Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Accords, 2016-2020 Civics, 2017-2020 CR-Vs, & 2018-2020 Odysseys that have been diagnosed to be in need of the low-pressure fuel pump, fuel strainer, fuel meter or fuel tank replacement. If you have a vehicle that match the qualifiers listed below, AHM requests to have the photos of the lock ring & the low-pressure fuel pump flange taken & sent to TIS (click HERE for example photos).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2019 Honda Odyssey fuel system problems
moderate Owners of the 2019 Honda Odyssey have filed 63 NHTSA complaints about the fuel system, typically surfacing around 80,000 miles at roughly $1,200 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See fuel system across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
63
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
| Model year | fuel system complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Odyssey | 25 |
| 2019 Odyssey (this page) | 63 |
| 2020 Odyssey | 7 |
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What stands out
Of the 10 model years of Honda Odyssey we track for fuel system problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 63.
Owners have filed 63 fuel system complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system 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.
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Accords, 2016-2020 Civics, 2017-2020 CR-Vs, & 2018-2020 Odysseys that have been diagnosed to be in need of the low-pressure fuel pump, fuel strainer, fuel meter or fuel tank replacement. If you have a vehicle that match the qualifiers listed below, AHM requests to have the photos of the lock ring & the low-pressure fuel pump flange taken & sent to TIS (click HERE for example photos).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Accords, 2016-2020 Civics, 2017-2020 CR-Vs, & 2018-2020 Odysseys that have been diagnosed to be in need of the low-pressure fuel pump, fuel strainer, fuel meter or fuel tank replacement. If you have a vehicle that match the qualifiers listed below, AHM requests to have the photos of the lock ring & the low-pressure fuel pump flange taken & sent to TIS (click HERE for example photos).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Accords, 2016-2020 Civics, 2017-2020 CR-Vs, & 2018-2020 Odysseys that have been diagnosed to be in need of the low-pressure fuel pump, fuel strainer, fuel meter or fuel tank replacement. If you have a vehicle that match the qualifiers listed below, AHM requests to have the photos of the lock ring & the low-pressure fuel pump flange taken & sent to TIS (click HERE for example photos).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2024 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the fuel door not opening when pressed. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners report drivability failures tied to the fuel system on 2019 Odysseys, most correlating to NHTSA recall 23V858000. The primary complaint is loss of motive power and acceleration hesitation at various speeds—the engine fails to respond when the accelerator is pressed, sometimes requiring repeated pedal pumping before surging forward. Some owners describe the vehicle lurching forward abruptly after hesitation. Stalling occurs regularly, often without warning lights, though check engine and emissions-system warning lights appear in some cases. A small number of owners report rough idling and one owner experienced a fire while driving at 25 MPH with no warning lights. One owner noted fuel injector failure confirmed by scanner code P219A.
The fuel pump module is identified as a failure point in several accounts—owners mention it either as dealer diagnosis or following replacement that did not resolve the issue. One owner had a transmission flush and later learned transmission replacement was advised, though fuel system issues may have masked root cause. Dealers cite fuel injector failure, Petra GDI fuel system service, and TCM software updates as required.
Critical concern: parts for recall 23V858000 remain unavailable on most vehicles reported, and owners describe Honda exceeding reasonable timeframes for repairs. One owner waited four years. Dealers have refused repairs when parts aren't stocked or when failures cannot be reproduced. One recall was marked complete by Honda even though the failure persisted post-repair.
Same Honda Odyssey fuel system reports on nearby years: 2018
Failure modes owners describe
Loss of motive power and acceleration hesitation
Engine fails to respond when accelerator is depressed; vehicle hesitates, sputters, or fails to accelerate at various speeds. Owners report repeated pedal pumping necessary to achieve response, with vehicle sometimes surging forward abruptly afterward.
