Owner's Notification Letter - Our records indicate that a Product Update has not been completed on this vehicle (Vehicle Identification Number [VIN NUMBER]). During manufacturing, the rearview camera was not properly sealed. This can let moisture enter the camera, causing the camera display to be cloudy or the camera not to work, and/or a Rear Camera Not Available message to appear.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2018 Honda Odyssey visibility problems
severe Owners of the 2018 Honda Odyssey have filed 9 NHTSA complaints about the visibility at roughly $350 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See visibility across all vehicles →
Complaints
9
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$350
| Model year | visibility complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 Odyssey | 9 |
| 2015 Odyssey | 4 |
| 2016 Odyssey | 3 |
| 2017 Odyssey | 3 |
| 2018 Odyssey (this page) | 9 |
| 2019 Odyssey | 9 |
| 2020 Odyssey | 6 |
| 2021 Odyssey | 7 |
| 2022 Odyssey | 9 |
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Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering visibility 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 - When activating the sliding door power window auto-up feature, the window rolls up halfway and then rolls back down. There could be a pinch detection software compatibility issue between the power window regulator control unit and the rear window switch.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Tech Line Summary Article - Customers are reporting the windows roll up partially but stop and roll back down when attempting to close the sliding door windows using the Auto-Up feature. An investigation of the complaint has identified a software compatibility issue between the window switch and window regulator. We are currently working on a fix, but there is currently no recommended repair. Until a repair is made available, advise the customer to close the window using manual operation by lightly pulling up on the switch until the desired position is reached. Also, they should avoid pulling up firmly on the switch to prevent activating automatic operation and the Auto-Up feature.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service Bulletin - Under certain conditions, the rear window switch internal software enters an unstable condition and cannot recover, making the window switch inoperable.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service Bulletin - Under certain conditions, the rear window switch internal software enters an unstable condition and cannot recover, making the window switch inoperable.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
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Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2018 Honda Odyssey?
It's a meaningful issue. 9 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $350.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Based on the 9 complaints filed, visibility issues most often appear around 37,984 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.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility 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.
Are there any recalls related to visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2018/Honda/Odyssey.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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