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Owners filed 830 complaints about the 2007 Honda Odyssey with NHTSA, and brakes are the biggest group[1][2]. Four recalls apply, so check that each one was done before you buy[3][4][5][6].

830owner complaints[1]
4recalls[7]
18–19MPG combined (EPA)[8]

Most reported problems

NHTSA lists 830 owner complaints for this model year[1]. Of those, 38 mention a crash, 15 a fire and 71 an injury[1]. No deaths are reported[1]. These are unverified reports from owners, and one complaint can name more than one part.

Component group Complaints Crashes Fires Injuries Median miles at failure
Brakes[2] 232 19 1 9 36,000
Structure[9] 134 3 0 26 70,000
Steering[10] 109 1 0 0 54,000
Engine[11] 93 3 5 3 78,194
Power train[12] 78 0 1 1 50,401
Electrical system[13] 63 0 10 2 104,000
Unknown or other[14] 37 2 3 5 100,000
Electronic stability control[15] 35 1 0 1 83,000

Brakes. Brakes have the most complaints and the most crash mentions[2]. In a sample of 12 brake complaints we read, 11 describe a soft or spongy pedal or weak stopping, often from when the van was new[2]. Five of the 12 mention dealer visits that bled the system, replaced a part or found nothing, and the owner still described a problem[2].

Structure. This group has the most injuries of any group, 26 from 134 complaints[9]. In a sample of 12, eight describe a sliding door or power liftgate that trapped or closed on a person, or a rear hatch that would not stay up[9].

Steering. In a sample of 12, five describe power steering pump noise or a loss of assist at low speed, and two describe shaking under braking that owners link to the rotors[10].

Engine. In a sample of 12, five describe an air conditioning condenser or radiator damaged by road debris, with repair bills that owners say warranty did not cover[11]. Two describe engine pinging[11]. Engine complaints include 5 fire mentions[11].

Electrical. There are fewer electrical complaints, but they include 10 fire mentions, the most of any group[13].

Recalls

Four recalls are on file for this model year, newest first.

Before buying, ask for proof that each recall was completed. Honda owners can call Honda at 1-800-999-1009[3][4][5][6].

Fuel economy

EPA lists two ratings for the 3.5L 6-cylinder, 5-speed automatic, front-wheel drive Odyssey that runs on regular gas[16][8].

Rating City Highway Combined Annual fuel cost
First listing[16] 16 MPG 23 MPG 18 MPG $3,700
Second listing[8] 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG $3,550

EPA's yearly cost uses its current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the van was new[16][8].

Safety ratings

NHTSA has not given the 2007 Odyssey (4 DR FWD) a 5-Star Safety Rating[17].

Engine and size

These sizes come from Canadian-market specifications, so US models can differ slightly[18][19][20].

Variant Length Width Height Wheelbase Curb weight
EX/EX-L[18] 201 in 77 in 70 in 118 in 4,546 lb
LX[19] 201 in 77 in 69 in 118 in 4,385 lb
Touring[20] 201 in 77 in 70 in 118 in 4,619 lb

How 2007 compares with other years

1995: 96 complaints, 0 recalls19951996: 70 complaints, 0 recalls1997: 20 complaints, 2 recalls1998: 73 complaints, 3 recalls1999: 518 complaints, 9 recalls19992000: 675 complaints, 6 recalls2001: 619 complaints, 1 recalls2002: 960 complaints, 10 recalls2003: 914 complaints, 15 recalls20032004: 585 complaints, 13 recalls2005: 830 complaints, 8 recalls2006: 703 complaints, 3 recalls2007: 830 complaints, 4 recalls83020072008: 499 complaints, 4 recalls2009: 198 complaints, 3 recalls2010: 255 complaints, 1 recalls2011: 235 complaints, 5 recalls20112012: 245 complaints, 5 recalls2013: 210 complaints, 6 recalls2014: 310 complaints, 5 recalls2015: 206 complaints, 6 recalls20152016: 271 complaints, 6 recalls2017: 39 complaints, 2 recalls2018: 1,005 complaints, 16 recalls2019: 991 complaints, 20 recalls20192020: 486 complaints, 14 recalls2021: 147 complaints, 8 recalls2022: 140 complaints, 9 recalls2023: 105 complaints, 5 recalls20232024: 120 complaints, 3 recalls2025: 433 complaints, 2 recalls2026: 50 complaints, 2 recalls
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Odyssey model year. The 2007 is highlighted[7].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
1995960
1996700
1997202
1998733
19995189
20006756
20016191
200296010
200391415
200458513
20058308
20067033
20078304
20084994
20091983
20102551
20112355
20122455
20132106
20143105
20152066
20162716
2017392
20181,00516
201999120
202048614
20211478
20221409
20231055
20241203
20254332
2026502

