2011 Honda Odyssey recalls and problems
The 2011 Honda Odyssey has 5 safety recalls and 236 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2011 Honda Odyssey vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2011 Honda Odyssey recalls
Recall 17V-725: Seats
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats can slide sideways to one of two positions. If a seat is placed between either of the two positions when attaching the seat to the vehicle floor, the seat will not latch properly to the seat striker, allowing the seat to tip forward unexpectedly during braking.
Risk: If the seat tips forward during braking, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to the second row outboard floor strikers, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2018. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is S0G.
Recall 16V-933: Seats
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2010, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have second row outboard seats that have a release lever that allows the seats to move for easier access to the third row of seats. This release lever may remain in the unlocked position allowing the seats to move unexpectedly.
Risk: An unlocked second row outboard seat increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional bracket and spring to both second row outboard seats, free of charge. Interim letter has been mailed, and a second notification will be sent . Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KD5.
Recall 13V-016: Air Bags
Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pilot and 2011-2013 Odyssey passenger vehicles manufactured from March 13, 2008, through December 21, 2012. One or more rivets that attach the airbag module to the airbag cover may be missing.
Risk: The absence of more than one rivet could alter the performance of the driver's airbag during deployment. This could potentially increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda dealer. The dealer will inspect the driver's airbag module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Recall 11V-181: Visibility
Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2011 honda odyssey vehicles. There is a potential failure with the driver and the front passenger door power windows in which the window may come off the track causing the window to become inoperative and preventing it from being rolled up or down or it could drop into the door.
Risk: The window may shatter into the passenger cabin causing a risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
Fix: Dealers will replace either the passenger's and/or the driver's front door window glass, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 28, 2011. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Recall 11V-180: Visibility
Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2011 honda odyssey vehicles. If the front windshield wiper blades become frozen to the windshield and the wiper motor is switched on, one of the front windshield wiper linkage rods may bend or separate from the motor due to insufficient stiffness of the rod.
Risk: The windshield wipers may fail to operate, decreasing the driver's visibility in adverse weather conditions increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper rod free of charge. The safety recall began on april 28, 2011. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
2011 Honda Odyssey problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 68 | |
| Service Brakes | 39 | |
| Engine | 25 | |
| Structure | 20 | |
| Power Train | 19 | |
| Unknown or Other | 18 | |
| Seats | 15 | |
| Tires | 12 | |
| Air Bags | 11 | |
| Steering | 10 | |
| Visibility | 6 | |
| Seat Belts | 6 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 16
- Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 10
- Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 2
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
- Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer — 2
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
- Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer — 1
- Seat Belts › Rear/Other — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 23,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2011 Honda Odyssey complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Honda Odyssey years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2011 Honda Odyssey: 17V-725 (seats), 16V-933 (seats), 13V-016 (air bags), 11V-181 (visibility), 11V-180 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Honda Odyssey?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (68 reports), followed by service brakes (39). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 23,000 miles.
Are Honda recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.