2015 Honda Odyssey Safety Report

2015 Honda Odyssey Safety Report

189Complaints
6Recalls
★★★★★Safety Rating
5/100Reliability Score
8Injuries
Most reported components: Engine (24)Power Train (24)Unknown Or Other (16)Structure (16)Seats (12)Power Train,Engine (11)Electrical System (9)Air Bags (6)Fuel/Propulsion System (3)Suspension (3)

Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Honda Odyssey

This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Honda Odyssey. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.

2015 Honda Odyssey Safety Signal Summary
SignalValueWhat to inspect next
Recall burdenHigh (6)Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below.
Owner complaintsHigh (189)Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates.
Crash and fire reports0Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item.
Primary component hubEngineCompare engine issues across vehicles.
Cleaner nearby model year2017Compare against the 2017 Honda Odyssey with 36 complaints and 2 recalls.
Riskier nearby model year2018Check the 2018 Honda Odyssey before buying across this generation.

Honda Odyssey Year-by-Year Comparison

The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Honda Odyssey years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.

Nearby Honda Odyssey Model Years
Model YearComplaintsRecallsUse case
2016 Honda Odyssey 250 6 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2017 Honda Odyssey 36 2 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2018 Honda Odyssey 860 13 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2019 Honda Odyssey 796 17 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2020 Honda Odyssey 357 11 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2021 Honda Odyssey 111 6 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.

2015 Honda Odyssey Complaint Theme Map

Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Honda Odyssey, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.

Engine

24 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Engine issues Honda only

Power Train

24 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Power Train issues Honda only

Unknown Or Other

16 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Unknown Or Other issues Honda only

Structure

16 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Structure issues Honda only

Seats

12 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Seats issues Honda only

Power Train,Engine

11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Power Train,Engine issues Honda only

AI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Honda Odyssey

The 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY has accumulated 189 complaints and 6 recalls in the NHTSA database. It received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). There have been 8 reported injuries and 0 reported deaths. The most frequently reported problem areas are engine (24 complaints), power train (24 complaints), unknown or other (16 complaints). Structural integrity and seat assembly issues are common, with recalls for mid/rear seat assembly and fuel tank assembly. Powertrain and engine problems are also frequent, including engine misfires and fuel pump failures. Safety concerns include recalls for seat assembly and fuel system issues. Additionally, there are reports of sudden loss of power and engine misfires, which can be alarming. Key known issues to be aware of include Mid/Rear Seat Assembly, Fuel Tank Assembly, Engine Misfires. Be cautious of mid/rear seat assembly and fuel system issues, as they have been frequently recalled. Check for any recalls and ensure the vehicle has been serviced.

Reliability Score

The 2015 Honda Odyssey receives a reliability score of 5 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.

NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Honda Odyssey

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.

Overall
★★★★★
5/5
Frontal Crash
★★★★★
5/5
Side Crash
★★★★★
5/5
Rollover
★★★★☆
4/5

Known Issues for the 2015 Honda Odyssey

The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Honda Odyssey:

IssueSeverityFrequencyTypical Mileage
Mid/Rear Seat Assembly
Recalled for potential failure, affecting passenger safety.
Medium Rare 30k-60k miles
Fuel Tank Assembly
Recalled for potential fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard.
Medium Rare 30k-60k miles
Engine Misfires
Due to oil fouling, leading to engine misfires and check engine light.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles
Fuel Pump Failure
Recalled for potential failure, affecting vehicle performance.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles

Common Problems Reported by Owners

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Honda Odyssey:

Seats 25% of complaints

Issues with mid/rear seat assembly are common.

Engine 20% of complaints

Engine misfires due to oil fouling are frequent.

Fuel System 20% of complaints

Fuel pump and tank assembly issues are common.

Power Train 15% of complaints

Power train and engine problems are frequent.

Recall Details for the 2015 Honda Odyssey

The following 6 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Honda Odyssey by NHTSA:

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility:Wheelchair Restraints/Securement:Latch/Anchor:
Campaign #25V876000 17/12/2025

Summary: Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Consequence: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.

Manufacturer: Rollx Vans
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Campaign #23V858000 18/12/2023

Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly
Campaign #18V170000 13/03/2018

Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats have a lever to fold the seatback and slide the seat forward to access the third row seats. Due to a manufacturing error, if the walk-in release lever is used to fold a fully reclined left outboard seatback forward, the seatback may stay in the unlocked position (free-folding) or unexpectedly unlock without engaging the walk-in or recliner lever.

Consequence: An unlocked second row left outboard seatback increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will confirm proper operation of the second row left outboard seatback, and install a support bracket to the seat recliner. If the seatback cannot lock, dealers will replace the seatback frame assembly. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number ...

