2007 Honda Odyssey Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 3, 2026 · 139 complaints analyzed

Owners have filed 139 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 2007 Honda Odyssey, 17% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 18,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “soft brake” (10% of reports).

What owners describe

Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.

  • Soft brake: mentioned in 14 of 139 complaints (10%)
  • Master cylinder: mentioned in 13 of 139 complaints (9%)
  • Way floor: mentioned in 9 of 139 complaints (6%)
  • Brakes feel: mentioned in 7 of 139 complaints (5%)

At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?

Based on 105 complaints that reported the odometer reading.

Under 10k miles33 · 31%
10k–25k miles29 · 28%
25k–50k miles31 · 30%
50k–75k miles6 · 6%
75k–100k miles2 · 2%
100k–150k miles1 · 1%
150k+ miles3 · 3%

How serious are the reports?

Of 139 complaints, 10 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury.

Honda Odyssey service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year

Peak: 2007, with 139 complaints
1995: 1819951996: 81997: 219971998: 61999: 1719992000: 222001: 1620012002: 232003: 820032004: 62005: 5720052006: 532007: 13920071392008: 882009: 1620092010: 112011: 520112012: 12013: 120132014: 12019: 120192020: 12022: 12022

n = 501 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Model yearService Brakes, Hydraulic complaintsShare of that yearMedian miles
2022 Odyssey11%15,000
2020 Odyssey10%—
2019 Odyssey10%87,395
2014 Odyssey10%12,000
2013 Odyssey10%27,000
2012 Odyssey10%58,000
2011 Odyssey52%32,275
2010 Odyssey114%7,400
2009 Odyssey168%18,593
2008 Odyssey8818%9,500
2007 Odyssey13917%18,000
2006 Odyssey538%33,450
2005 Odyssey577%18,512
2004 Odyssey61%8,000
2003 Odyssey81%36,900
2002 Odyssey232%37,830
2001 Odyssey163%69,102
2000 Odyssey223%45,000
1999 Odyssey173%60,000
1998 Odyssey68%169,148
1997 Odyssey210%—
1996 Odyssey811%107,469
1995 Odyssey1819%73,506

When owners reported it

Peak: 2010, with 49 complaints
2007: 132007132008: 222008222009: 292009292010: 492010492011: 152011152012: 5201252013: 3201332014: 1201412024: 1202412025: 120251

n = 139 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Related recalls (1)

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinderOct 22, 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V504000 · 471,820 vehicles

Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 odyssey and acura rl vehicles. Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. If replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. If this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.

Risk: A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and overtime a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder seal free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during december 2010. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

What owners report

Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving 45-65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and waited for two hours. The contact then continued driving 20-25 MPH. The contact stated that the VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) and TPMS warning…

Received May 14, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11660906

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a burning chemical odor coming from the engine compartment. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the brake fluid reservoir was empty. The brake fluid reservoir was refilled but later the contact…

Received Nov 4, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11623395

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda odyssey. The contact stated that after the vehicle was serviced for an unknown recall, the check engine and abs warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the master cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was…

Received Dec 9, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10663049
Honda Odyssey
Front view of a 2025 Honda Odyssey minivan. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Deathpallie325, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Frequently asked questions

Do all 2007 Honda Odysseys have service brakes, hydraulic problems?

No. NHTSA has 139 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the 2007 Honda Odyssey (17% of the 830 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 2007 Honda Odyssey service brakes, hydraulic?

Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.

At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems start?

The median reported mileage is 18,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.

What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 2007 Honda Odyssey?

The most frequent phrase is “soft brake”, in 14 of 139 complaints, followed by “master cylinder” (13).

Other 2007 Honda Odyssey problems

See all 2007 Honda Odyssey problems or service brakes, hydraulic problems across all Odyssey years.