The transmission failed on two separate occasions. The first instance occurred while making a left turn when the gear shifting malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to emit a groaning noise. This happened at a speed of less than 5 mph and lasted only a couple of seconds. The second incident took place while I was waiting at a traffic light. When the light turned green, my vehicle failed to move. I…
2022 Honda Odyssey powertrain problems
moderate Owners of the 2022 Honda Odyssey have filed 14 NHTSA complaints about the powertrain at roughly $2,500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See powertrain across all vehicles →
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$2,500
| Model year | powertrain complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Odyssey | 155 |
| 2019 Odyssey | 119 |
| 2020 Odyssey | 15 |
| 2021 Odyssey | 6 |
| 2022 Odyssey (this page) | 14 |
| 2023 Odyssey | 3 |
| 2024 Odyssey | 11 |
| 2025 Odyssey | 21 |
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners describe catastrophic transmission failures in 2022 Odysseys at alarmingly low mileage—some within 48 hours, others under 500 miles, several under 2,000 miles. The dominant failure pattern is sudden loss of drive engagement: the engine revs but the transmission does not transfer power, forcing the vehicle to coast toward a stop. One owner lost all acceleration while at 75 mph in the center lane of a busy freeway; another experienced the same at 80 mph during rush hour. A third with 13.5k miles reported the transmission entering a state where the drive gear indicator flashes and the vehicle limps along at 40 mph only when the driver manually cycles between Sport and Drive modes.
Complaints consistently mention no warning lights before failure—the transmission simply quits with no prior indication. When warning messages do appear, they show "Transmission temperature near limit," "Transmission service required," or generic transmission system faults. Owners also report RPM needles oscillating wildly, loud groaning and grinding noises, and infotainment systems freezing.
Dealers confirm the fault is real and typically requires complete transmission replacement. One service advisor disclosed Honda is aware of the issue on 2022+ models. An owner at 120,000 miles faced a $4,000 replacement bill, suggesting the defect may persist beyond the early-mileage cases.
Same Honda Odyssey powertrain reports on nearby years: 2019 · 2020
Failure modes owners describe
Transmission slip/loss of engagement under load
Engine revs without forward motion, as if transmission is in neutral or has lost engagement between engine and drivetrain, typically occurring during acceleration or highway driving.
When: Most failures within first 1,500 miles; one reported at 120,000 miles. Occurs during highway driving at 70+ mph or during acceleration from stop.
Symptoms owners cite: Engine revving with no acceleration response; RPM needle oscillating wildly between gears; Gear slipping sensation; Loud groaning or grinding noises during gear shifts; Vehicle unable to maintain speed and coasts to near-stop
Repairs/costs cited: Full transmission replacement required. One owner cited $4,000 replacement cost at 120,000 miles.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda aware of transmission issue per dealership disclosure in narrative #2. Case numbers opened (e.g., 12339737). Honda ordering replacement transmissions. Multiple service techs report seeing the problem previously on 2022+ Odysseys.
Transmission temperature warning and reduced power mode
Transmission overheats and vehicle enters reduced-power mode, limiting acceleration and max speed.
When: Approximately 40-50 minutes into highway driving; within 48 hours of vehicle purchase.
Symptoms owners cite: Dashboard warning: 'Transmission temperature near limit. Performance may be reduced.'; Reduced throttle response despite pressing gas pedal firmly; Vehicle limited to 25 mph in Sport mode after warning displayed
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Case opened with Honda America operations.
Gear indicator flashing with loss of throttle response
Transmission enters fault state where drive ('D') gear indicator flashes on dash, throttle becomes unresponsive, and transmission requires manual cycling between Sport and Drive modes with gas pedal finesse to maintain any forward motion.
When: At 13.5k miles on one vehicle; early in ownership on others.
Symptoms owners cite: Gear indicator ('D') flashing on dashboard; Zero throttle response when pressing accelerator; Engine revving as if in neutral when mistimed; Vehicle can only maintain 40 mph with active manual mode cycling; Blind spot monitoring alerts; transmission service alert
Repairs/costs cited: Full transmission replacement required.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Service techs stated they had seen the problem previously on 2022+ Odysseys and expected full transmission replacement.
Transmission shifting to neutral without warning
Transmission unexpectedly downshifts or engages neutral during highway cruising, eliminating all forward motion.
When: Within 2,000 miles; no prior warning signs.
Symptoms owners cite: Transmission shifts into neutral without driver input; Loss of acceleration at highway speed; No warning lights or indicators preceding failure; Described as 'gear miss numbering' by dealer
Repairs/costs cited: Full transmission replacement after only 2,000 miles.
Infotainment system freezing and shutting down
Secondary issue: infotainment system locks up or powers off multiple times during operation, potentially masking or coinciding with transmission problems.
When: First few days of ownership; occurs during same events as transmission issues.
Symptoms owners cite: Infotainment screen frozen; System shuts down and restarts; Multiple freeze/restart cycles in short drive
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2022 Honda Odyssey?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 14 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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)
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Honda/Odyssey.
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