Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 73/100 (GOOD)

2025 Honda Odyssey Reliability Report

The 2025 Honda Odyssey has good reliability, but owners report the engine failing to restart after Auto Idle Stop shuts it off at a light.

Full Breakdown Compare Models

Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

9.3per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$547

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,700

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity64/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact80/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity89/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Rates good, but engine restart failures after Auto Idle Stop at traffic lights, some under 10,000 miles, are the defining complaint for this year.

Top Issues to Watch

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (29)
ENGINE (16)
POWER TRAIN (6)

Should You Buy the 2025 Honda Odyssey?

Reliability is good, close to average among 2025 minivans, and among the stronger of the Odyssey's scored model years. Owners filed 82 complaints. Federal crash testing gave it 5 of 5 stars. Independent repair-cost data puts model-wide yearly repairs at $547, below $647 for the class. The 2024 and 2026 years rate about the same.

The problem to know about is Auto Idle Stop. The engine shuts off at a light, then fails to restart when the driver releases the brake. Owners describe a hesitant crank, a rough sputter, or nothing at all, often with the battery light on. Some cases start around 9,300 to 10,000 miles. Dealers often cannot duplicate it. Some replace the starter, and others say to switch the feature off every drive. Several owners cite federal investigation EA25004. Federal recall records list two recalls, both in the equipment adaptive/mobility area.

Ask the seller for service records showing any no-restart visits or starter work, and test the van at stops with the feature on.

Compared to the 2026 Honda Odyssey, which scored 1 points higher. See also the 2024 Honda Odyssey for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+$100 cheaper to maintain than avg minivans
+Low major repair risk (12%)
+Low recall count

Cons

−Above-average complaint rate for Minivan
−ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Engine fails to restart after Auto Idle Stop shuts it off at a light (29 complaints)
−ENGINE: Stalling at stops after Auto Idle Stop dominates this category (16 complaints)

Compare 2025 Honda Odyssey With

2025 Toyota Sienna

Reliability: 72/100

Good

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK

2 manufacturer recalls issued

Other

HIGH RISK

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (29)
ENGINE (16)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

recalls on record

The 2025 Honda Odyssey carries 2 recalls — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

9.3

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 2.4

LowAvgHigh

Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2025 Honda Odyssey Recall Details

2 recalls have been issued for the 2025 Honda Odyssey. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

25V8770002025-12-17

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

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.

Consequence

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters was mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082.

25V7590002025-10-31

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, 2022-2025 Toyota Sienna, and 2022-2026 Honda Odyssey vehicles equipped with wheel chair restraint retractors. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Consequence

An unlocked wheelchair can move during transit or during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2025. Owners may contact Q'Straint's customer service at 1-800-987-9987 or Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Honda Odyssey? Check its history first

Electrical system problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Honda Odyssey, and 2 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2025 Honda Odyssey NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 13.6%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Not Available)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Not Available)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (N/A)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (Info Not Available)LATCH Locations (2nd row, 3rd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, Roof)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Honda OdysseyRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$547

vs $647 avg for minivans

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.5

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

12%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Odyssey

$547

Category Avg

$647

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Honda Odyssey Resale Value

The Honda Odyssey is estimated to retain about 67.5% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Honda Odyssey model overall and is not specific to the 2025 model year.

Value Retained: 67.5%
Depreciation: 32.5%
Listings Analyzed: 720

Listings observed in June 2026. Actual resale value varies by trim, mileage, condition, and location.

Explore Honda Odyssey depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

22 MPG

Running cost: $3,250/yr

Fuel + repair

19 city / 28 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Odyssey 3.5L 6-cyl	Front-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	19	28	22	$2,700

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Honda Odyssey.

