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moderate Owners of the 2012 Honda Odyssey have filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the suspension at roughly $900 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See suspension across all vehicles →
| Model year | suspension complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 Odyssey | 4 |
| 2009 Odyssey | 7 |
| 2010 Odyssey | 5 |
| 2011 Odyssey | 3 |
| 2012 Odyssey (this page) | 4 |
| 2014 Odyssey | 3 |
| 2015 Odyssey | 5 |
If the nut loosens, the front hub assembly would only be attached by one bolt, allowing the wheel assembly to shift to an extreme inward angle, resulting in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering suspension on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Service bulletin - There is a clunk or squeak from the rear suspension. Uneven pressure from the rear spring damages the rear spring seat.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service bulletin - In below-freezing weather, there is a pop or clunk from the front of the vehicle while going over a bump. The front bump stops have loosened and are moving inside the top mounting cap.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $900 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Based on the 4 complaints filed, suspension issues most often appear around 24,563 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover suspension issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.