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2009 Honda Odyssey problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2009 Honda Odyssey sits mid-pack among Odyssey years: 243 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 333, with 4 recalls and 2 closed investigations. Complainants reported 18 injuries in total across these filings.

Body & Structure leads the complaint categories with 64 reports (26% of the total).

243

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

2

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

9

Fires reported

18

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2009 compare to other Odyssey years?

Odyssey NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted1,586 complaints1990: 2 complaints1994: 1 complaints1995: 112 complaints1996: 88 complaints1997: 24 complaints1998: 89 complaints1999: 664 complaints2000: 785 complaints2001: 721 complaints2002: 1,117 complaints2003: 1,095 complaints2004: 715 complaints2005: 1,046 complaints2006: 879 complaints2007: 1,038 complaints2008: 617 complaints2009: 243 complaints2010: 338 complaints2011: 291 complaints2012: 325 complaints2013: 275 complaints2014: 406 complaints2015: 268 complaints2016: 345 complaints2017: 47 complaints2018: 1,586 complaints2019: 1,525 complaints2020: 833 complaints2021: 191 complaints2022: 178 complaints2023: 143 complaints2024: 121 complaints2025: 356 complaints2026: 21 complaints
Odyssey NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2009 Honda Odyssey problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure6426%
Engine4016%
Electrical System2611%
Brakes229%
Transmission187%
Tires & Wheels94%
Steering94%
Fuel System83%
Suspension73%
Other73%
Airbags73%
Seat Belts62%
Speed Control62%
Latches & Locks42%
Visibility & Wipers42%
Lighting31%
Seats21%
Child Seat10%

Does the 2009 Honda Odyssey have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14E049000Fuel SystemJuly 28, 2014 · 280 units

Defect

Delphi Automotive Systems, LLC (Delphi) is recalling certain replacement fuel pump modules, part number FG1155-11B1, sold for use in 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The affected fuel pump may send an incorrect fuel reading to the fuel gauge possibly causing the vehicle to run out of fuel. The fuel gauge will always read 3/4 full to full regardless of the actual level.

Consequence

A vehicle that runs out of fuel and stalls has an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Delphi has begun notifying dealers and distributors, and will replace the fuel pump modules, free of charge. Owners may contact Delphi customer service at 1-877-411-8770. Delphi's number for this recall is GL14-004.

14V112000Fuel SystemMarch 14, 2014 · 886,815 units

Defect

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.

Consequence

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners October 6, 2014 when the remedy became available. Any vehicles that are currently leaking from the fuel pump cover will get a replacement, original cover. All vehicles, including those receiving the interim repair, will get an improved cover when they are available. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. The recall numbers associated with this campaign are JD9 (inspection and/or preliminary part replacement) and JE0 (final parts replacement).

12V062000Body & StructureFebruary 16, 2012 · 45,747 units

Defect

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 ODYSSEY VEHICLES, THE GAS-FILLED STRUTS THAT HELP TO RAISE AND SUPPORT THE LIFTGATE OF VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM MAY BE PRONE TO EARLY LIFE FAILURES DUE TO A MANUFACTURING FLAW. THE FLAW CAN RESULT IN A LEAK OF THE PRESSURIZED GAS, LEADING TO REDUCED STRUT PERFORMANCE.

Consequence

STRUTS WITH DIMINISHED PERFORMANCE CAN LEAD TO UNEXPECTED CLOSURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy

HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH POWER LIFTGATE GAS STRUTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.

09V057000BrakesFebruary 18, 2009 · 421 units

Defect

HONDA IS RECALLING 421 MY 2009 ODYSSEY VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY, INCORRECT FRONT BRAKE HOSES WERE INSTALLED. THE BRAKE HOSE CAN CONTACT THE CALIPER BOLT AND OVER TIME A HOLE MAY DEVELOP WHICH WILL ALLOW BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK. THIS WOULD EVENTUALLY RESULT IN REDUCED BRAKE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE.

Consequence

DRIVERS WOULD NOT BE AWARE OF BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE AND BRAKING CAPABILITY WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH FRONT BRAKE HOSES AND REPLACE WITH THE CORRECT BRAKE HOSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 12, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“VEHICLE HAD CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT GO ON (BATTERY LIGHT). BATTERY WAS NOT CHARGING AND THERE WAS A NOISE NEAR THE ALTERNATOR. NEXT DAY, LIGHT GOES OFF, BATTERY IS CHARGING NOW, NO NOISE. TWO DAYS AND 40 MILES LATER, NO OTHER LIGHTS AND NO OTHER NOISE. VEHICLE ENTERS HIGHWAY, MAKES IT ABOUT 3 MILES…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · August 9, 2017 · fire

“VEHICLE HAD CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT GO ON (BATTERY LIGHT). BATTERY WAS NOT CHARGING AND THERE WAS A NOISE NEAR THE ALTERNATOR. NEXT DAY, LIGHT GOES OFF, BATTERY IS CHARGING NOW, NO NOISE. TWO DAYS AND 40 MILES LATER, NO OTHER LIGHTS AND NO OTHER NOISE. VEHICLE ENTERS HIGHWAY, MAKES IT ABOUT 3 MILES…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 9, 2017 · fire

“VAN HAD A MINOR ACCIDENT IN THE FRONT END THAT I PURCHASED FROM MY BROTHER'S BODY SHOP. NOT SURE IF ACCIDENT CAUSED IT BUT, THE TRACTION CONTROL COMES ON PERIODICALLY FOR NO REASON, E.G. NOT RAINING, LOSING CONTROL OF VEHICLE. LOOKED AT BY 2 HONDA DEALERSHIPS AND NO ONE CAN FIX THE PROBLEM WITHOUT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 23, 2012 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FELT ABNORMALLY SPONGY WHEN DEPRESSED. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP ON AN INCLINE, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKES WHEN THE BRAKES FAILED AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 10, 2012 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED AND JERKED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 15, 2012

2009 Honda Odyssey — common questions

Is the 2009 Honda Odyssey reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 243 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Odyssey year, with 4 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2009 Odyssey problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are body & structure (64 complaints), engine (40 complaints), electrical system (26 complaints).

Does the 2009 Honda Odyssey have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2009 Honda Odyssey. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2009 Honda Odyssey under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Honda Odyssey years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Odyssey years to avoid are 2018, 2019, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2006, 2020, 2000, 2001, 2004, 1999, 2008, 2025, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024. The cleanest record among Odyssey years belongs to 1994.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.