1999 Honda Odyssey Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 110 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the 1999 Honda Odyssey, 21% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 125,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “ignition switch” (52% of reports).
- 110electrical system complaints
- 125,000median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 60%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Ignition switch: mentioned in 57 of 110 complaints (52%)
- Sliding door: mentioned in 8 of 110 complaints (7%)
- Stalled without: mentioned in 7 of 110 complaints (6%)
- Electrical portion: mentioned in 6 of 110 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 67 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 110 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 3 an injury.
Honda Odyssey electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Odyssey | 16 | 33% | 10,503 |
| 2025 Odyssey | 220 | 52% | 16,000 |
| 2024 Odyssey | 53 | 45% | 30,000 |
| 2023 Odyssey | 30 | 29% | — |
| 2022 Odyssey | 37 | 27% | 40,000 |
| 2021 Odyssey | 55 | 38% | 33,050 |
| 2020 Odyssey | 172 | 36% | 4,750 |
| 2019 Odyssey | 223 | 23% | 11,244 |
| 2018 Odyssey | 260 | 26% | 13,000 |
| 2017 Odyssey | 6 | 15% | 85,000 |
| 2016 Odyssey | 39 | 14% | 22,350 |
| 2015 Odyssey | 28 | 14% | 56,500 |
| 2014 Odyssey | 31 | 10% | 12,950 |
| 2013 Odyssey | 15 | 7% | 35,500 |
| 2012 Odyssey | 37 | 15% | 66,650 |
| 2011 Odyssey | 66 | 28% | 2,200 |
| 2010 Odyssey | 31 | 12% | 70,000 |
| 2009 Odyssey | 20 | 10% | 67,000 |
| 2008 Odyssey | 33 | 7% | 99,500 |
| 2007 Odyssey | 63 | 8% | 104,000 |
| 2006 Odyssey | 44 | 6% | 85,500 |
| 2005 Odyssey | 54 | 7% | 108,000 |
| 2004 Odyssey | 53 | 9% | 108,000 |
| 2003 Odyssey | 81 | 9% | 122,000 |
| 2002 Odyssey | 35 | 4% | 99,300 |
| 2001 Odyssey | 23 | 4% | 94,000 |
| 2000 Odyssey | 38 | 6% | 108,734 |
| 1999 Odyssey | 110 | 21% | 125,000 |
| 1998 Odyssey | 34 | 47% | 164,000 |
| 1997 Odyssey | 9 | 45% | 119,000 |
| 1996 Odyssey | 17 | 24% | 145,000 |
| 1995 Odyssey | 25 | 26% | 128,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles and mini vans, the ignition switch may wear excessively and prevent proper interlock operation, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the "off" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to "park."
Risk: If the vehicle operator does not shift to "park" before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that determines the amount of cylinder body wear. If significant wear is indicated, the dealer will replace the cylinder body, collar, and latch plate. If no signs of wear are indicated, dealers will replace the latch plate with a redesigned part. Owner notification began december 8, 2003. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Problem: On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle is started.
Risk: Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ignition switch. Owner notification began june 14, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Problem: Vehicle description: mini vans. A wire harness, located within the engine compartment, could be damaged by contact with a metal pipe, possibly resulting in a blown fuse.
Risk: If a fuse blows, engine power, or operation of any or all electrical components, can be lost, including lights, windshield wipers, horn, and the anti-lock function of the brakes. A sudden loss of power or lighting, or a failure of the windshield wipers or anti-lock brake feature in bad weather, could result.
Fix: Dealers will install a protective covering over the wire harness and metal pipe to prevent this problem. If any wires are damaged, the dealer will make the necessary repairs, and then install the protective covering.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 1999 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the ignition switch was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
Vehicle turns off randomly while in motion on the street.
1999 honda odyssey. Consumer writes in regards to ignition issues. *smd the consumer stated the manufacturer refused to assist due to the consumer no longer owning the vehicle. *js
Frequently asked questions
Do all 1999 Honda Odysseys have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 110 owner complaints about electrical system for the 1999 Honda Odyssey (21% of the 518 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Honda Odyssey electrical system?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list electrical system. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do electrical system problems start?
The median reported mileage is 125,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the 1999 Honda Odyssey?
The most frequent phrase is “ignition switch”, in 57 of 110 complaints, followed by “sliding door” (8).
Other 1999 Honda Odyssey problems
See all 1999 Honda Odyssey problems or electrical system problems across all Odyssey years.