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly
Campaign #17V725000 17/11/2017

Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats can slide sideways to one of two positions. If a seat is placed between either of the two positions when attaching the seat to the vehicle floor, the seat will not latch properly to the seat striker, allowing the seat to tip forward unexpectedly during braking.

Consequence: If the seat tips forward during braking, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to the second row outboard floor strikers, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2018. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is S0G.

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly
Campaign #16V933000 27/12/2016

Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2010, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have second row outboard seats that have a release lever that allows the seats to move for easier access to the third row of seats. This release lever may remain in the unlocked position allowing the seats to move unexpectedly.

Consequence: An unlocked second row outboard seat increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional bracket and spring to both second row outboard seats, free of charge. Interim letter has been mailed, and a second notification will be sent . Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KD5.

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
Campaign #16V417000 09/06/2016

Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 Acura MDX 2WD and MDX 4WD vehicles, 2016 Acura MDX 4WD vehicles, 2015-2016 Honda Odyssey vehicles, and 2016 Honda Pilot 2WD and 4WD vehicles. The affected vehicles have fuel tanks that were manufactured with insufficient welds which may separate and allow fuel to leak out.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. Owners may contact Honda/Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Honda's numbers for this recall are KA9 (Honda vehicles) and KB0 (Acura vehicles).

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Honda Odyssey

Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Honda Odyssey with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.

Steering,Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control
02/28/2026

I am submitting this urgent complaint regarding my 2015 Honda Odyssey, equipped with the 3.5L V6 engine referenced in (TSB) 20-023 which acknowledges that the front rocker arm oil control valve (spool valve) gasket may fail and leak engine oil directly onto the alternator located beneath it. This condition can cause alternator contamination, charging system failure, electrical malfunction, and pot...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11721126
Unknown Or Other
02/16/2026

The automatic sliding doors are malfunctioning and will not open. We bought this vehicle used from Fred Anderson Kia of Greenville.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11718261
Engine
02/05/2026

Honda issued a warranty extension covering piston ring deterioration that causes engine misfires (DTCs P0301–P0304) due to oil fouling. I experienced this exact condition on 3/11/25 prior to issuance of the warranty extension, resulting in an engine misfire and loss of drivability. To restore basic operation of the vehicle, an independent repair facility replaced a fouled spark plug, documenting ...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11716004
Electrical System
01/15/2026

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Odyssey. It was discovered that there was a discrepancy in mileage. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 96,000; however, upon registration, it was discovered that the actual mileage was 222,000. While registering the vehicle, the contact was informed that the registration and the Carfax report presented to them...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11711062
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Service Brakes
01/02/2026

On December 31 at approximately 300 p.m., our 2015 Honda Odyssey experienced a sudden and complete loss of motive power while traveling eastbound on the Sam Houston Parkway South just after crossing the Buffalo Bayou Toll Bridge at highway speed. While driving normally, the Check ABS warning light illuminated. Immediately afterward, multiple dashboard warning lights began flashing and the engine a...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11708374
Power Train
12/23/2025

The car sporadically does not shift from 1st 2 second and then abruptly shuts cause a loud jerk of engine and car. It is startling and scary when it happens. I’m afraid the car will break down while in the road. Every time we take the car to dealership they “cannot replicate” issue therefore there is nothing to fix on an issue that is all over the internet with Honda vans and suvs.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11706729
Electrical System
12/05/2025

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Odyssey. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 7,274. The contact took the vehicle to a Honda dealer to have the vehicle inspected, and it was later discovered that the mileage on the Title was over 200,000. The dealer checked the maintenanc...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11703226
Engine
10/03/2025

American Honda Motor Co, Inc. recently sent a warranty extension due to piston ring deterioration causing misfires. They have improperly denied my claim for reasons that were clearly arbitrary and to get out of reimbursing me for the repair. This is a safety concern because the car is unable to accelerate safely to merge onto an interstate and puts other drivers at risk.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11691143
Electrical System
09/26/2025

Odometer Fraud. The contact intended to purchase a 2015 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that upon retrieving the Carfax report of the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. The vehicle was advertised with 113,000 miles; however, the Carfax report displayed that the mileage was 291,000. The vehicle was not purchased.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11689988
Electrical System,Wheels,Engine
09/26/2025

had purchased my 2015 Honda Odyssey in the year of 2015. When I first went in for a first service my car have a light saying Check engine, check VSA, check LDW, check FDW and once a while my shake when we are on the road. We told the service people at the dealership to have a look at it but they said nothing wrong with it.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11689949
Engine
08/22/2025

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at night, the check engine warning light started flashing. The contact was able to pull over. The contact called a mobile mechanic who determined that there was a misfire in cylinder #1, and that the spark plugs needed to be replaced. The spark plugs were replaced, but additional repairs were needed. The vehicle was taken...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11682473
Unknown Or Other
08/14/2025

