CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Honda Odyssey has 16 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,011 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 3 fires, 30 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (356 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2018 Honda Odyssey recalls
Rearview Camera May Fail to Display When in Reverse
Water can enter the rearview camera on these Honda Odyssey vehicles from the 2018 through 2020 model years, which may cause the camera image to fail to show when the vehicle is in reverse.
Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash
A front passenger seat weight sensor can crack and short circuit, which may cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Side Air Bags May Deploy Unexpectedly
A software programming error in the airbag control module can cause the side and side curtain airbags to deploy without a crash.
Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Engine Bearing May Wear and Seize, Risking Stall or Fire
A manufacturing error can cause the connecting rod bearing inside the engine to wear and seize, which can damage the engine.
Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk
A faulty connector in the MOST communication coaxial cable can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the display.
Front Seat Belt Buckle May Fail to Latch in a Crash
The front seat belt buckle on certain vehicles may not latch properly.
Fuel May Leak From Odyssey Tank, Raising Fire Risk
Certain 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey vehicles modified by Braun Corporation may have a fuel tank assembly that can overfill the charcoal canister.
Sliding Door May Not Latch and Could Open While Driving
Water can enter the outer door handle cables of the power sliding doors.
Instrument panel and rearview camera may fail to display
The instrument panel software in these Honda vehicles can be incorrect.
Pinched wiring can short and overheat, raising fire risk
A wire harness for the third-row seat accessory power outlet may be pinched between the vehicle's unibody and the rear trim panel.
Loose Battery Can Cause Unexpected Transmission Shift to Park
Loose battery terminal connections or a degraded battery may cause the transmission control unit to reboot unexpectedly.
Rear Wheel Sensor Wiring May Disable Anti-Lock Brakes
Some 2018 and 2019 Honda Odyssey vehicles modified with an in-floor wheelchair ramp conversion may have rear wheel speed sensor harnesses routed to the wrong rear wheels.
Sliding Doors May Not Latch, Risking Opening While Moving
Certain sliding side doors on these minivans have latch assemblies that can stick and fail to properly engage the door strikers.
Rear brakes may lose stopping power, raising crash risk
The rear brake caliper pistons on certain vehicles may have an insufficient protective coating.
Third-Row Center Seat Belt May Not Latch, Raising Crash Injury Risk
The third-row center seat belt tongue may not be compatible with its latch, so the belt may not latch securely.
Most common 2018 Honda Odyssey problems
Problem areas named in the 1,011 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 356 |
| Electrical System | 263 |
| Engine | 191 |
| Lane Departure | 178 |
| Power Train | 166 |
| Unknown Or Other | 148 |
| Structure | 100 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 82 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 54 |
| Service Brakes | 41 |
What owners report
The motor on the passenger side sliding door on our 2018 Honda Odyssey failed. The door could not be opened electrically - or Mechanically from inside or outside the vehicle. We had it repaired at the dealer at a cost of ~$2,000. The sliding door was INOPERABLE when the motor failed. If the car was in an accident the door could not be opened by second or third row passengers or first responders to enable evacuation from the vehicle. This is EXTREMELY DANGEROUS! The problem was confirmed by the dealer. The sliding door canât be opened when the motor fails. The dealer also stated that Honda had an active engineering assessment in process and that a recall might happen - so hold on to
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power with several warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, shifted the vehicle into park(P), and there was smoke coming from the engine. The vehicle failed to restart after the failure. The vehicle was towed to a service center, where an engine failure was confirmed, and the contact was referred to the dealer for assistance. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine and front axle had failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by telephone. The failur
All my warning light come on every time I turn on the van. Been going on for several months. Was told the issue will get fixed if the front camera under rear view mirror get replaced. Feel like this needs to be recalled to get fixed, especially finding out Honda already knew there was a issue.
All this warning lights just come on out of no where due to the safety camera feature on the windshield that controls all the safety features of the car and this vehicles are not even 10 years old and the repair cost is too expensive for just that camera and almost every Honda odyssey is having the same issue I think there should be a recall for that specific camera in my opinion.
On October 14/15, 2026 it rained. At approximately 12:25pm on October 15, 2026 my power lift gate stopped working. It wouldnât open with any of the controls. Upon further inspection we noticed the control module had water damage. We replaced the module on October 21,2026. It is still having issues. It opens with the controls but wonât close using the same controls. You have to manually close it.
2018 Honda Odyssey safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Honda Odyssey VAN FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (13.6% rollover risk) |
2018 Honda Odyssey questions
Does the 2018 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 16 safety recalls for the 2018 Honda Odyssey: Rearview Camera May Fail to Display When in Reverse; Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash; Side Air Bags May Deploy Unexpectedly; Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving; Engine Bearing May Wear and Seize, Risking Stall or Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda Odyssey?
Based on 1,011 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (356), Electrical System (263), Engine (191).
How safe is the 2018 Honda Odyssey?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2018 Honda Odyssey up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.