CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Honda Odyssey has 15 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 914 complaints with NHTSA, including 49 crashes, 12 fires, 45 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (543 reports).
2003 Honda Odyssey recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Shrapnel
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture because its propellant can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature swings.
Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles may rupture due to propellant degradation after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.
Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during deployment because of a manufacturing error.
Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly in a Crash
A front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly when it was replaced, so it may not deploy properly in a crash.
Passenger Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Passenger airbag may not protect occupants in a crash
Some 2003 Honda Odyssey vehicles built in late August 2002 were fitted with the wrong passenger-side frontal airbag module.
Passenger Front Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator may be affected by moisture intrusion over time.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator can be affected by moisture intrusion and manufacturing variability.
Air Bags May Deploy Unexpectedly While Driving
A component in the air bag control module may fail because of electrical noise.
Most common 2003 Honda Odyssey problems
Problem areas named in the 914 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 543 |
| Air Bags | 132 |
| Electrical System | 84 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 44 |
| Structure | 40 |
| Engine | 32 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 30 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 26 |
| Unknown Or Other | 26 |
| Seat Belts | 21 |
What owners report
brake lights completely out and almost caused a major accident
Vehicle was inspected, Vehicle is leaking fuel, but it's difficult to spot, but I have to put fuel on it daily, TCS goes haywire almost caused me to crash because the TCS sensors are near the tires, and engine crank sensor issues, Vehicle does not do last gear shift, and rear door stopped working.
The contact owns a 2003 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unintendedly shifted into gear. An unknown dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was included in four unrepaired recalls. The contact informed the dealer that she was afraid to drive the vehicle due to the failure. Additionally, the contact stated that the transmission and the motor mounts were replaced in May 2025. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V176000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware
I never had issues with my van when I bought it but On Monday got all the fluids drove to Phoenix and the transmission got hot the TCL light and ABs light turned on as well as the SRS light no check engine the floor on the driver side and passenger side was super hot. The transmission on 1st gear start hitting hard 2nd gear started slipping we pulled over right away let the car cool down but the transmission level where normal motor oil was at normal we did the oil service transmission service the dealer I bought it from has did Amazon service I donât really drive it only to visit my kids. I looked up the recall and my van has a lot of them Iâm worried of driving home to California Iâm
The contact owned a 2003 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 16V344000 (Air Bags), 15V320000 (Air Bags), and  15V045000 (Air Bags) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted.
2003 Honda Odyssey questions
Does the 2003 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 15 safety recalls for the 2003 Honda Odyssey: Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Shrapnel; Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards; Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly in a Crash; Passenger Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Honda Odyssey?
Based on 914 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (543), Air Bags (132), Electrical System (84).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 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.