CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Honda Odyssey has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 147 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (56 reports).
2021 Honda Odyssey recalls
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.
Wheelchair Tie-Down May Not Lock, Risking Movement in Transit
Certain minivans equipped with QRT-Deluxe or QRT-Max wheelchair restraints, made by Vantage Mobility, may have retractors that do not lock.
Passenger Airbag May Deploy or Fail to Suppress
A front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, so the system may not switch off the passenger airbag as intended.
Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
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.
Side mirror glass can detach, reducing rear visibility
Heating pads behind both side-view mirrors may not be bonded properly, so the mirror glass can come loose and detach from the housing.
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.
Most common 2021 Honda Odyssey problems
Problem areas named in the 147 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 56 |
| Unknown Or Other | 34 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 30 |
| Engine | 26 |
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Lane Departure | 10 |
| Structure | 10 |
| Back Over Prevention | 9 |
| Suspension | 8 |
| Power Train | 6 |
What owners report
The driver sliding door would not close and would sometimes reverse direction. Eventually, it failed completely and would not close. Dealership repair involved the rear door latch and motors and cost over $2600. Two weeks later and the passenger sliding door is doing the same exact thing. This is clearly a safety issue as I cannot be sure the door will not open completely while driving. The computer receives "door open" signal even while the car is off which drains the battery. I will not spend another $2600. Over $5000 to maintain a vehicle less than 5 years old for something as simple as the use of plastic components in a door latch is ridiculous and should be covered by Honda for c
Both rear coil springs rusted completely through and failed at approximately 57,876 miles on this 2021 Honda Odyssey. This is a premature failure of a primary suspension safety component. A broken coil spring can cause sudden loss of vehicle support and handling instability, and a fractured spring can puncture a tire or damage surrounding brake and suspension components, creating a crash risk. No crash, fire, injury, or death occurred. The vehicle was repaired at GLF Performance LLC in [XXX] (invoice #XXX, $1,238.04 paid in full) using genuine Honda replacement rear coil springs (part 52441THRA11). The failed springs were retained and are available for inspection. This does not appear to be
Discovered rear driver side spring fractured during oil change with routine use of the vehicle below 50k miles. Read that these are seen frequently in 2018-2022 models. Thought it should be reported.
The infotainment screen had a recall that has not been properly fixed so that my rearview camera does not work for backing up.
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the radio displayed a blank screen. In addition, the contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera turned on and off. Additionally, there was a cracking sound coming from the speakers. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with rear-view camera failure. The contact was informed that an unknown recall repair was completed in 2023. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty, and a diagnostic test was suggested. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed,
2021 Honda Odyssey questions
Does the 2021 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2021 Honda Odyssey: Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash; Side Air Bags May Deploy Unexpectedly; Wheelchair Tie-Down May Not Lock, Risking Movement in Transit; Passenger Airbag May Deploy or Fail to Suppress; Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Honda Odyssey?
Based on 147 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (56), Unknown Or Other (34), Forward Collision Avoidance (30).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.