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ProblemsByVin File / 2011-HONDA-ODYSSEY NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2011 · Honda

Honda Odyssey problems

232 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 2011 Odyssey?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

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

electrical
61 reports · fails ~34,601 mi · avg $850
moderate
brakes
34 reports · fails ~37,318 mi · avg $450
moderate
powertrain
18 reports · fails ~28,846 mi · avg $2,500
severe
engine
17 reports · fails ~55,985 mi · avg $3,100
moderate
body
16 reports · fails ~72,337 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
steering
10 reports · fails ~45,571 mi · avg $700
moderate
tires
10 reports · fails ~25,433 mi · avg $150
moderate
visibility
9 reports · fails ~83,000 mi · avg $350
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2011 Odyssey · steering
I have been experiencing a front creaking noise on my vehicle when I'm turning at low speeds. I've add the van in twice for the repair and was covered under the warranty. My van needs to now go in again for the third time and it's not under warranty. There is a service…
12/29/2015 · at 30,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10816670.0 · see steering pattern →
2011 Odyssey · seatbelts Crash
Rear seat passenger of uber vehicle struck by another vehicle in high impact collision wound up on floor of vehicle. She believes she engaged the seat belt prior to collision & questions why she was thrown on to floor of vehicle. Both vehicles in motion. Other vehicle ran a…
2011 Odyssey · wheels
In june of this year my wife took her van in for TPMS lite being on. Was told the the tire valve nut holding it to the wheel had come loose and replaced the entire valve, nut, and washer. Also told by the service advisor that they see a lot of these was a common happening. This…
12/27/2017 · at 63,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11056798.0
2011 Odyssey · steering
12/23/13-while driving on i95 at 65mph the vehicle engine shut off without warning but the radio/lights remained on, vehicle became difficult to steer and brakes had to be pushed to the floor, vehicle came to a stop on the side of the road approx 300 feet later. Vehicle…
12/26/2013 · at 51,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10557362.0 · see steering pattern →
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 11V181000 March 21, 2011

Honda is recalling certain model year 2011 Honda odyssey vehicles

The window may shatter into the passenger cabin causing a risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Dealers will replace either the passenger's and/or the driver's front door window glass, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 28, 2011. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
severe NHTSA 11V180000 March 15, 2011

Honda is recalling certain model year 2011 Honda odyssey vehicles

The windshield wipers may fail to operate, decreasing the driver's visibility in adverse weather conditions increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper rod free of charge. The safety recall began on april 28, 2011. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

Common questions

Is the 2011 Honda Odyssey reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 232 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 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 2011 Honda Odyssey?

The 2011 Honda Odyssey is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: 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 2011 Honda Odyssey?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 61 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 34,601 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 34,601 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 2011 Honda Odyssey?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 232 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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/2011/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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