2007 Honda Odyssey Problems: 5 Known Issues

2007 Honda Odyssey Problems: 5 Known Issues | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls26 recalls

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Campaign #23V43100015/06/2023

STEERING

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Odyssey and 2024 Acura RDX vehicles. The steering gear box assembly may not have been tightened properly, allowing water to enter the assembly and cause corrosion and binding gears.

Campaign #24V11400015/02/2024

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

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.

Campaign #23V85800018/12/2023

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:

Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Campaign #25V87700017/12/2025

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.

Campaign #26V33200021/05/2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Honda Odyssey problems?

According to Au7o's analysis of 14,227+ owner reports, the 2007 Honda Odyssey has 5 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: VCM Oil Consumption and Piston Ring Failure, Critical Timing Belt and Water Pump Service, Power Sliding Door Failures and Latch Problems. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Honda Odyssey reliable?

The 2007 Honda Odyssey has 5 known issues documented across 14,227+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: VCM Oil Consumption and Piston Ring Failure and Critical Timing Belt and Water Pump Service. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2005-2017 Honda Odyssey VCM Oil Consumption and Piston Ring Failure?

Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) deactivates 3 rear cylinders during light load, but insufficient pressure allows oil to bypass piston rings into combustion chamber. Causes excessive oil consumption (1 quart per 1,000 miles), fouled spark plugs, catalytic converter damage, and… Severity: high.

What is the 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey Critical Timing Belt and Water Pump Service?

3.5L V6 engine uses interference design with timing belt (not chain). If timing belt breaks, valves collide with pistons causing catastrophic engine damage ($5,000-$8,000). Honda recommends timing belt replacement at 7 years or 105,000 miles. Water pump is driven by timing belt,… Severity: high.

What is the 2005-2023 Honda Odyssey Power Sliding Door Failures and Latch Problems?

Power sliding doors experience multiple failure modes including failed rear latch assemblies, binding rollers/tracks, seized actuator motors, and faulty door control modules. Rear latch assembly is most common failure point, causing doors not latching when closing, constant beepi… Severity: medium.

What is the 2005-2023 Honda Odyssey Premature Engine Mount Failure and Vibration?

Premature engine mount failure caused by vibration from VCM cylinder deactivation (2005-2017), normal wear, and heavy V6 engine. Hydraulic engine mounts develop leaks and lose damping ability. Failed mounts cause excessive engine movement, vibration, clunking noises, and potentia… Severity: medium.

What is the 2005-2023 Honda Odyssey A/C Compressor and Clutch Failure?

A/C compressor clutch failure is most common issue where electromagnetic clutch coil/stator fails or clutch plate surface becomes contaminated with oil from front seal leaks. Oil leaking past compressor front seal drips onto clutch surface, causing slipping and burning. Compresso… Severity: low.

All 5 Known Issues

2005-2017 Honda Odyssey: VCM Oil Consumption and Piston Ring Failure#

2005-2010 Honda Odyssey: Critical Timing Belt and Water Pump Service#

2005-2023 Honda Odyssey: Premature Engine Mount Failure and Vibration#

2005-2023 Honda Odyssey: Power Sliding Door Failures and Latch Problems#

2005-2023 Honda Odyssey: A/C Compressor and Clutch Failure#

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