Leave Auto Idle Stop on and make repeated stops in traffic; confirm the engine restarts smoothly every time you release the brake.
Ask for service records showing starter, battery, or idle stop repairs, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Let the van sit in hot sun, then start it and watch for driver-assist or Adaptive Cruise Control warning messages.
Drive past shadows and up hills on a clear road and note any sudden automatic braking with nothing ahead.
Lift the driver-side carpet and cargo-area floor and check for dampness, mold, or a musty odor.
Inspect the moonroof glass for cracks and check panel gaps between the sliding door and front passenger door.
Brake firmly from highway speed and feel for rear shaking or a stiff, unresponsive brake pedal.
Check under the van for transmission fluid leaks and ask whether any transmission seal work has been done.

2025 Honda Odyssey Common Problems by Component

82 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (29)ENGINE (16)UNKNOWN OR OTHER (15)POWER TRAIN (6)FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (4)STRUCTURE (3)SUSPENSION (2)SERVICE BRAKES (2)Other (5)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

29 complaints

Odyssey electrical problems across all model years

The engine fails to restart after Auto Idle Stop shuts it off at a light. Drivers release the brake and get a hesitant crank, a rough sputtering restart, or nothing at all, often with the battery light and other warnings on the dash. Many end up stuck in intersections and must shut the van off and restart it, sometimes more than once. Several reports come in under 10,000 miles. Dealers often cannot duplicate the problem. Some replace the starter, and others tell owners to switch the feature off on every drive. Several owners cite federal investigation EA25004.

29 complaints total

ENGINE

16 complaints

Stalling at stops after Auto Idle Stop dominates this category. The engine shuts off as designed, then struggles to turn over or will not restart, leaving the van dead at busy intersections. Getting it going can take several button presses, a shift into park, or 1-2 minutes. Dealer responses vary. Some replace a battery that does not fix it, some replace the starter, and some advise disabling the feature every drive. A report involving 2 injuries describes shutdowns during adaptive cruise control. Other reports describe a loss of power while driving.

16 complaints total2 injuries

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

15 complaints

Most reports here describe the same Auto Idle Stop restart failure. The engine shuts off at a light and will not restart when the brake is released, sometimes with the battery light or a system problem message showing. Restarting can take several tries and up to a few minutes. The feature is on by default, so drivers must turn it off each time they start the van. Other reports describe water soaking the driver-side floor or pooling in the cargo area with mold, a sunroof that shatters while driving, and a seat belt sensor that misreads occupants.

15 complaints total

POWER TRAIN (6 complaints)

POWER TRAIN

6 complaints

Shutdowns at stops after Auto Idle Stop also show up here. The van shifts itself into park and will not restart until the driver repeats the start sequence, sometimes many times. Other reports describe the van failing to accelerate from a stoplight with idle stop enabled. Dealers repeatedly suggest turning the feature off. Separate reports describe more serious transmission trouble: a transmission needing full replacement for faulty internal seals in a van less than one year old, and a transmission that dropped into park while the van was rolling, causing a whiplash-like jolt.

6 complaints total

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (4 complaints)

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

4 complaintsSafety-related

Automatic emergency braking slams on the brakes with nothing ahead, triggered by shadows, hills, or nothing visible. These events lead to near rear-end collisions, one crash, and neck and shoulder injuries. Dealers find the activation in stored data but no reason code. A second pattern shows up on hot days. After the van sits in the sun, the dash fills with beeping warnings such as an Adaptive Cruise Control System Problem, and driver aids shut off until the van cools after 15 to 20 minutes of driving.

4 complaints total1 crash2 injuries

STRUCTURE (3 complaints)

STRUCTURE

3 complaints

Moonroof glass shatters without warning while driving, including at highway speed on a hot day. A closed sliding cover keeps the glass out of the cabin. Other reports in this group describe idle stop shutdowns blamed on a failed starter, with the replacement part on backorder for over a month. Factory build flaws also appear. These include a lane departure system that jerks the wheel, an A/C system found overfilled with an electrical connection left unhooked, and wide body panel gaps near the sliding door.

