Service Bulletin - The engine will not crank on initial startup after precipitation and sub-freezing temperatures. Water can enter the starter motor, and when temperatures drop below freezing, the water will freeze inside the starter motor. This will prevent the starter from cranking the engine.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2022 Honda Odyssey electrical problems
severe 33 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →
Complaints
33
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$850
1fire
3injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 33 electrical complaints filed for the 2022 Honda Odyssey, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Owners have filed 33 electrical 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.
Electrical accounts for 26% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 7 categories tracked.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering electrical 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 investigating certain 2020-2022 Accords, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, Ridgelines, 2020 Fits, 2020-2021 Civic Hatchbacks, 2020-2023 Civic Sedans/Coups with a customer complaint of the Check Engine Light (CEL) on & the DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low [Loss of Fuel Pressure]) stored. In some cases, the customer may also experience such conditions as engine hard to start, no start or start & stumble in conjunction with CEL. 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 ↗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 ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2022 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the power sliding door not closing, not opening or stopping/reversing during either movement. 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 ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2022 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the power sliding door not closing, not opening or stopping/reversing during either movement. 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
The 2022 Honda Odyssey electrical system is unreliable in ways that create real safety hazards. Owners report the infotainment system failing to shut down when the engine turns off, draining the battery dead even after replacement—a parasitic draw that strands drivers without warning. The center display goes black intermittently while driving, killing the backup camera and navigation; one owner's dealer charged $300 to diagnose an issue that disappeared at the lot.
The idle start/stop system stalls the engine randomly when drivers take their foot off the brake at stop lights, sometimes requiring restart mid-traffic. One owner had this happen 10 times before service, and the battery replacement the dealer ordered did not fix it. Owners also report total electrical shutdowns while driving—engine dies, all lights go out, doors won't unlock—forcing them to wait for a restart. This has happened at 70 mph on interstates.
Power sliding doors close on children without safety bumper activation, causing lacerations. Water leaks into door modules and tailgate controls, corroding them beyond use; one repair ran $1,776. A third-row power outlet caught fire while children were in the vehicle. Dealer diagnostics consistently fail because the failures are intermittent; manufacturers open cases but never inspect or repair vehicles. One owner notes he never even received a recall letter about a known issue affecting his exact model.
Same Honda Odyssey electrical reports on nearby years: 2020 · 2021 · 2023 · 2024 · 2025
Failure modes owners describe
Infotainment System Power Drain and Shutdown Failures
The center display and infotainment system fail to shut down after engine shutoff, causing parasitic battery drain that eventually depletes the 12V battery completely. The system also freezes, reboots, goes black, or loses power randomly while driving, disabling the backup camera and navigation. Owners report the display staying powered on while vehicle is off, leaving them stranded.
When: Intermittent, occurs after engine shutoff and randomly while driving; one owner experienced total battery drain on 03/20/2026 after just replacing battery in February 2026
Symptoms owners cite: Center display goes black or completely blank; Backup camera and side-view camera fail; GPS navigation and audio system stop responding or shut down entirely; Infotainment system fails to power off after engine shutoff; 12V battery completely drained despite recent replacement; Display reboots or freezes while driving; System produces static noise from speakers or 'Network Communication error MOST Network Off' message
Codes mentioned: MOST Network Off
Repairs/costs cited: One owner charged $300 diagnostic fee at dealership; issue disappeared during inspection due to intermittent nature. Another owner replaced battery after parasitic drain occurred. Dealers unable to reproduce or diagnose due to intermittent failures.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda issued recall for MOST Bus Network on some vehicles (dated 7/21/23 for one owner); however, issue recurred or persisted. Manufacturer advised one owner to arrange vehicle rental during inspection; inspection was never completed.
Idle Start/Stop System Failure and Engine Stalling
The engine stalls or fails to restart when the idle start/stop system activates, occurring intermittently with no pattern. When drivers take their foot off the brake after the system engages, the engine either fails to start, stalls completely, or requires manual restart. Loss of power occurs at traffic lights, stop signs, and in highway traffic, creating collision hazards.
When: Intermittent; occurs when idle start/stop engages at lights and stop signs; one owner reports happening 10 times before service; another reports once per day average
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalls after idle stop/start system engages; Engine fails to restart when foot is removed from brake pedal; Vehicle lurches before cutting out completely; Vehicle loses all power at traffic lights or stop signs; Shifting feels weird or transmission does not engage after restart; Low battery warning message displays; Engine turns off at stop even when idle start/stop is not engaged
Codes mentioned: No diagnostic codes; dealers state 'no code and cannot reproduce issue'
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership replaced battery in multiple cases; issue recurred within weeks or immediately after service. One owner replaced battery themselves after dealership service. Owners report dealers claim 'no fix available' when no code is present.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda issued Auto Start/Stop safety recall in February 2024 for at least one owner's vehicle (dated 2/15/24), but issue persisted after recall service. One owner states a recall/investigation exists but never received recall letter.
