Honda Odyssey owners have reported 236 seats related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common seats problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's seats (159 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's mid/rear seats assembly (22 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Engine will fail to start when shut off to stop light or when shut off at anytime when engine is hot. Very dangerous situation. Acts like starter is dragging. There is a clunking in the steering column when making a turn mainly to the left that can be felt in the steering wheel. Read details...
Vehicle bought certified pre owned in April 2024 with Honda 182-point checklist completed. In November 2025 owner experienced the second row driver side sear shifting forward and back approximately an inch easily while seemingly locked into place. Read details...
A metal bracket riveting the driver seat bottom to the power seat structure has torn through due to metal fatigue. This allows the whole drive seat to move freely within a few inches of travel during acceleration and turning. Read details...
Upon heavy braking the left (driver side) second row seat recliner collapsed and folded over. Seat now does not lock in upright position. Read details...
The headrest (or more accurately, "head restraint") of the driver's seat forces my head to tilt forward in my normal sitting position. I am 6' 2" and like to practice good posture by sitting upright and straight. Read details...