2011 Honda Odyssey: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2011 Honda Odyssey: 5 recalls, 235 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #11V180000 · 2011 · 33,341 vehicles
What's wrong: If the front windshield wiper blades become frozen to the windshield and the wiper motor is switched on, one of the front windshield wiper linkage rods May bend or separate from the motor due to insufficient stiffness of the rod.
Why it matters: The windshield wipers May fail to operate, decreasing the driver's visibility in adverse weather conditions increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper rod free of charge. The safety recall began on April 28, 2011.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #11V181000 · 2011 · 2,800 vehicles
What's wrong: There is a potential failure with the driver and the front passenger door power windows in which the window May come off the track causing the window to become inoperative and preventing it from being rolled up or down or it could drop into the door.
Why it matters: The window May shatter into the passenger cabin causing a risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
The fix: Dealers will replace either the passenger's and/or the driver's front door window glass, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 28, 2011.
Airbags Vehicle recall #13V016000 · 2013 · 748,481 vehicles
What's wrong: One or more rivets that attach the airbag module to the airbag cover May be missing.
Why it matters: The absence of more than one rivet could alter the performance of the driver's airbag during deployment. This could potentially increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda dealer. The dealer will inspect the driver's airbag module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2013.
Seats Vehicle recall #16V933000 · 2016 · 633,753 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 odyssey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2010, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have second row outboard seats that have a release lever that allows the seats to move for easier access to the third row of seats. This release lever May remain in the unlocked position allowing the seats to move unexpectedly.
Why it matters: An unlocked second row outboard seat increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional bracket and spring to both second row outboard seats, free of charge. Interim letter has been mailed, and a second notification will be sent .
Seats Vehicle recall #17V725000 · 2017 · 806,936 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Honda odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats can slide sideways to one of two positions. If a seat is placed between either of the two positions when attaching the seat to the vehicle floor, the seat will not latch properly to the seat striker, allowing the seat to tip forward unexpectedly during braking.
Why it matters: If the seat tips forward during braking, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to the second row outboard floor strikers, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 13 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (66): the most common themes are electrical failure (48), warning light on (20), stalls / loses power (15).
- Brakes (39): the most common themes are noise or vibration (13), brake failure / soft pedal (7).
- Engine (25): the most common themes are warning light on (9), stalls / loses power (6), electrical failure (5).
- Body & structure (20): the most common themes are door / lock issues (9).
The 2011 Honda Odyssey has 235 owner complaints, ranking #19 of 34 Odyssey model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 376). Complaints peaked in 2011 (70 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 21,400 miles. Neighboring years: 2010 (255 complaints, 1 recalls), 2012 (245 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 27 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2011 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2011 Honda Odyssey. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2011 Honda Odyssey problems?
Owners have filed 235 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (66), brakes (39), engine (25).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Honda Odyssey get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic 6-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2011 Honda Odyssey repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.