2022 Honda Odyssey Safety Report
2022 Honda Odyssey Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2022 Honda Odyssey
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2022 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.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (7) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (113) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 0 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Electrical System | Compare electrical system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2024 | Compare against the 2024 Honda Odyssey with 49 complaints and 2 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 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.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Honda Odyssey | 78 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Honda Odyssey | 111 | 6 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2024 Honda Odyssey | 49 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Honda Odyssey | 357 | 11 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2025 Honda Odyssey | 102 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Honda Odyssey | 796 | 17 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2022 Honda Odyssey Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2022 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.
Electrical System
15 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Honda onlyForward Collision Avoidance
13 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Honda onlyPower Train
13 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Honda onlyUnknown Or Other
12 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Honda onlyAir Bags
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Honda onlyVisibility/Wiper
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Visibility/Wiper issues Honda onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2022 Honda Odyssey
Reliability Score
The 2022 Honda Odyssey receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2022 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.
Known Issues for the 2022 Honda Odyssey
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2022 Honda Odyssey:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System Reports indicate that the electrical system can experience issues, particularly around 30,000 to 60,000 miles. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Forward Collision Avoidance There have been reports of malfunctions in the forward collision avoidance system, which could affect safety. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Power Train Power train malfunctions have been reported, which can lead to unexpected vehicle behavior. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine A catastrophic engine failure was reported at approximately 154,000 miles, though it is less common. |
Low | Rare | 154k-180k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2022 Honda Odyssey:
Issues with the electrical system are the most common problem, affecting 15% of vehicles.
Malfunctions in the forward collision avoidance system are reported in 13% of vehicles.
Power train malfunctions are reported in 13% of vehicles.
Air bag malfunctions are reported in 6% of vehicles.
Recall Details for the 2022 Honda Odyssey
The following 7 recalls have been issued for the 2022 Honda Odyssey by NHTSA:
Summary: Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. 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: Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters was mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Consequence: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
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.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2020-2022 Passport and Odyssey vehicles. The heating pads behind both side-view mirrors may not be bonded properly, allowing the mirror glass to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both left and right side-view mirrors, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is FE5.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 Odyssey vehicles equipped with Bridgestone tires. The affected vehicles may have a tire that contains a pinhole, causing a slow air leak. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
Consequence: A slow air leak can affect tire performance, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect all four tires and replace the tire if a pinhole is found, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 24, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is HBL.
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 Odyssey vehicles. The second-row outboard seats may have deformed seat rail locking mechanisms, which could prevent the seat rails from locking into place.
Consequence: A seat that is not locked into place can move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both second-row outboard seat frames, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YBE.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2022 Honda Odyssey
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2022 Honda Odyssey with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 4 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact's girlfriend owns a 2022 Honda Odyssey. While the owner was driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, and the engine seized. The message to pull over to the nearest fuel station was displayed. The contact stated that the tow truck driver attempted to start the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to start. Several unknown warning lights were ...
No sensor in the back of the sliding rear doors. Door was being closed and 2 year old’s hand was caught and stuck in the back when the door completely closed
My 2022 Honda Odyssey experienced a sudden catastrophic engine failure at approximately 154,000 miles while driving under normal conditions. The failure involved the vehicle’s engine and resulted in a loud knocking noise followed by loss of engine power and the vehicle becoming inoperable. The Honda dealership diagnosed the engine as having internal engine failure with metal contamination present...
My car’s power system is totally off twice suddenly ( around 4:00pm & 8:30pm) when I completely stop at the traffic light. Cannot re-start the car, cannot open the rear doors, cannot turn on the emergency light to warn other cars. After waiting for a a few minutes, the power is back, I can start my car again When my car totally loss power at 8:30pm and cannot turn on the emergency light at ni...
The sunroof exploded, causing the glass to shatter, while driving. The vehicle is available for inspection. The noise from the glass shattering caused ear pain, headache, and tinnitus, which has been evaluated by a doctor. State Farm insurance has aided in the situation. The vehicle is in the body shop for repairs. The sunroof indicated no warning prior to the shattering of the glass.
All passenger side curtain airbags deployed after going over a pothole, despite no tire/wheel/frame damage to the car according to the Honda dealership. No collision occurred, only going over a pothole. SRS is available for review from dealership. Vehicle has been inspected by dealership and insurance representative. No warning lamps or messages prior to the failure, only after going over the poth...
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 glass sunroof exploded on our 2022 Honda Odyssey. No prior issues, dents, etc., serviced consistently by the local dealership. While driving on the highway an explosion sound occurred overhead. No overpasses were nearby, nor were any projectiles witnessed. Thankfully, the interior sunroof shade was completely closed, preventing the thousands of pieces of broken glass from falling into t...
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 incidents...
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 Auto...
The Honda High Pressure Fuel Pump Recall is an ongoing and critical safety campaign impacting numerous Honda and Acura models primarily from the 2017-2022 model years. The defective fuel pump component can fail unexpectedly, causing sudden loss of engine power while driving, significantly increasing the risk of a crash or fire. I am the manager and co-owner in an automotive mechanic workshop in M...
