2009 Honda Odyssey problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (39) · Engine (27) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (15)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
160 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2014-07-28 · campaign 14E049000 · 280 vehicles
Defect: Delphi Automotive Systems, LLC (Delphi) is recalling certain replacement fuel pump modules, part number FG1155-11B1, sold for use in 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The affected fuel pump may send an incorrect fuel reading to the fuel gauge possibly causing the vehicle to run out of fuel. The fuel gauge will always read 3/4 full to full regardless of the actual level.
Risk: A vehicle that runs out of fuel and stalls has an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Delphi has begun notifying dealers and distributors, and will replace the fuel pump modules, free of charge. Owners may contact Delphi customer service at 1-877-411-8770. Delphi's number for this recall is GL14-004.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2014-03-14 · campaign 14V112000 · 886,815 vehicles
Defect: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners October 6, 2014 when the remedy became available. Any vehicles that are currently leaking from the fuel pump cover will get a replacement, original cover. All vehicles, including those receiving the interim repair, will get an improved cover when they are available. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. The
Structure:body:hatchback/Liftgate:support Device/Strut 2012-02-16 · campaign 12V062000 · 45,747 vehicles
Defect: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 ODYSSEY VEHICLES, THE GAS-FILLED STRUTS THAT HELP TO RAISE AND SUPPORT THE LIFTGATE OF VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM MAY BE PRONE TO EARLY LIFE FAILURES DUE TO A MANUFACTURING FLAW. THE FLAW CAN RESULT IN A LEAK OF THE PRESSURIZED GAS, LEADING TO REDUCED STRUT PERFORMANCE.
Risk: STRUTS WITH DIMINISHED PERFORMANCE CAN LEAD TO UNEXPECTED CLOSURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Fix: HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH POWER LIFTGATE GAS STRUTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
Service bulletins (58)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Equipment:electrical:navigational System(Global Positioning System) 2023-06-13 · A21120A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service news - the navigation clock and date are incorrect. this is due to a limited gps receiver capacity resulting in rollover of the internal chip memory; the rollover occurred on january 1, 2022, at 12:00am local time.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2022-01-25 · A21120A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
servicenews article - the clock shows the incorrect time. this issue is due to a limited gps receiver capacity resulting in "rollover" of the internal chip memory; the "rollover" will occur on january 1, 2022, at 12:00am local time. as a result, once specific triggers are met, the navigation date an
Equipment:appliance:air Conditioner 2021-01-23 · A07-030 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
"service bulletin - there are several a/c leak detection tools available. -refrigerant gas leak detector -ultrasonic leak detector -leak dye"
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:catalytic Convertor 2020-06-03 · DOR-M9J4S-07 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
these skus are exhaust manifolds with catalytic converters. the customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of carb certification. these skus can no longer be sold as they do not meet carb standards, but parts on vehicles are not effected.
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:catalytic Convertor 2020-06-03 · DOR-M3J3F-07 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
these skus are exhaust manifolds with catalytic converters. the customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of carb certification. these skus can no longer be sold as they do not meet carb standards, but parts on vehicles are not effected.
Equipment 2020-05-12 · APP05122020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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Showing the 6 most recent of 58 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-08-25 · Power Train“honda installed a vcm (variable cylinder management) in this engine which shuts down the back three cylinders to save fuel when the car warms up. you’ll know when it kicks in when you see eco on your dash. when the cylinders shut down it starts an abnormal wear and tear on those cylinders. high oil consumption, fouled plugs, the need to repair the …”
2025-04-22 · Structure:body“passenger side slider won’t shut, driver’s side slider won’t latch. driver side door suddenly opens when driving!!!! honda dealer tech found worn bushing on passenger side center rollers, faulty, driver side, sliding door rear latch, passenger side, outer handle cable popped out. check installed cable for passenger side outer handle recommended re…”
2025-01-03 · Unknown Or Other“white paint is peeling, chipping and of inferior quality to a black chevy trailblazer i own that is 8 years older.…”
2024-08-27 · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe · 10,000 mi“the contact owns a 2009 honda odyssey. the contact stated while underneath the vehicle, he became aware that there was severe rust on the muffler. the contact stated that there were flakes on the ground. the contact touched the muffler and put a hole in the plate. the manufacturer and dealer were notified of the failure however, the vehicle was not…”
2024-02-04 · Visibility/Wiper“windshield wipers and also the key fob and the sliding doors as well as the blinkers do not work all at the same time first time it’s ever happened. it was december 8, 2023 and now it happened again in january 29 of 2024 and the issue still persisted when i look this issue up this has been an ongoing issue for many years and yet honda has done noth…”
2023-03-06 · Structure:body:door · 231,438 mi“the contact owns a 2009 honda odyssey. the contact stated that the front passenger’s side door failed to open. the contact’s handicapped wife was trapped in the vehicle. the contact had to remove the door handle to unlock the door. there were no warning lights illuminated. the local dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaire…”
2023-01-30 · Steering“twice during the last year, the bolt securing the drive belt tensioner has broken while driving the vehicle. this results in loss of steering, electrical, and cooling of the engine. the first time the incident occurred on a stretch of rural highway where the lone occupant had to wait for help to arrive. the first date was on may 12, 2022. the s…”
2023-01-15 · Power Train“transmission gears, while driving gears don't engage properly. it struggles to change gears specifically between 3rd to 4th gear. also when parked and change to drive makes a stump noise.…”
2022-11-29 · Engine · 🔥 fire“van was driven at approximately 7:50pm a short distance. after parking vehicle, 10 minutes later the alarm went off. upon disarming the alarm, the entire engine was engulfed in flames. van is maintained regularly, no check engine light indicating any issues with vehicle. entire engine caught fire. fire dept extinguished fire. no comprehensive…”
2022-11-02 · Suspension“vibration between 30-40 mph is usually caused by axles of this car, 06-09 models, that might have safe issue in long run.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.