2007 Honda Odyssey Reliability Report
NHTSA data as of Sep 17, 2026Published Oct 15, 2026
Ranks 13th of 25 Odyssey years we score.
- Owner complaints
- 830
- 33 are recall notices
- Per 10,000 cars
- 38.3
- 208,163 made for the U.S.
- Vs the average car
- 1.0×
- same age, 1× is average
- Serious outcomes
- 250
- crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
- Recalls
- 4
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
- no overall rating before 2011
Should You Buy the 2007 Honda Odyssey?
Only after careful checks. Our reliability score for the 2007 Honda Odyssey is 68 out of 100, which rates Caution. Owners reported about as many problems as for the average car of the same age. It ranks 13th of the 25 Odyssey years we score.
The most reported problem is the brakes, mostly loss of braking (209 of 830 complaints). Owners also complain about the steering and the sliding doors. 250 of the 830 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.
It has 4 recalls. For comparison, the 2006 scores 76 and the 2008 scores 71.
Before you buy, check that the recalls were done and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.
Pros
- No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls
Cons
- Brakes: loss of braking209 complaints
- Steering: sticking or stiffness102 complaints
- Sliding doors: not closing or latching59 complaints
How the 2007 Odyssey Earned Its Score
Every model year starts at 100. Each part takes points away when this year has more problems than the average car of the same age. How we score
| Item | Vs average | Points lost |
|---|---|---|
| Starting score | 100 | |
| Serious problems | 0.91× | −10 |
| Everyday problems | 1.3× | −5 |
| Problems in the last two years | 1.3× | −10 |
| Recalls | 1.1× | −7 |
| Score | 68 |
What Owners Report
We read all 830 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Honda Odyssey, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first.
Brakes: loss of braking
209 complaints (25%)
Loss of braking, soft pedal and hard braking with nothing ahead. 71 of these 209 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often loss of braking. In 4 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 9 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 31,000 miles.
Steering: sticking or stiffness
102 complaints (12%)
Sticking or stiffness, a failure that needed a new part and pulling or wandering. 7 of these 102 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often loss of steering control. In 4 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 5 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 54,000 miles.
Sliding doors: not closing or latching
59 complaints (7%)
Not closing or latching, the system acting on its own and parts breaking or coming apart. 30 of these 59 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often an injury. In 3 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 79,000 miles.
Power liftgate failure
53 complaints (6%)
A failure, the system acting on its own and does not hold open. 18 of these 53 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often an injury. Median mileage when it started: about 60,000 miles.
Transmission: harsh or delayed shifts
51 complaints (6%)
Harsh or delayed shifts, vibration or shudder and slipping. 7 of these 51 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 3 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 53,000 miles.
Stability control (VSA): warning lights
46 complaints (6%)
Warning lights, a failure and the system acting on its own. 3 of these 46 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden braking. Median mileage when it started: about 67,000 miles.
A/C condenser: a leak
29 complaints (3%)
A leak, damage and a failure. Median mileage when it started: about 20,000 miles.
Door latches: parts breaking or coming apart
28 complaints (3%)
Parts breaking or coming apart, not opening or unlocking and not closing or latching. 13 of these 28 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often an injury. Median mileage when it started: about 120,000 miles.
Engine mounts: parts breaking or coming apart
19 complaints (2%)
Parts breaking or coming apart, a failure and vibration or shudder. Median mileage when it started: about 89,000 miles.
Unintended acceleration (cause not stated)
19 complaints (2%)
Sudden acceleration and surging. 10 of these 19 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden acceleration or braking. Median mileage when it started: about 62,000 miles.
Engine: unusual noises
18 complaints (2%)
Unusual noises, a fire and surging. 8 of these 18 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a fire. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 113,000 miles.
Paint and rust: damage
17 complaints (2%)
Damage, peeling and a failure. Median mileage when it started: about 95,000 miles.
Tires: early wear
16 complaints (2%)
Early wear, parts breaking or coming apart and damage. 4 of these 16 complaints describe a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 38,000 miles.
Seat belts: not releasing
14 complaints (2%)
Not releasing, parts breaking or coming apart and a failure. 5 of these 14 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often an injury. Median mileage when it started: about 56,000 miles.
Airbags: no deployment in a crash
13 complaints (2%)
No deployment in a crash and deployment injury. 1 of these 13 complaints describes a serious outcome: an airbag problem. Median mileage when it started: about 60,000 miles.
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ABS: a leak
12 complaints (1%)
A leak, soft / low pedal and soft pedal. 4 of these 12 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often loss of braking. In 3 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 21,000 miles.
