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ProblemsByVin File / 2023-HONDA-ODYSSEY
2023 · honda

honda Odyssey problems

1 safety recall. 81 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
23 reports · avg $850
severe
body
6 reports · avg $1,500
severe
engine
6 reports · avg $3,100
severe
steering
5 reports · avg $700
moderate
visibility
5 reports · avg $350
moderate
brakes
3 reports · avg $450
severe
powertrain
3 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
seatbelts
3 reports · avg $500
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2023 Odyssey · visibility
The vehicle makes a whistling sound form the front of the vehicle, while on a road trip the windshield got foggy and the defroster was not able to clear the windshield due to what I believe is an air leak from the windshield, that’s also causing the whistling.
12/16/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11560445.0
2023 Odyssey · other
The front right sensor goes off randomly. Sometimes all day long for days, then nothing for a week or 2 then back to it. Various lengths of time, usually stressfully long times, with nothing aroundcausing stress and making fucus hard. It started a few months after getting the…
12/06/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11703485.0
2023 Odyssey · electrical
Auto stop/start struggles to start at lights or stopped traffic, rough idles and has already killed 1 battery, replaced under warranty and I'm having to charge my new one already since my car struggles to cold start sometimes! Incredibly stressful having 5 kids and 1car I spent…
12/06/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11703487.0
2023 Odyssey · electrical
Around Dec 2024, the central control screen started blacking out. At first, it would black out and then the screen will come back on randomly. We took the car to Tempe Honda service center, and the technician was able to reproduce the problem, and it's covered under warranty.…
11/26/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11701692.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 23V431000 15/06/2023

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the MOST cable harness and install a straightening cover over the vehicle cable connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EEL, ZEM, and SFC.

Common questions

Is the 2023 Honda Odyssey reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2023 Honda Odyssey is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2023 Honda Odyssey?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 23 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Honda Odyssey has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2023 Honda Odyssey?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 81 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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