CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Honda Odyssey has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 73 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (35 reports).
1998 Honda Odyssey recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture in a Crash
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in certain Honda and Acura vehicles from the late 1990s and 2000 can absorb moisture because of a manufacturing issue.
Most common 1998 Honda Odyssey problems
Problem areas named in the 73 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 35 |
| Power Train | 16 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Visibility | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 1998 Honda Odyssey. The contact was unable to remove the key from the ignition switch. The contact was able to turn the key to start the vehicle; however, the contact was unable to remove the key from the ignition switch. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 225,000.
The contact's friend owns a 1998 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled down to the floorboard. The contact stated that her son inspected the vehicle and noticed that brake fluid was leaking from the vehicle. The contact's son added brake fluid to the vehicle; however, the brake fluid leaked out. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the contact was informed that the subframe was severely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 169,148.
The 1998 Honda Odyssey recall for ignition switch I don't believe included all VIN numbers affected. My van is having the exact issue for what is stated in the recall, yet my VIN does not show as a recall. When the switch is turned to the run position, the dash lights may or may not illuminate. Once the van is started, there is a 50/50 chance that the stops running because of the switch. I believe this is an issue that needs to be looked into. Has not been confirmed yet because we are awaiting service on the airbag recall to put the van into service.
The contact owns a 1998 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V026000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
1998 HONDA ODYSSEY. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR. THE PART NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE RECALL HAD NOT BEEN AVAILABLE. *JS
1998 Honda Odyssey questions
Does the 1998 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1998 Honda Odyssey: Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture in a Crash; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Honda Odyssey?
Based on 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (35), Power Train (16), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Honda Odyssey has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.