Wheel bearings: unusual noises
12 complaints (1%)
Unusual noises, a failure that needed a new part and parts breaking or coming apart. 2 of these 12 complaints describe a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 51,000 miles.
Vibration (cause not stated)
11 complaints (1%)
Vibration or shudder. Median mileage when it started: about 44,000 miles.
A/C compressor: damage
10 complaints (1%)
Damage, a feature that stopped working and a failure that needed a new part. 2 of these 10 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. In 3 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 53,000 miles.
Airbag warning light
10 complaints (1%)
Warning lights and a failure. Median mileage when it started: about 105,000 miles.
Torque converter: vibration or shudder
10 complaints (1%)
Vibration or shudder, harsh or delayed shifts and hesitation. Median mileage when it started: about 41,000 miles.
Stall (cause not stated)
9 complaints (1%)
Stalling. 7 of these 9 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 77,000 miles.
Noise (cause not stated)
8 complaints (under 1%)
Unusual noises. Median mileage when it started: about 30,000 miles.
Alternator or charging: a fire
7 complaints (under 1%)
A fire, smoke or a burning smell and warning lights. 3 of these 7 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 68,000 miles.
Engine failure: damage
7 complaints (under 1%)
Damage, a failure and parts breaking or coming apart. 1 of these 7 complaints describes a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 106,000 miles.
Fuel system: a bad smell
7 complaints (under 1%)
A bad smell and warning lights. Median mileage when it started: about 136,000 miles.
Ignition coils or spark plugs: damage
7 complaints (under 1%)
Damage and parts breaking or coming apart. 1 of these 7 complaints describes a serious outcome: stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 90,000 miles.
Loss of power (cause not stated)
7 complaints (under 1%)
A loss of power and reduced power or limp mode. 4 of these 7 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 73,000 miles.
12V battery failure
6 complaints (under 1%)
A failure that needed a new part, warning lights and a stored fault code. Median mileage when it started: about 100,000 miles.
Fuel pump failure
6 complaints (under 1%)
A failure, a leak and wrong readings. 2 of these 6 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 77,000 miles.
Power windows or regulator: stopped working
6 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working, the system not working when needed and problems that come and go. Median mileage when it started: about 60,000 miles.
Car not starting (cause not stated)
6 complaints (under 1%)
The car not starting. 2 of these 6 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start. Median mileage when it started: about 93,000 miles.
A/C: a leak
5 complaints (under 1%)
A leak, a feature that stopped working and a failure that needed a new part. Median mileage when it started: about 16,000 miles.
Uneven tire wear: early wear
5 complaints (under 1%)
Early wear, pulling or wandering and a failure. Median mileage when it started: about 36,000 miles.
Door lock actuators: stopped working
5 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working, problems that come and go and unusual noises. Median mileage when it started: about 150,000 miles.
Side or curtain airbags: deployment with no crash
5 complaints (under 1%)
Deployment with no crash and no deployment in a crash. 3 of these 5 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often an injury. Median mileage when it started: about 133,000 miles.
Tire pressure monitoring: warning lights
5 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights and problems that come and go. Median mileage when it started: about 27,000 miles.
Wiring, fuses or body control module: a fire
5 complaints (under 1%)
A fire and a failure that needed a new part. 3 of these 5 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a fire. Median mileage when it started: about 75,000 miles.
Check engine light (cause not stated)
4 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights. Median mileage when it started: about 123,000 miles.
Headlights: works on and off
4 complaints (under 1%)
Problems that come and go, a feature that stopped working and shattering or cracking. Median mileage when it started: about 139,000 miles.
Accessory belt tensioner: parts breaking or coming apart
4 complaints (under 1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart. 1 of these 4 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of steering control. Median mileage when it started: about 100,000 miles.
Poor acceleration (cause not stated)
4 complaints (under 1%)
Hesitation and a loss of power. 1 of these 4 complaints describes a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 36,000 miles.
Brake power assist: a hard pedal or less assist
3 complaints (under 1%)
A hard pedal or less assist, loss of braking and a failure. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 146,000 miles.
Cooling system: a leak
3 complaints (under 1%)
A leak, shattering or cracking and a failure.
CV axles failure
3 complaints (under 1%)
A failure.
Exhaust or catalytic converter: damage
3 complaints (under 1%)
Damage, rust or corrosion and a failure that needed a new part. Median mileage when it started: about 110,000 miles.
Fuel economy: high fuel use
3 complaints (under 1%)
High fuel use. Median mileage when it started: about 59,000 miles.
Fuel leak
3 complaints (under 1%)
A leak. Median mileage when it started: about 93,000 miles.