I was at a 4 way stop on a quiet street, I stopped and then proceeded to move forward. As I was moving forward, in the middle of the intersection, the automatic emergency braking system activated which slammed on my brakes, involuntarily, in the middle of the intersection. There were no hazards in front of me that the vehicle would have detected as being a cause for braking. Thankfully, no one was...
Engine Auto Start/Stop vehicle failed to restart upon taking foot off of brake pedal. Took my car to Honda dealership on 8/29, dealership said it was a bad battery. Had the battery replaced and 2 weeks later on 9/12 vehicle failed to restart upon taking foot off of brake pedal.
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front driver’s side seat belt buckle unexpectedly unlatched. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 50,000...
This vehicle had the recall repaired for the Most Bus cable issue that Honda has. Now they vehicle is back having the same issue and Honda has not done another recall for the issue starting again for the same thing this is a safety issue. You lose all rear warnings cameras and detection. Honda will not repair the recalled issue again. They have not properly fixed it.
It was the same thing as my last three reports. The vehicle stalls in a way that freezes the vehicle where I cannot turn it off or on or engage or remove the parking brake. I cannot put it in gear or in neutral. Last time it stalled me in the middle of a seven lane highway. This time it was in the middle of a hospital entrance. I feel like I am gambling with my life and the dealership won’t listen...
While stopped at a red light with brake engaged but not fully pushed down, the engine remained running while auto start/stop feature was still on. This was not the problem. Suddenly, all electric shut off including the engine. We fully engaged the brake and restarted the vehicle. This vehicle has also given low battery warnings right after engine is turned off but stereo etc remain on before the d...
My car unexpectedly did a phantom brake at high 60+ mph with no car in front of me. I was so nervous due to car behind me almost colliding into me.
Honda has issued a Service Bulletin (SERVICE BULLETIN 22-018 [XXX] ) for the issue stating that "After powering open, the tailgate either slowly sags down or the power tailgate control unit sounds a warning tone before powering the tailgate closed" This is a danger as the liftgate closes aggressively and anyone standing under it can be hit in the head and severely injured. The force required to re...
Showing 20 of 113 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2022 Honda Odyssey
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Air Bags
Opened 2025-10-28
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 18 complaints, and some Early Warning Reporting (EWR) field and death & injury reports alleging inadvertent air bag deployment. These inadvertent deployments relate to the side curtain and/or side thorax air bags in model year (MY) 2018-2022 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured by American Honda Motor Co. (Honda). The complaints allege that the inadvertent deployments occurred while the vehicle was in motion. Consumers allege no warning prior...
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Crank/Camshaft Position Sensor
Opened 2025-03-26
On June 3, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE22005 after the agency received VOQs and several field reports concerning the Auto Idle Stop (AIS) feature on 2016-2019MY Honda Pilot vehicles. The complaints allege that the engine fails to restart on its own from a complete stop at a traffic light or road intersection with the AIS function engaged. The subject vehicles are equipped with a 3.5L engine with a 9-speed automatic transmission. On January 6, 2023, ...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2022 Honda Odyssey
Has the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY been recalled?
Yes, the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY has 7 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY have?
The 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY has 113 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. 15 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY?
The 2022 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 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY involve electrical system (15 complaints), forward collision avoidance (13 complaints), power train (13 complaints). Other affected components include unknown or other, air bags, visibility/wiper.
How many crash reports does the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY have?
There are no fire reports for the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY.
How many injuries are reported for the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY?
15 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY is acceptable with caveats. It has 113 complaints, 7 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 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY?
The components with the most failures on the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (15 complaints), 2. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (13 complaints), 3. POWER TRAIN (13 complaints), 4. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (12 complaints), 5. AIR BAGS (6 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 15 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY?
Regular maintenance and inspections are crucial to ensure the safety and reliability of your 2022 Honda Odyssey. The 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY has 113 NHTSA complaints and 7 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY?
The 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 113 owner complaints, 7 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Electrical System and Forward Collision Avoidance.
What are the known issues with the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY?
Known issues with the 2022 HONDA ODYSSEY include: Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance, Power Train, Engine. These are based on patterns found across 113 NHTSA complaints. 7 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2022 Honda Odyssey?
The most common issues include electrical system failures, power train malfunctions, and forward collision avoidance system malfunctions.
Are there any recalls for the 2022 Honda Odyssey?
Yes, there have been recalls for the fuel pump, air bags, and sunroof. Regular updates and inspections are recommended.
Can the engine of a 2022 Honda Odyssey suddenly fail?
Yes, there have been reports of catastrophic engine failures, though this is less common.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Regular maintenance and inspections are crucial to ensure the safety and reliability of your 2022 Honda Odyssey.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2022 Honda Odyssey
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2022 Honda Odyssey. The data includes 113 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 7 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 15 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2022 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