The Lemon Index2017 Honda Odyssey.
The 2017 Honda Odyssey is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 14 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 12, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 22 mpg combined. It's the best Honda Odyssey year we track.
One of the most reliable. 8.3× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2018
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 39 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Honda Odyssey year. 2017 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 3K to 56K miles on the car (16 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 2
- fuel system, gasoline 2023
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- seats 2017
The second row outboard seats can slide sideways to one of two positions.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Honda told dealers about
Honda sent dealers 68 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Service Bulletin - The front rocker arm oil control valve is leaking
- Dealer Message - The May episode of Tech2Tech is now posted
- Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedInadvertent deployment of air bags2026
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Odyssey VAN FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2900 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2017 Honda Odyssey reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 8.3× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 12; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2017 Honda Odyssey problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (21%), brakes (14%) and stability control (7%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2017 Honda Odyssey have?
2 safety recalls (latest: fuel system, gasoline). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Honda Odyssey get?
22 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2017 Honda Odyssey safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2017 Honda Odyssey have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 7% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2017 Honda Odyssey cost in fuel a year?
About $2900 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2017 Honda Odyssey have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works