Instrument cluster: stopped working
3 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working and problems that come and go.
Interior trim: overheating
3 complaints (under 1%)
Overheating and parts breaking or coming apart. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome: an injury. Median mileage when it started: about 17,000 miles.
Child seat latch strap: loosens
3 complaints (under 1%)
Loosens.
Cylinder head: damage
3 complaints (under 1%)
Damage. Median mileage when it started: about 113,000 miles.
Fuel cap warning light
3 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights.
Taillights or brake lights: stopped working
3 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working. Median mileage when it started: about 70,000 miles.
Timing belt failure
3 complaints (under 1%)
A failure. Median mileage when it started: about 89,000 miles.
Windshield wipers: stopped working
3 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working.
Ball joints and control arms: vibration or shudder
2 complaints (under 1%)
Vibration or shudder and parts breaking or coming apart.
Cylinder head gasket failure
2 complaints (under 1%)
A failure. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome.
Several warning lights at once
2 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights.
Engine (misfire codes): fault code
2 complaints (under 1%)
A stored fault code and rough running or misfires.
Engine oil consumption: burning or using oil
2 complaints (under 1%)
Burning or using oil. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome.
Engine oil leak
2 complaints (under 1%)
A leak.
Engine sensors or computer: a loss of power
2 complaints (under 1%)
A loss of power and a stored fault code. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome.
Exterior trim: damage
2 complaints (under 1%)
Damage and parts breaking or coming apart.
Frontal airbags: deployment injury
2 complaints (under 1%)
Deployment injury and deployment with no crash. Both describe a serious outcome.
Fuel gauge or level sensor: wrong readings
2 complaints (under 1%)
Wrong readings.
Screen and audio failure
2 complaints (under 1%)
A failure and a feature that stopped working.
Electrical system: works on and off
2 complaints (under 1%)
Problems that come and go.
Pulls to one side (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
Pulling or wandering.
Rear window: shattering or cracking
2 complaints (under 1%)
Shattering or cracking.
Side window glass: shattering or cracking
2 complaints (under 1%)
Shattering or cracking.
Parking brake: unusual noises
2 complaints (under 1%)
Unusual noises.
Piston rings: damage
2 complaints (under 1%)
Damage and rough running or misfires.
Seats: missing
2 complaints (under 1%)
Missing and parts breaking or coming apart. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: an injury.
Shifter or park: the car rolling away
2 complaints (under 1%)
The car rolling away. Both describe a serious outcome.
Variable cylinder management (VCM): vibration or shudder
2 complaints (under 1%)
Vibration or shudder and a failure.
Reported Once (46)
Show the 46 problems reported once
- Battery drain: draining the battery
- Body seals (water leak): water leaking in
- Brake calipers: overheating
- Defroster: stopped working
- Fumes in cabin (cause not stated)
- Ignition or push-button start: the car not starting
- Manual transmission or clutch: vibration or shudder
- Passenger airbag sensor: works on and off
- Oil drain plug: a leak
- Accessory drive belt: parts breaking or coming apart
- Airbag sensor failure
- Brake drums: overheating
- Brake sensor: fault code
- Brake stud (location not stated): parts breaking or coming apart
- Child seat buckle: not closing or latching
- Cruise control: stopped working
- Cruise control (conventional): not releasing
- Door warning chime: stopped working
- Drive belt: parts breaking or coming apart
- Electrical fire
- Harmonic balancer failure
- Low engine oil
- Oil pan: damage
- Rear passenger door: parts breaking or coming apart
- Rear window glass: shattering or cracking
- Rollaway (cause not stated)
- Security alarm: the system acting on its own
- Serpentine belt: damage
- Serpentine belt and tensioner: parts breaking or coming apart
- Side window: shattering or cracking
- Turn signals: stopped working
- Under-engine pipe: rust or corrosion
- Vehicle electrical power: stopped working
- Vehicle electrical system: stopped working
- Vehicle fire (origin undetermined)
- Vehicle lights blinking: works on and off
- Windshield washer: stopped working
- Starter failure
- Struts or shocks: incorrect installation
- Sunroof glass (shattered): shattering or cracking
- Timing chain or camshaft: locking up
- Transmission computer: sudden acceleration
- Transmission fluid leak
- Unexplained crash (cause not stated)
- Warning lights (cause not stated)
- Windshield: unusual noises
How the 2007 Honda Odyssey Compares With Other Years
The other Odyssey years of the 3rd generation, 2005 to 2010, and the years just before and after it. When two scores are less than 3.5 points apart, treat them as about the same.