What happened? When I took my 2015 Honda Odyssey (VIN: [XXX] ) to a Honda dealer for service, I was told Honda’s internal database incorrectly shows the vehicle as having a salvage/junk title. Minnesota DMV records confirm my title is clean. Component/system affected: This error prevented the dealer from performing warranty-covered inspections and potential repairs on safety systems including bra...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11680541
Power Train,Engine
08/11/2025

I am reporting an engine defect covered under Honda’s recent warranty extension for 2013–2017 Odyssey / 2013–2015 Pilot vehicles when the MIL comes on with DTCs P0301–P0304. On November 1, 2022, I was stranded on the road when the check-engine light came on. At Honda Muller of Gurnee, the dealer diagnosed misfires consistent with P0301–P0304, explaining the underlying cause as piston ring function...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11679810
Engine
08/07/2025

On March 27th, I was driving my car. My children were with me and we were on the way home from swim practice. With no warning, my engine went crazy. We were sitting at a stop light and the idel became very rough shaking the entire car. The engine was slow to respond to the accelerator and ultimately I decided that it was not safe to drive. I had my van towed to my mechanic who ran diagnosti...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11679169
Electrical System
07/30/2025

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Odyssey. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 144,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 244,000.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11677287
Engine
07/24/2025

My vehicle has a know issue with Honda Corporate with the variable cylinder management that has lead to 7 miss fires in 4 years. The frequent and excessive miss fires are caused by carbon and oil leaking through the piston rings. Honda has attempted to repair the piston rings but that repair was a fail. I’ve experienced a miss fire after the repair and now require another change to my spark plugs ...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11676053
Seats
07/07/2025

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V725000 (SEATS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experi...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11671704
Visibility/Wiper
03/31/2025

Back hatchback glass spontaneously shattered. Nobody was in the vehicle and it was in the garage. So- nobody was hurt; however, this may not have been the case had we been riding down the highway. From my research this is not the first time this has happened with this model vehicle. I plan to contact Honda today, if that is possible. I have pictures that show it could not have been hit by an ...

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11651664
Fuel/Propulsion System
03/13/2025

Fuel pump failure that was not a part of the 2.5 million car recall. Honda would not help.

Mileage: 5 mi · ODI #11648169
Engine
03/10/2025

The engine has experienced a cylinder 1 misfire condition twice in the last month. In each instance, the spark plug has been fouled with oil and caused the ignition coil pack to malfunction. When the failure occurred, the vehicle was in operation at roadway speeds and placed the vehicle into limp mode with a flashing check engine light and deactivating the forward collision monitor and lane depar...

ODI #11647327

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Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Honda Odyssey

Has the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY been recalled?

Yes, the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY has 6 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.

How many complaints does the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY have?

The 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY has 189 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. 8 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.

What is the safety rating for the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY?

The 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY?

The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY involve engine (24 complaints), power train (24 complaints), unknown or other (16 complaints). Other affected components include structure, seats, power train,engine.

How many crash reports does the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY have?

There are no crash reports associated with the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY in the NHTSA database.

How many fire reports does the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY have?

There are no fire reports for the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY in the NHTSA database.

Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY?

No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY.

How many injuries are reported for the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY?

8 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.

Should I buy a 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY is acceptable with caveats. It has 189 complaints, 6 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.

What components fail most on the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY?

The components with the most failures on the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY are: 1. ENGINE (24 complaints), 2. POWER TRAIN (24 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (16 complaints), 4. STRUCTURE (16 complaints), 5. SEATS (12 complaints). ENGINE is the single most-reported problem area with 24 complaints.

What should I know before buying a 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY?

Be cautious of mid/rear seat assembly and fuel system issues, as they have been frequently recalled. Check for any recalls and ensure the vehicle has been serviced. The 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY has 189 NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).

How reliable is the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY?

The 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 189 owner complaints, 6 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Mid/Rear Seat Assembly and Fuel Tank Assembly.

What are the known issues with the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY?

Known issues with the 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY include: Mid/Rear Seat Assembly, Fuel Tank Assembly, Engine Misfires, Fuel Pump Failure. These are based on patterns found across 189 NHTSA complaints. 6 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.

Are there any recalls for the 2015 Honda Odyssey?

Yes, there are recalls for mid/rear seat assembly and fuel tank assembly.

What are the common issues with the engine?

Engine misfires due to oil fouling are common, leading to check engine lights.

Can the fuel system cause safety concerns?

Yes, fuel pump and tank assembly issues can pose a fire hazard.

Buyer Advice

Our recommendation: Be cautious of mid/rear seat assembly and fuel system issues, as they have been frequently recalled. Check for any recalls and ensure the vehicle has been serviced.

NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Honda Odyssey

This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Honda Odyssey. The data includes 189 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 6 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 8 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.

The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Honda Odyssey an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.

All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.

Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.

Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.

Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16