Honda Odyssey 2017 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Honda Odyssey 2017 and 39 complaints filed by owners. It's the model year with the fewest complaints for the Honda Odyssey between 2016 and 2025.
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Honda Odyssey 2017? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Honda Odyssey 2017
Fuel system
NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2023-12-18
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Seats
NHTSA campaign 17V725000 · 2017-11-17
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
39 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
3 with a crash · 2 injuries
Most reported problems on the Honda Odyssey 2017
- Engine: 10 (26% of complaints)
- Powertrain and transmission: 7 (18% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 6 (15% of complaints)
- Brakes: 3 (8% of complaints)
- Air bags: 2 (5% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Honda Odyssey 2017
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- On the test drive, check for smooth shifts with no jerks, slipping or noises; check the transmission fluid condition.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Honda Odyssey VAN FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Honda Odyssey recalls by year
- 2016 : 6 recalls · 270 complaints
- 2017 : 2 recalls · 39 complaints
- 2018 : 16 recalls · 999 complaints
- 2019 : 20 recalls · 980 complaints
- 2020 : 14 recalls · 480 complaints
- 2021 : 8 recalls · 145 complaints
- 2022 : 9 recalls · 137 complaints
- 2023 : 5 recalls · 102 complaints
- 2024 : 3 recalls · 115 complaints
- 2025 : 2 recalls · 404 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Honda Odyssey 2017 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Honda Odyssey 2017. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Honda Odyssey 2017?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: engine (10 of 39 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).