What's Wrong with the 4th Generation (2011–2017) Odyssey?

Odyssey owners have made 478 complaints about the 2011–2017 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 41st out of 58 Honda generations in overall reliability, with some transmission and engine concerns.

Compare With Other Odyssey Generations

Common 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey Problems

Some of the worst issues 4th generation Odyssey owners have to deal with.

  1. TPMS Warning Light

    TPMS, or tire pressure monitoring systems, are a mildly controversial feature of some modern cars. While it's nice to have quick access to the current PSI readings of your tires from the comfort of your driver's seat, some manufacturers (he…

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  2. Honda's Extremely Uncomfortable Seats

    An alarming number of people have complained that their late-model Honda has the most uncomfortable seats of any car they've ever owned. The problem seems to affect the 2008-2014 model years with a particular, back-crippling emphasis on the…

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  3. Rodents Chew Soy Wiring

    Honda switched to a soy-based coating for their wiring that is more biodegradable. It sounds like a pro-Earth move by the automaker, but the real reason is probably a little less triumphant: the coating costs less than plastic. Still, less …

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  4. Excessive Oil Consumption

    One of the top complaints about the latest generation of Honda vehicles is how the V6 engines burn through an excessive amounts of oil. Mechanics did their best to place the blame on the owner's driving and maintenance habits, but it was cl…

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What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

4th Generation (2011–2017) Odyssey Key Numbers

  1. 7 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 478 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 41st in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 58 eligible generations.

Recent 4th Generation (2011–2017) Odyssey News

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  2. You're not going to be going far in some 2015-2016 Honda and Acura vehicles, because the gas tanks leak.

    Honda blames the problem on insufficient welds which may separate and allow fuel to leak out. Weld, that stinks.

    The recalled vehicles include some 2015 Acura MDX, 2016 Acura MDX, 2015-2016 Honda Odyssey and 2016 Honda Pilot. However, the issue only affects 39 vehicles.

    The recall was expected to begin on July 8th, 2016.

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