Total Electrical Power Loss While Driving
The vehicle experiences sudden, complete loss of electrical power while driving or stopped at traffic signals, shutting down the engine, turning off all dashboard lights, and disabling door locks and emergency lights. Vehicle becomes completely unresponsive, requiring restart or jump-start. Occurs on highways and city streets with no warning.
When: Intermittent; occurs at traffic lights, stop signs, during stop-and-go traffic, highway driving; one event at 4:00 PM and 8:30 PM; one at 50-65 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Complete loss of electrical power; all systems shut down; Engine dies or stalls unexpectedly; Cannot restart vehicle without jump-start; Brake pedal becomes stiff or unresponsive; Cannot open rear doors when power is lost; Cannot activate emergency lights when power is lost; Low battery warning light illuminates before or after event; Dashboard message states 'Push the Start Button and Hold for Two Seconds'
Codes mentioned: Low battery warning light
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership replaced battery in one case diagnosed as 'battery drained due to electrical system.' Owners attempted jump-starts and portable jump-start kits. One owner noted incident occurred 3 hours after leaving dealership on 09/12.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer was notified in at least one case; case was opened but vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. No assistance offered.
Power Door Lock and Sliding Door Failures
Power sliding doors and tailgates malfunction, either failing to open/close or closing unexpectedly and unsafely. Doors close on occupants without safety bumper activation, causing injury. Water intrusion into the door control modules leads to electrical shorts and corrosion, rendering doors inoperable. Manual emergency opening is not possible.
When: Driver-side rear sliding door closing randomly, becoming more frequent over time; tailgate failure in March 2024 (one month after warranty expiration); water damage causes gradual corrosion
Symptoms owners cite: Power sliding door closes on its own randomly, becoming more frequent; Door does not fully open; closes abruptly on occupant; Door fails to respond to open/close commands from interior or exterior; No warning light or error code displays; Safety bumper does not activate when door closes on objects or people; Tailgate will not open or close; Water damage visible on door control modules or fuse boxes; Door lock button does not lock or unlock door
Repairs/costs cited: Power tailgate unit replacement with water leak repair cost $1,776.18. Door control module replacement approximately $400, Honda dealership parts only. Dealers unable to reproduce the closing issue despite multiple visits.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified of one incident where child sustained severe laceration and swelling on left hand from door closing on it. Manufacturer arranged for field technician inspection but vehicle was never inspected or repaired. Another owner sent letter to American Honda Motor Company on 07/02/25 with no response.
Headlight Cutout and Flickering During Operation
Headlights suddenly turn off for a few seconds and turn back on while driving at night. Issue began immediately after dealership service and did not occur before. Occurs simultaneously with Auto Engine Idle Stop System Problem warning message.
When: Occurs while driving at night; began immediately after dealership service on 10/31/25
Symptoms owners cite: Headlights turn off suddenly for a few seconds then turn back on; Auto Engine Idle Stop System Problem warning appears at the same time as headlight cutout; Occurs specifically while driving at night
Codes mentioned: Auto Engine Idle Stop System Problem warning
Repairs/costs cited: Issue began after dealership service that included battery replacement and idle stop system repair. Owner contacted dealership on 11/02/25 and 11/05/25 with no response as of 11/09/25.
Anti-Theft System Power Loss
The anti-theft system randomly loses power, cutting all vehicle power while driving. Vehicle must sit for approximately 30 seconds before restart button illuminates. Center dash display shows 'Anti-Theft System lost power' error requiring manual reset of the stereo power button. Issue began after service and system software update for Auto Start recall.
When: Intermittent; began after Honda service and software update for Auto Start safety recall; occurs at stop signs, traffic signals, during stop-and-go traffic, and while parking
Symptoms owners cite: Anti-theft system randomly loses power; Vehicle power cuts out while slowing down or braking to stop; Must wait approximately 30 seconds for ignition Start button to illuminate again; Center dash display shows 'Anti-Theft System lost power' error; Must press and hold stereo power button to reset anti-theft system; Cannot lock vehicle if system loses power while parked
Repairs/costs cited: Issue did not occur until after vehicle was serviced and system was updated for Auto Start recall.
Power Outlet Fire and Electrical Hazard
Third-row driver's-side 110V power outlet caught fire while vehicle was being driven with children aboard. Plastic and surrounding area melted from the fire. No warning lights illuminated before the fire started. Fire department indicated the fire was electrical in nature. Owner believes it is similar to Safety Recall Report 20V-066.
When: While dropping kids off at school; no prior warning lights
Symptoms owners cite: Smoke smell detected while driving; Third-row power outlet catches fire; Plastic and surrounding area melted; No warning lights prior to fire
Repairs/costs cited: Fire extinguisher from school used to extinguish fire. Fire department responded. Vehicle sitting at mechanic lot waiting for Honda response.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Called Honda Customer Care on date of incident; still waiting for response despite multiple calls; told case is in queue. Insurance waiting for Honda response before proceeding.
Collision Mitigation Braking System False Activations
The collision mitigation braking system activates unexpectedly with no vehicles or objects around the vehicle, causing sudden hard braking that results in physical injury to occupants. Vehicle displays 'brake' message on instrument panel during false activation.
