2017 Honda Odyssey: recalls and problems
2 recalls and 39 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.
Most common problems
What owners report
See attached letter for complaint for potential defect petition dp26005
The contact owns a 2017 honda odyssey hauling a trailer equipped with a rhino usa trailer hitch coupler lock kit. the contact stated that while driving at 70 mph over a bump, the trailer hitch latch lock had failed, causing the trailer to detach and strike the rear of the vehicle, producing sparks. the safety chain remained on the trailer. upon inspection, the contact discovered that the coupler latch had opened and
I was driving on the highway at approximately 65 mph and the passenger side srs (seatbelt and airbag) deployed. there was no collision, pothole or any other change in momentum to the vehicle immediately prior to deployment. no other airbags deployed.
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 while and it is warmed up.
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Honda Odyssey VAN FWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Odyssey. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.