2023 Honda Odyssey Safety Report
2023 HONDA ODYSSEY Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2023 Honda Odyssey
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2023 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 (4) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (78) | 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 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Compare forward collision avoidance issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2026 | Compare against the 2026 Honda Odyssey with 3 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2020 | Check the 2020 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Honda Odyssey | 49 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Honda Odyssey | 113 | 7 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2025 Honda Odyssey | 102 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Honda Odyssey | 111 | 6 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2026 Honda Odyssey | 3 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Honda Odyssey | 357 | 11 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2023 Honda Odyssey Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2023 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.
Forward Collision Avoidance
10 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Honda onlyStructure
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Structure issues Honda onlyElectrical System
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Honda onlyEngine
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Honda onlyUnknown Or Other
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Honda onlyElectrical System,Engine
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Engine issues Honda onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2023 Honda Odyssey
Reliability Score
The 2023 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 2023 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 2023 Honda Odyssey
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2023 Honda Odyssey:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance The Forward Collision Avoidance system has been reported to have occasional display errors, which can be sporadic. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Some owners have reported knocking noises and other electrical system malfunctions, which can be intermittent. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Engine knocking noises have been reported, possibly due to recent oil changes. Monitor for any unusual sounds. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Back Over Prevention There have been reports of the rear lift gate randomly opening and closing, which can be a safety concern. |
Low | Occasional | 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 2023 Honda Odyssey:
Issues with the Forward Collision Avoidance system have been reported, with some owners experiencing display errors.
Electrical system malfunctions have been reported, including knocking noises and other intermittent issues.
Engine knocking noises have been reported, possibly due to recent oil changes.
There have been reports of the rear lift gate randomly opening and closing, which can be a safety concern.
Recall Details for the 2023 Honda Odyssey
The following 4 recalls have been issued for the 2023 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 2023-2024 Odyssey and 2024 Acura RDX vehicles. The steering gear box assembly may not have been tightened properly, allowing water to enter the assembly and cause corrosion and binding gears.
Consequence: Corroded and binding steering gears can result in a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are LHU and FHT.
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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2023 Honda Odyssey
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2023 Honda Odyssey with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 reported injuries or fatalities.
Back up camera display went black and issued error. This error is sporadic. please approve replacement.
I have a 2023 Honda Odyssey. The engine is making a knocking noise. The oil has just been changed with 5.7 quarts, following the factory specifications, but the knocking is still there. The timing belt tensioner has also been replaced, as well as the high-pressure fuel pump. However, the knocking noise is still present, especially at low speeds.
Rear lift gate randomly opens and closes automatically while driving and when parked. My kids were in the back seat and there were groceries in the trunk that could have fallen out. Dealership said it's not a recall, and that it is due to a bad weather stripping around the rear window allowing water into the lift gate and damage the controls.
While driving, the vehicle loses power, hesitates, and jerks, then stalls and shuts off without warning, especially in extreme heat and stop-and-go traffic. The failure occurs more frequently when the fuel level drops below approximately half a tank. After stalling, the vehicle will not restart until it cools down for 20–30 minutes, then temporarily operates normally before the issue repeats. Wa...
I reported issues regarding egress failure and children stuck within the back seat of the van, Electronic Dashboard failing while driving, and no start issues amongst others (11709419). Previously the certified dealer stated the issues just could not be reproduced, despite my videos, however, today they stated a Honda admin level director showed and told them the issues are being reported by other...
My 2023 Honda Odyssey Elite has recurring, intermittent safety-related malfunctions across multiple systems. The most serious issues are: (1) door lock/unlock and rear door opening failures preventing emergency egress (children trapped), (2) intermittent “no-start/no-response” where push-button start does nothing (no click/no crank and sometimes no lights/electrical response), and (3) intermittent...
Water getting into trunk
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 a fortune on so it would last forever and it's a lemon I'm holding my breath doesn't strand us any time I have to break.
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 van. We cleaned it, had the dealer inspect it and no one has ever figured out why we have to live with this blaring warning...
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. However, they had to order, but they didn't anticipate that it would be in back order. A couple months later, we checked on...
