Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2009 Honda Odyssey
NHTSA data on file today
The 2009 Honda Odyssey has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 198 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #14E049000 Aftermarket Fuel Pump may give False Fuel Readings NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V112000 Fuel Pump Cover may Crack and Leak Fuel NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #12V062000 POWER LIFTGATE GAS STRUTS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V057000 FRONT BRAKE HOSES NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 63 complaints
- Engine 34 complaints
- Electrical System 20 complaints
- Power Train 18 complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 16 complaints
- Steering 8 complaints
Of the 198 complaints on file, 6 report a crash and 6 a fire; across all 198 complaints, owners report 14 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2009 Honda Odyssey has an average reliability outlook. While there are 198 complaints and 4 recalls, no issue dominates the data overwhelmingly, suggesting a mixed reliability profile. Common concerns include structural issues and engine complaints, but with limited evidence on the severity or frequency of failures. Scheduled maintenance and vigilance can mitigate unexpected costs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| structure | Unknown | $200–$1,000 | common |
| engine | Unknown | $500–$3,000 | occasional |
| electrical system | Unknown | $150–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake inspections and service
- Transmission fluid replacement
- Coolant system flush
- Tire rotations and replacements
- Spark plug replacement
- Battery checks and replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual engine noises
- Warning lights on dashboard
- Persistent brake noises
- Electrical malfunctions
- Fuel smell inside cabin
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2009 Honda Odyssey at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.