The 2007 Odyssey has 830 complaints and 4 recalls[7]. The 2005 model year also has 830 complaints, but 8 recalls[7]. Four years have more complaints than 2007: 2002 (960), 2003 (914), 2018 (1,005) and 2019 (991)[7].

Nearby years have fewer. 2006 has 703 complaints, 2008 has 499 and 2009 has 198[7]. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many vans were sold, so use them as a rough guide only.

Should you buy a used 2007 Odyssey?

This model year has a large complaint file, with brakes at the top[1][2]. Three of the four recalls involve brakes and one involves fuel leaks and fire risk[3][4][5][6]. If you are shopping, get proof that all four recalls were done and test the brake pedal on a long drive. Check that the sliding doors and liftgate work smoothly[9]. Complaints are unverified and the counts are not adjusted for sales, so they show where owners ran into trouble but not how likely a problem is for your van.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Honda Odyssey?
Brakes have the most NHTSA complaints at 232 out of 830[1][2]. Structure has 134 and steering has 109[9][10].
Does the 2007 Honda Odyssey have recalls?
Yes, four are on file, covering a fuel pump cover, unexpected braking, a brake master cylinder seal and air in the brake pump[3][4][5][6].
What gas mileage does the 2007 Honda Odyssey get?
EPA lists 18 MPG combined (16 city, 23 highway) and 19 MPG combined (17 city, 24 highway) for the 3.5L automatic front-wheel drive[16][8].
Is the 2007 Honda Odyssey reliable?
Our data covers complaints and recalls only. It shows 830 complaints and 4 recalls for 2007[1][7]. Counts are not adjusted for sales.
Change the question to 'Which Odyssey years from 2005 to 2010 have the fewest complaints?'
Among 2005 to 2010, 2009 has the fewest at 198 complaints, compared with 830 for 2007[7].

Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 830 owner complaints on file for the 2007 Honda Odyssey (38 mention a crash, 15 a fire, 71 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. 232 complaints name the brakes component group (19 crashes, 1 fires, 9 injuries, median mileage at failure 36,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  3. Recall 14V112, filed March 14, 2014: Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. NHTSA recall database
  4. Recall 13V500, filed November 1, 2013: Electrical System › Software. NHTSA recall database
  5. Recall 10V504, filed October 22, 2010: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder. NHTSA recall database
  6. Recall 10V098, filed March 16, 2010: Service Brakes, Air. NHTSA recall database
  7. Owner complaints and recalls for every Honda Odyssey model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  8. EPA rating for Odyssey, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 24 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  9. 134 complaints name the structure component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 26 injuries, median mileage at failure 70,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 109 complaints name the steering component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 54,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 93 complaints name the engine component group (3 crashes, 5 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 78,194). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. 78 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 50,401). NHTSA vehicle records
  13. 63 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 10 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 104,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  14. 37 complaints name the unknown or other component group (2 crashes, 3 fires, 5 injuries, median mileage at failure 100,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  15. 35 complaints name the electronic stability control (esc) component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 83,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  16. EPA rating for Odyssey, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 23 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  17. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
  18. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ODYSSEY 4DR MINIVAN EX/EX-L: length 201 in, width 77 in, height 70 in, wheelbase 118 in, curb weight 4,546 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  19. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ODYSSEY 4DR MINIVAN LX: length 201 in, width 77 in, height 69 in, wheelbase 118 in, curb weight 4,385 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  20. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ODYSSEY 4DR MINIVAN TOURING: length 201 in, width 77 in, height 70 in, wheelbase 118 in, curb weight 4,619 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.