When: Across reported mileages 45,000–150,000 miles; occurs both from stops and while driving; sometimes intermittent, becomes persistent over time
Symptoms owners cite: No engine response to accelerator pedal depression; Hesitation and stuttering upon acceleration; Vehicle requires repeated pedal pumping before surging forward; Intermittent failures that become regular occurrences; Engine appears to run but RPMs fail to respond
Codes mentioned: P219A (fuel injector failure, per one owner scan), P0420 (catalyst system efficiency below threshold), P0430 (catalyst system efficiency below threshold, bank 2), Check engine light (illuminated in some cases), Emissions system failure message
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers and independent mechanics cite fuel injector replacement, fuel pump module replacement, transmission flush, and transmission replacement; fuel injector failure confirmed in at least one case; fuel pump replacement attempted on one vehicle but failure returned within days.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); TSB 21-010 issued per one owner report; parts unavailable on most reported vehicles; one owner's recall repair completed but failure recurred the following day; one dealer refused repair citing inability to duplicate failure.
Engine stalling
Vehicle loses all power and stops while driving or idling, sometimes without warning lights. Stalls may be sudden or preceded by hesitation. Vehicle typically restarts but failure recurs.
When: Across reported mileages 52,000–129,000 miles; occurs while driving at various speeds and while idling in drive-thru
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden loss of engine power while driving; Vehicle stalls at idle; Hesitation prior to stalling; Multiple warning lights illuminated (Lane Departure Mitigation System, Engine Management System Failure, Emissions fault); Stalling without warning lights
Codes mentioned: Check engine light, Emissions fault warning light, Lane Departure Mitigation System Failure message, Engine Management System Failure message
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers diagnosed fuel pump module failure requiring replacement; independent mechanic diagnosed fuel pump failure; fuel pump replaced on at least one vehicle but failure returned; vehicles not repaired due to parts unavailability.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); parts unavailable on most vehicles; one owner's fuel pump module was replaced but stalling recurred at 111,000 miles.
Vehicle fire
One owner reported smoke emerging from vehicle while driving at 25 MPH; vehicle caught fire. No warning lights illuminated prior to fire. Vehicle deemed total loss by insurance.
When: Approximately 80,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Smoke emerging from engine compartment; Vehicle ignition while operating; No warning lights before failure
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle towed; fire department extinguished fire; police report filed; vehicle total loss.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) notification received; recall parts not yet available; dealer informed owner vehicle was safe to drive as long as engine warning light was not illuminated (contradicted by safety outcome).
Rough idling and check engine light
Engine idles roughly; check engine light illuminates intermittently. Owners report rough idle persists even after air filter replacement.
When: At 85,000 miles (one report)
Symptoms owners cite: Rough idle at low RPM; Intermittent check engine light illumination
Codes mentioned: P219A (fuel injector failure)
Repairs/costs cited: One owner retrieved code P219A via scanner; vehicle not professionally diagnosed or repaired; dealer mentioned air filter replacement, Petra GDI fuel system service, and TCM software update needed.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: TSB 21-010 cited by one owner; vehicle no longer covered under warranty at 85,000 miles; manufacturer referred owner to NHTSA Hotline.
Fuel pump module failure
Fuel pump module fails, requiring replacement. Identified as root cause in multiple accounts; replacement may not resolve drivability issues.
When: Across various mileages; one replacement confirmed at unspecified mileage but failure recurred
Symptoms owners cite: Loss of motive power; Engine stalling; Acceleration hesitation
Repairs/costs cited: Fuel pump module replaced on at least two vehicles per owner accounts; on one, stalling recurred at 111,000 miles despite prior replacement; on another, failure returned several days after replacement.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); parts unavailable preventing most recalls from completion.
Fuel injector failure
Fuel injectors fail or become faulty, reducing engine responsiveness and causing hesitation.
When: Across reported mileages 85,000–119,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Hesitation upon acceleration; Loss of power; Check engine light illumination; Emissions system failure message
Codes mentioned: P219A (fuel injector failure, per one owner scan), Emissions system failure diagnostic code
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers identified faulty fuel injectors requiring replacement; one owner replaced fuel injectors and emissions light illuminated; fuel injector replacement attempted on at least two vehicles.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Identified in recall 23V858000; parts unavailable preventing many repairs; one owner reported TSB 21-010.
Synthesized from 63 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2019 Honda Odyssey?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 63 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Across the 27 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most fuel system failures cluster between 62,000 and 97,000 miles, with the median around 80,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 62,000; a quarter make it past 97,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system 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 fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system 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.
Related
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/2019/Honda/Odyssey.
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