| Year | Rating | Score | Vs average | Per 10k cars | Recalls | Most reported problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Good | 78 | 0.54× | 21.2 | 5 | 12V battery: warning lights |
| 2010 | Good | 78 | 0.54× | 21.2 | 1 | Sliding doors: parts breaking or coming apart |
| 2009 | Good | 76 | 0.67× | 26.0 | 3 | Power liftgate failure |
| 2008 | Good | 71 | 0.92× | 34.6 | 4 | Brakes: loss of braking |
| 2007 This year | Caution | 68 | 1.0× | 38.3 | 4 | Brakes: loss of braking |
| 2006 | Good | 76 | 0.91× | 35.2 | 3 | Steering: sticking or stiffness |
| 2005 | Caution | 65 | 1.3× | 49.1 | 8 | Sliding doors: not closing or latching |
| 2004 | Caution | 65 | 1.2× | 34.3 | 13 | Transmission: failure or loss of drive |
2007 Honda Odyssey Recalls
A recall can cover some or all cars of this model year. Look up a specific car by its VIN at NHTSA to see which recalls are still open on it.
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel pump
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA 14V112000Owner letter (PDF)Issued Mar 14, 2014. By the third quarter of 2015, 70% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Electrical system: software
The vehicle may suddenly and unexpectedly brake hard, and without illuminating the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash from behind.
NHTSA 13V500000Owner letter (PDF)Issued Nov 1, 2013. By the third quarter of 2015, 75% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Service brakes, hydraulic: master cylinder
A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and overtime a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 10V504000Owner letter (PDF)Issued Oct 22, 2010.
Service brakes, air
If the owner does not have any brake service or maintenance performed over a period of months or years, the system can continue to accumulate enough air to affect braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 10V098000Owner letter (PDF)Issued Mar 16, 2010.
NHTSA Investigations
Defect investigations by NHTSA that cover this model year, with what they found.
Soft brake pedal from air in the brake system
Led to a recallNHTSA's preliminary evaluation looked at 656 complaints of a low, soft brake pedal in 2006-2008 Odysseys. Honda said small amounts of air entered the brake system during stability control self-checks. Warranty data showed the problem in 0.67 percent of 2007-2008 models. In October 2009 NHTSA upgraded the case to engineering analysis EA09-014. Its record links recall 10V-098.
NHTSA PE09024Opening report (PDF)Closing report (PDF)May 13, 2009 to Oct 19, 2009
Air in the brake system causing a soft pedal
Led to a recallNHTSA's engineering analysis covered 2007-2008 Odysseys and Elements. Honda said air could slowly enter the stability control pump over thousands of engine starts, giving a soft brake pedal. Honda recalled about 412,000 vehicles under recall 10V-098. Dealers remove the air and seal the pump for free. NHTSA closed the case in May 2010.
NHTSA EA09014Opening report (PDF)Closing report (PDF)Oct 19, 2009 to May 11, 2010
Unexpected automatic braking in 2007-2008 Odysseys
Led to a recallNHTSA's preliminary evaluation covered 2007-2008 Odysseys whose stability control could brake hard with no pedal input and no brake lights. Honda recalled about 344,187 vehicles under recall 13V-500. Parts were not expected until March 2014. Honda would send interim owner letters, then install a redesigned yaw rate sensor. NHTSA closed the case in November 2013.
NHTSA PE13024Opening report (PDF)Closing report (PDF)Jun 25, 2013 to Nov 4, 2013
NHTSA Crash Test Ratings
NHTSA gave the 2007 Odyssey no overall, frontal or side rating. It did rate each seat in those tests and lists the seat ratings under Rating Breakdown on its page. We show them the same way below. These tests are from before 2011, so the stars are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and newer models. See the 2007 Odyssey ratings on NHTSA.gov.
With side airbags
Check Before You Buy
A checklist for the 2007 Odyssey, from its recalls, Honda's programs and the problems owners report most.
Confirm the Recalls Were Done
Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.
- Fuel system, gasoline: fuel pump NHTSA 14V112000
- Electrical system: software NHTSA 13V500000
- Service brakes, hydraulic: master cylinder NHTSA 10V504000
- Service brakes, air NHTSA 10V098000
On the Test Drive
- Brake firmly from a moderate speed. A soft, hard or pulsing pedal, or a brake warning light, is a warning sign.
- Turn the wheel fully left and right, parked and at low speed. Sticking, notches or stiffness are warning signs.
- Open and close each sliding door several times, by button and by hand, and check that it latches.
Ask the Seller
Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.
- Brakes
- Steering
- Sliding doors
- Also ask for the service records, especially oil changes.
Before You Pay
- Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
- Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
- Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.
What to do next