With 2 recalls and 114 complaints, the 2021 Honda Odyssey rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

114

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

21V0100002021-14-01

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Braun-modified Honda Odyssey vehicles. The fuel tank assembly installed by Braun may be susceptible to the fuel tank overfilling into the charcoal canister. If the charcoal canister fills with a sufficient amount of fuel, fuel may leak out.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

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26V2270002026-09-04

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Odyssey vehicles. A software programming error can cause the side and side curtain air bags to deploy unexpectedly.

Air bags that deploy unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Honda Odyssey's biggest weak point? ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. It leads 114 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System15

02Air Bags15

03Unknown Or Other12

04Forward Collision Avoidance9

05Structure4

114 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Honda Odyssey Fuel Economy

22mpg combined

19city

28hwy

$3,050/yr

The 2021 Honda Odyssey delivers 22 MPG combined. Straightforward efficiency.

Odyssey - Automatic (S10)

22mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city28 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2021 Honda Odyssey

35States

26%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 34 other states nationwide.

TXTexas

1,15110%

FLFlorida

9518%

CACalifornia

8858%

DCWashington DC

6586%

NYNew York

5275%

PAPennsylvania

5014%

ILIllinois

4954%

NJNew Jersey

4944%

MDMaryland

4804%

GAGeorgia

4774%

DEDelaware

3903%

NCNorth Carolina

3793%

INIndiana

3663%

MOMissouri

3663%

OHOhio

3023%

AZArizona

2772%

MIMichigan

2562%

UTUtah

2412%

MNMinnesota

2222%

TNTennessee

2172%

OK174

WA171

WI171

MA131

OR129

AL116

KY112

NH105

NV102

CO85

CT77

KS68

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2021.

Buying a 2021 Honda Odyssey?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2021 Honda Odyssey a good car to buy?

The 2021 Honda Odyssey has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report electrical system as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2021 Honda Odyssey?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2021 Honda Odyssey. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2021 Honda Odyssey?

The 2021 Honda Odyssey is EPA-rated at 22 MPG combined, consistent regardless of trim. See the fuel economy breakdown for city and highway splits.

What are common problems with the 2021 Honda Odyssey?

Out of 114 owner complaints, electrical system issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.