work from slow speed. Sometimes very hard to turn wheel even highspeed. *tr
12/27/2011 · at 32,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10441311.0 · see steering pattern →
2010 Odyssey · body Injury
Honda odyssey 2010 grab bar caused toddler to break leg. Two year old was in her car seat behind the driver's seat. She put her foot on top of the grab bar behind the seat, her shoe (size 7 1/5) caught, she pulled and the force broke her leg. This happened in the time it took…
2010 Odyssey · brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Honda odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed, which exhibited a spongy sensation and a delayed response. The failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an…
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 14E049000 July 28, 2014

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.
severe NHTSA 14V112000 March 14, 2014

American Honda Motor Co

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

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).

Common questions

Is the 2010 Honda Odyssey reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 254 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Honda Odyssey is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2010 Honda Odyssey?

The 2010 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: Body: 46 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 40,000–125,000 mi; Engine: 39 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 47,000–125,000 mi; Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2010 Honda Odyssey?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 46 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 85,657 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 85,657 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 2010 Honda Odyssey?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 254 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, 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.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2010/Honda/Odyssey. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Honda. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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