2009 Honda Odyssey problems and complaints
Owners have filed 198 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Honda Odyssey. The most-reported areas: Structure (63), Engine (34), Service Brakes (21).
Key takeaways
- 198 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 6 involve a crash, 6 a fire, 14 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 63 | 32% |
| Engine | 34 | 17% |
| Service Brakes | 21 | 11% |
| Electrical System | 20 | 10% |
| Power Train | 18 | 9% |
| Hydraulic | 16 | 8% |
| Steering | 8 | 4% |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 | 4% |
| Suspension | 7 | 4% |
| Air Bags | 7 | 4% |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 | 3% |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 3% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Honda Odyssey w/SAB | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Power Train - filed 2025-08-25
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 ...
Structure - filed 2025-04-22
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 si...
Unknown Or Other - filed 2025-01-03
White paint is peeling, chipping and of inferior quality to a black Chevy Trailblazer I own that is 8 years older.
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.