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2017 Honda Odyssey problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2017 Honda Odyssey is among the quieter years of the Odyssey on NHTSA's books: 47 complaints (86% below the model's median year), 2 recalls, and no open investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across engine (10), other (7), and transmission (7), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

47

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2017 compare to other Odyssey years?

Odyssey NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 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, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all Odyssey years to avoid →

What are the most common 2017 Honda Odyssey problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine1021%
Electrical System715%
Transmission715%
Other715%
Visibility & Wipers36%
Fuel System36%
Brakes36%
Body & Structure24%
Latches & Locks12%
Driver Assistance12%
Airbags12%
Seats12%
Speed Control12%

Does the 2017 Honda Odyssey have recalls?

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

23V858000Fuel SystemDecember 18, 2023 · 2,490,460 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

17V725000SeatsNovember 17, 2017 · 806,936 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats can slide sideways to one of two positions. If a seat is placed between either of the two positions when attaching the seat to the vehicle floor, the seat will not latch properly to the seat striker, allowing the seat to tip forward unexpectedly during braking.

Consequence

If the seat tips forward during braking, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to the second row outboard floor strikers, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2018. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is S0G.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“2017 Honda Odyssey Piston ring failure leading to stop spark plug working while driving. This makes car shake heavily and can’t drive more than 20mph, sound from engine is loud. Had been happening every 1000 miles or so, changing spark plug temporary fix it. Spark plug starts failing one after…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 10, 2024

“Driving one day without warning the van was shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear when there was a hard slam, then the check engine light came on as well as the forward collision sensor failure. The van went into limp mode on the highway which was very dangerous. After having the Honda dealership…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 1, 2024

“The contact owns a 2017 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that after exiting the vehicle and pressing the buttons to lock the doors, the front driver’s side door locked and immediately unlocked, failing to remain secured. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 11, 2025

“DRIVER ENTERED CAR IN GROCERY STORE PARKING LOT. CAR WAS STARTED AND PUT INTO DRIVE. CAR THEN SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELLERATED RAPIDLY INTO THE CONCRETE BASE OF A LIGHT POLE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DRIVER SUSPECTS PROBLEM WITH COMPUTER THAT CONTROLS THE ACCELLERATOR. CAR TOWED TO DEALER 1 WHO FOUND NOTHING. I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 28, 2019 · crash

“Vehicle jerks and stalls while accelerating and has died and coasted at times. Was told it has a recall but was not issued one since I have owned it since early this year. Called a Honda dealership and was told that it did not qualify for the recall. Seems to do this after I’ve drove it for a…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · March 10, 2026

2017 Honda Odyssey — common questions

Is the 2017 Honda Odyssey reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 47 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Odyssey year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2017 Odyssey problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (10 complaints), other (7 complaints), transmission (7 complaints).

Does the 2017 Honda Odyssey have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2017 Honda Odyssey. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.

How safe is the 2017 Honda Odyssey?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2017 Honda Odyssey earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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.