Our auto idle randomly will shut the entire van off. Leaving us stranded without being able to go for 15-30 seconds until we can get It restarted. There has been no warnings or codes thrown Early on it has been unable to reproduce for them when at the dealership It has been to dealership numerous times because it’s a scary safety issue with cars usually behind us honking, yelling, and ho...
failed windshield monocular cameras, Collision Mitigation LKA Adaptive cruise Lane Departure Mitigation Auto High Beam
The vehicle engine failed to restart after being idle for a few minutes in heavy traffic on Southern State Parkway. The vehicle’s Auto idle stop function was being utilized during this time.
I was driving about 15 mph in my neighborhood when my passenger side mirror exploded and flew onto my passenger side door/window. It hit so hard that it left a scratch on the window and on the paint.
The contact owns a 2023 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stated that the check engine and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. There was an abnormal metallic grinding sound coming from the engine compartment before the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The...
I was driving down the road and all the sudden I hear a loud bang/shatter noise. I look over and see that my passenger side mirror is hanging down and shattered. Didn’t notice any impact or anything when it happened. The mechanism that works the mirror broke. No damage to the plastic casing or nothing.
The contact owns a 2023 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was turned off, the contact pressed the tailgate release button on the tailgate, and the tailgate closed and struck the contact on the back. Medical attention was not needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.
8 warnings/problems all at once: Adaptive cruise control Brake hold system Vehicle stability assist Power steering system Hill start assist Collision mitigation system Road departure mitigation system Brake system
Engine shut off in traffic after Auto Idle-Stop failed to restart. While stopped at a red light with Auto Idle-Stop active, the engine shut down normally. When I released the brake to proceed, all electrical power dropped—cluster went dark, accessories reset, and the engine did not crank. Vehicle coasted dead across the intersection and required a full key-cycle to restart, exposing my family and...
The contact owns a 2023 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while his wife was driving 20 MPH, attempting to make left turn, she noticed the passenger side rear view mirror was shattered. The contact mention some of the glass did get into the vehicle. No injuries were sustained. a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and they informed the contact there was no recall for the pa...
Showing 20 of 78 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2023 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: 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 2023 Honda Odyssey
Has the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY been recalled?
Yes, the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY has 4 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY have?
The 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY has 78 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. 9 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY?
The 2023 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 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY involve forward collision avoidance (10 complaints), structure (5 complaints), electrical system (5 complaints). Other affected components include engine, unknown or other, electrical system,engine.
How many crash reports does the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY have?
There are no fire reports for the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY.
How many injuries are reported for the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY?
9 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY is acceptable with caveats. It has 78 complaints, 4 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 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY?
The components with the most failures on the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY are: 1. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (10 complaints), 2. STRUCTURE (5 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (5 complaints), 4. ENGINE (4 complaints), 5. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (4 complaints). FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE is the single most-reported problem area with 10 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY?
Regular maintenance and monitoring of the Forward Collision Avoidance system, electrical system, and engine are crucial to ensure safety and reliability. The 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY has 78 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY?
The 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 78 owner complaints, 4 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Forward Collision Avoidance and Electrical System.
What are the known issues with the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY?
Known issues with the 2023 HONDA ODYSSEY include: Forward Collision Avoidance, Electrical System, Engine, Back Over Prevention. These are based on patterns found across 78 NHTSA complaints. 4 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2023 Honda Odyssey?
The most common issues include Forward Collision Avoidance display errors, electrical system malfunctions, engine knocking noises, and rear lift gate random opening and closing.
Are there any recalls for the 2023 Honda Odyssey?
Yes, there are recalls for equipment, steering, and fuel system issues. Check for recalls and have your vehicle serviced accordingly.
What should I do if I experience intermittent safety-related malfunctions?
Monitor the issue and consult a professional mechanic to diagnose and address the problem promptly.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Regular maintenance and monitoring of the Forward Collision Avoidance system, electrical system, and engine are crucial to ensure safety and reliability.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2023 Honda Odyssey
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2023 Honda Odyssey. The data includes 78 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 4 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 9 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2023 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