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All cars · Honda Odyssey · 2009

2009 Honda Odyssey. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index82100 = average car
Complaints69NHTSA, first 3 years
Sold100,133U.S. model year
Per 100K sold69complaints
Year rank#8 of 23#1 = fewest complaints

Engines and drivetrains 1

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
3.5L 6-cylAuto 5-spdFWD16 / 23 / 18Regular$3,450

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

Failure mileage by system

Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 30,000 and 109,800 miles. Median 64,500, from 160 complaints with a mileage.

SystemMedianMiddle halfComplaints
Body structure65,20038,200–99,00056
Engine103,50085,800–137,20028
Electrical67,00043,500–110,00015
Transmission & drivetrain42,0007,600–91,30014
Brakes18,6009,500–30,90014

Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Body structure32%
Brakes23%
Transmission & drivetrain12%
Engine7%
Speed control7%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
198661301

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Recall campaigns 4

  • 14E049000 Jul 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump

    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.

    Risk. 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.

  • 14V112000 Mar 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump

    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.

    Risk. 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,

  • 12V062000 Feb 2012 Structure / Body / Hatchback/Liftgate

    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.

    Risk. 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.

  • 09V057000 Feb 2009 Parking Brake / Driveline / Hydraulic / Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

    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.

    Risk. 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.

NHTSA investigations

StatusSubjectOpenedClosed
ClosedStabilus rear liftgate struts failing20122012
ClosedUnexpected closing of power liftgate20112012

Manufacturer communications 58

Honda filed 58 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

  • Sliding door does not open all the way even though window is closed
  • Power doors continually lock, multiple times, while driving
  • The engine shuts off, power on, but in accessory; never use conventional wheel & tire assemblies

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
StandardNoNo

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
2006156193177,919Equipment & accessories
2007199305173,046Brakes
2008133182135,493Brakes
20098269100,133Body structure
20106275108,182Transmission & drivetrain
201194121107,068Electrical
20126792125,980Brakes

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.

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