3 complaints total

SUSPENSION (2 complaints)

SUSPENSION

2 complaints

Vibration and shaking show up early in the van's life. In one report the rear shakes only under braking at moderate to highway speeds. The dealer documents rear brake rotor thickness variation but makes no repair. Another report pairs a vibration diagnosed as worn shocks, with tire wear not covered, with an idle stop restart failure that the dealer blames on the battery. With only 2 complaints on file, the data shows no clear pattern.

2 complaints total

SERVICE BRAKES (2 complaints)

SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

The brake pedal stiffens sharply at low speed while the red brake warning lights up, and the van barely stops. Stability warnings and a Call your Dealer message come with it, and the repair is a replacement brake booster. In the other report, the emergency avoidance system brakes hard at about 40 mph on a clear road and the van is nearly rear-ended. Only 2 complaints are on file, but both involve a real loss of braking control.

2 complaints total

LANE DEPARTURE (1 complaints)

LANE DEPARTURE

1 complaint

2025-11-03

Blind Spot Monitoring System does not register vehicles sometimes. Sometimes when passing a vehicle, light does not illuminate. Sometimes cars will pass the vehicle and light does not illuminate.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (1 complaints)

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 complaint

2026-01-08

The contact owns a 2025 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, the contact released the brake pedal and depressed the accelerator pedal; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact believed that the failure was related to the gas saving feature. The vehicle then stalled, but was able to be restarted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 11,390.

When Do 2025 Honda Odyssey Problems Start?

Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.

9,300–10,000 milesIdle stop restart failure

Best & Worst Honda Odyssey Years

Best Honda Odyssey Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

Honda Odyssey Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Honda Odyssey reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	53/100	Mixed
2019	53/100	Mixed
2020	60/100	Good
2021	69/100	Good
2022	65/100	Good
2023	70/100	Good
2024	73/100	Good
2025	73/100	Good
2026	74/100	Good

Honda Odyssey Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026	74/100	+1	Good	2	3
2025(selected)	73/100	0	Good	2	82
2024	73/100	+3	Good	3	43
2023	70/100	+5	Good	5	75
2022	65/100	-4	Good	8	108
2021	69/100	+9	Good	6	108
2020	60/100	+7	Good	11	342
2019	53/100	0	Mixed	17	768
2018	53/100	—	Mixed	13	841

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Honda Odyssey reliable?

Yes, it has a good reliability standing. It is close to average against other 2025 minivans and among the stronger of the nine scored Odyssey model years. Owners filed 82 complaints, and the main one is engine restart failure after Auto Idle Stop. Federal crash testing gave it 5 of 5 stars.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Honda Odyssey?

The most common problem is the engine failing to restart after Auto Idle Stop shuts it off, filed mostly under electrical, engine, and power train complaints. Smaller groups report automatic emergency braking with nothing ahead, and driver-assist warnings that appear on hot days after the van sits in the sun.

Does the 2025 Honda Odyssey have Auto Idle Stop problems?

Yes, it is the leading complaint. After stopping at a light, the engine may crank hesitantly, sputter, or not restart, sometimes with the battery light on. Reports include mileage as low as 9,300 to 10,000. Dealers often cannot duplicate it, and some tell owners to turn the feature off each drive.

Has the 2025 Honda Odyssey been recalled?

Federal recall records list two recalls for this model year, both in the equipment adaptive/mobility area. Those records do not describe the restart complaints. Some owners instead point to federal investigation EA25004 when they describe the idle stop problem.

How much does the 2025 Honda Odyssey cost to repair?

Independent repair-cost data estimates $547 a year, compared with $647 for its class. That figure covers the whole Odyssey model, not only the 2025 year. Some 2025 owners report a starter replacement or a full transmission replacement, so ask for repair records on any van you consider.

Don’t buy a 2025 Honda Odyssey without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2025 Honda Odyssey

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Honda Odyssey does best on how many systems draw complaints (89/100) and worst on complaint severity (64/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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