When: Occurred several times while no other vehicles or objects were around; one incident at 50-65 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Collision mitigation braking system applies without cause; Vehicle stops abruptly with no object or vehicle in front; 'Brake' message displays on instrument panel; Occupants sustain whiplash from sudden stop
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer diagnosis found no issues. Manufacturer notified; arranged for field technician to inspect but vehicle was never inspected or repaired.
Memory Seat Malfunction
The memory seat function stops working or fails to retain seat position settings. Issue persists or recurs even after dealership service.
When: Issue recurred after service on 10/31/25
Symptoms owners cite: Memory seat stops working; Seat position not retained
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership charged almost $1,000 for service including battery replacement; issue reappeared shortly after service.
Vehicle Stalling with Loss of Control in Heavy Traffic
Vehicle stalls completely in the middle of traffic with no ability to restart, put vehicle in gear, engage or disengage parking brake, or turn off the engine. Vehicle becomes completely frozen in place on highways and at busy intersections, creating extreme collision hazard.
When: Multiple incidents including middle of seven-lane highway and hospital entrance
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalls in traffic; Vehicle cannot be turned off or on; Cannot engage or remove parking brake; Cannot put vehicle in gear or neutral; Vehicle completely frozen/unresponsive
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership will not listen to owner or provide repairs despite multiple repeat incidents.
Water Intrusion Causing Electrical Shorts
Water slowly leaks into the vehicle through sliding doors or other openings, causing corrosion and electrical shorts in door lock modules and power control systems. Moisture damage to modules renders door locks and tailgates inoperable. Water damage accumulates over time until system fails completely.
When: Gradual water accumulation; one tailgate failure in March 2024 after water infiltration; visible water damage in fuse box areas
Symptoms owners cite: Water damage visible on electrical modules and fuse boxes; Corrosion inside door lock or power modules; Gradual loss of door lock or tailgate function; 'Low battery' warning immediately after starting, indicating possible short
Repairs/costs cited: Power tailgate unit replacement and water leak repair cost $1,776.18. Door control module replacement approximately $400, Honda dealership parts only. Manual emergency opening not available for affected doors/tailgates.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Owner sent letter to American Honda Motor Company on 07/02/25; no response received.
Power Steering and Brake System Unresponsiveness During Electrical Failure
When vehicle loses electrical power or stalls, the brake pedal becomes stiff and unresponsive, and steering becomes difficult. Drivers are unable to steer or brake the vehicle to safety, forcing them to roll until the vehicle comes to a stop on its own.
When: Occurs during loss of electrical power events; one incident at 40 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal becomes stiff and will not depress; Vehicle loses steering response; Driver unable to control vehicle to pull to shoulder
Codes mentioned: Push the Start Button and Hold for Two Seconds message
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified; case opened but vehicle not diagnosed or repaired.
Synthesized from 33 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
The Anti-Theft System on the car randomly looses power. This causes the car's power to cut out when you are slowing down and apply the brakes to stop. Once the power cuts, you have to wait about 30 seconds before the ignition Start button illuminates again to restart the car. Once you restart the car the screen on the center dash (stereo/navigation screen) states the Anti-Theft System lost power…
Third row drivers-side power outlet caught on fire while dropping kids off at school. Kids started saying they smelled smoke while driving. Six year old child was sitting in seat right next to the power outlet shouted the van was on fire, everyone exited vehicle Fire extinguisher from school was used to put the fire out. Fire department came, stated the fire seemed electrical in nature; do not…
Engine turns off by itself at stop. Auto idle stop was not turned on. It also happened when i pressed the reverse button. When it turns off by itself, i have to turn it back on and put it back into gear. It happened 4 times today
The idle start stop feature constantly doesn’t work on our 2022 Honda Odyssey Touring. When stopped at a light or stop sign the engine will turn off COMPLETELY, causing me to have to put the car in park and restart the car. Also, sometimes the van will start, sometimes it won't. I replaced the battery and now it starts but it is still turning itself off in traffic.There have been several…
The liftgate on my vehicle stopped functioning in March 2024, one month after the warranty expired. On June 24, 2025, the vehicle underwent a power tailgate unit replacement and water leak repair at Ocean Honda of Brockton. Water had leaked into the tailgate unit and caused it to short out. The total cost for this repair was $1,776.18. I have attached a copy of the paid service repair summary and…
On October 31, 2025, I brought my vehicle to the dealer for several issues, including an Auto Engine Idle Stop System problem, a memory seat malfunction, and other concerns that were discussed with the service advisor and are listed in the invoice. I was charged almost $1,000, including a new battery. Initially, some of the problems appeared to be resolved, but shortly after the service, the…
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated upon depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal was stiff and would not go down. The contact was unable to pull to the side of the road and allowed the vehicle to roll until it came to a complete stop. The contact and his son exit the vehicle. The contact…
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Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2022 Honda Odyssey?
It's a meaningful issue. 33 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Based on the 33 complaints filed, electrical issues most often appear around 40,000 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 $850 for electrical 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 electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical 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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