2011 HONDA ODYSSEY Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Honda Odyssey. This model year has 232 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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Worst 2011 Honda Odyssey Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Brake System
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Honda Odyssey. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 65 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 45 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 28 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 20 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 19 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 16 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 14 | 4 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 11 | 6 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2011 Honda Odyssey. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 232 most recent complaints
The contact owns a 2011 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the driver's side sliding door failed to latch while being closed automatically, causing the door to reopen and to restart the process continuously. The contact stated that upon pulling the door handle to close the do…
On 3/8/14, I purchased this van as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle from an authorized Honda dealership, but wasn't notified of known defects resulting from the Alex Soto v American Honda Motor Co, Inc class action suit. The suit wasn't finalized until 4/10/14, yet Honda NEVER notif…
The contact owns a 2011 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the messages "check Systems" and "Check Power" were displayed, and the battery warning light illuminated. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, after refueling, the vehicle f…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while attempting to trade the vehicle, the Carfax Report indicated that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 121,000, a…
Severe rust and corrosion since 2015. Spreading across the whole roof line and visibly peeling paint. Not typical peeling paint, it appears to have originated beneath the trim or roof components, suggesting a possible failure of seem sealant, design drainage or factory primer. …
On may 25, 2025 I was driving down a local road with several occupants in the van. I did not collide with another car, object my driver side curtain airbags went off trapping me and the occupants in the car. Had to cut the airbags to get out.
Vehicle stalled was able to safely get to side of road and stop and then everything locked up. I tried to get out of the doors. I manually unlocking them, but they would not allow me to get out. It was 90° outside and at this point the internal temperature was probably creeping t…
My engine failed on [XXX] after my 2011 Honda Odyssey consumed all the oil in my reservoir. I bought my vehicle in October 2024 and have stayed up-to-date on my oil changes. I was up for my next oil change but did not receive any indicators from the vehicle that my oil was low or…
On April April the Engine light came on the dash. The vehicle was independently inspected on April [XXX]. The number one cylinder spark plug misfired due to oil leak caused by vehicle cylinder management system never identified in the 711 page owners manual, warning or recall fro…
My 2011 Honda Odyssey's tailgate paint is peeling off and just found out they have a recall in the past and they extended the paint warranty to 7 days. The problem is we just found the paint problem last year and just found out they recalled and the warranty is expired. We don't …
The transmission has failed at 186, 000 miles, right outside the warranty.
The contact owns a 2011 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the driver’s side sliding door cable fractured, and the door failed to open or close as needed. The contact stated that rear seat occupants were unable to exit through the sliding door; but instead, the rear seat occu…
Check engine light would pop on for a small amount of time periodically since I purchased it, took it to shop where they stated everything was fine..as check engine light was no longer on. Just started smelling burning when drove for long periods of time. Yesterday, on the way ho…
I was at a stoplight on 11/16/23; when it was my turn to go (green light) I went to accelerate, and my engine seemed to sputter/choke or misfire before accelerating at a slower than normal rate and then the engine light came on -flashing- and then the traction control/VSA system …
We had a disturbing incident of my 16 year old son getting stuck and twisted in seat belt on a long drive to Montana. We had a safety worker helping us and he tore off the side of the plastic where the seat belt is, hoping to find a release button with no luck.. he ended up havin…
The passenger side electric door cord snapped while children were getting out of the vehicle and no we cannot open the door any longer. The safety of my children were put at risk since there was no warning that this was going to happen; the door made a loud noise and started to …
Back-up camera screen is black and only shows guide-lines.
Rear glass/windshield exploded spontaneously while vehicle was parked securely in the closed garage of a private home. The once gray rear glass of the vehicle was now shattered and black. After the explosion a crackling sound was observed emanating from the shattered glass that …
The front anker bolts with female 6 point hex for the front driver seat keep comming loose no matter what I've tried to bolt them back down with they keep comming loose. Eventually falling out and the seat fly backwords
White paint is peeling off the roof in large sections. Massive adhesion failure.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2011 Honda Odyssey.
Recalls for 2011 Honda Odyssey
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2011 Honda Odyssey. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2011 Honda Odyssey — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2011 Honda Odyssey reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2011 Honda Odyssey has 232 NHTSA owner complaints, 11 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (65 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Honda Odyssey?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (65 complaints). #2: Brake System (45 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (28 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Honda Odyssey?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2011 Honda Odyssey?▾
The 2011 Honda Odyssey has 11 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 232 total NHTSA complaints. 13 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2011 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?▾
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2011 Honda Odyssey. The largest issue: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2011 Honda Odyssey?▾
The 2011 Honda Odyssey has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Electrical Faults issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Honda Odyssey reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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