2007 Honda Odyssey Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 84 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the 2007 Honda Odyssey, 10% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 85,775 miles. The words owners use most often: “soft brake” (7% of reports).
- 84service brakes complaints
- 85,775median miles at failure
- 7mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 31%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.
- Soft brake: mentioned in 6 of 84 complaints (7%)
- Master cylinder: mentioned in 6 of 84 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 64 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 84 complaints, 7 mention a crash, 2 an injury.
Honda Odyssey service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Odyssey | 5 | 10% | 6,338 |
| 2025 Odyssey | 14 | 3% | — |
| 2024 Odyssey | 8 | 7% | 2,997 |
| 2023 Odyssey | 8 | 8% | — |
| 2022 Odyssey | 8 | 6% | — |
| 2021 Odyssey | 2 | 1% | — |
| 2020 Odyssey | 20 | 4% | 3,408 |
| 2019 Odyssey | 45 | 5% | 14,000 |
| 2018 Odyssey | 41 | 4% | 13,000 |
| 2017 Odyssey | 3 | 8% | 25,000 |
| 2016 Odyssey | 11 | 4% | 18,500 |
| 2015 Odyssey | 11 | 5% | 6,600 |
| 2014 Odyssey | 58 | 19% | 30,000 |
| 2013 Odyssey | 55 | 26% | 20,500 |
| 2012 Odyssey | 58 | 24% | 22,000 |
| 2011 Odyssey | 39 | 17% | 30,500 |
| 2010 Odyssey | 31 | 12% | 38,500 |
| 2009 Odyssey | 3 | 2% | 55,000 |
| 2008 Odyssey | 62 | 12% | 66,499 |
| 2007 Odyssey | 84 | 10% | 85,775 |
| 2006 Odyssey | 18 | 3% | 84,000 |
| 2005 Odyssey | 16 | 2% | 111,000 |
| 2004 Odyssey | 7 | 1% | 102,475 |
| 2003 Odyssey | 5 | 1% | 117,307 |
| 2002 Odyssey | 7 | 1% | 153,122 |
| 2001 Odyssey | 2 | 0% | 152,350 |
| 1998 Odyssey | 1 | 1% | 169,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
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.
Service brakes, air
Problem: Honda has notified nhtsa of a defect in certain model year 2007 and 2008 odyssey and element passenger vehicles manufactured between july 28, 2006 and august 21, 2008. Air can enter the vsa modular pump during an initial self-check process that occurs shortly after each time the engine is started. It is possible for enough air to enter the system to result in a brake pedal that feels soft or lower to the floor.
Risk: If the owner does not have any brake service or maintenance performed over a period of months or years, the system can continue to accumulate enough air to affect braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owner and honda dealers will repair the vsa modulator by removing any existing air in the brake system then apply sealant and caps to prevent air from entering the brake system free of charge. The safety recall began on may 3, 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.
When I stop at the red light with my brake pressed, all in a sudden the brake drop lower and the vehicle move forward. When I look up the safety recalls on my type of vehicle, there is a brake master cylinder safety recall in 2010. However, when I look up my VIN, my vehicle is not on that list…
I took this car for a test drive. The dealer said they had repaired a number of issues such as front end work, power steering hoses, and power steering fluid. They said it had passed a safety inspection. The dealer handed me a list of all the issues with the vehicle which they chose not to repair…
Brakes locked up and broke off stud and pads
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2007 Honda Odysseys have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 84 owner complaints about service brakes for the 2007 Honda Odyssey (10% 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?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes problems start?
The median reported mileage is 85,775 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the 2007 Honda Odyssey?
The most frequent phrase is “soft brake”, in 6 of 84 complaints, followed by “master cylinder” (6).
Other 2007 Honda Odyssey problems
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (139)
- Structure problems (134)
- Steering problems (109)
- Power Train problems (78)
- Electrical System problems (63)
- Engine problems (58)
See all 2007 Honda Odyssey problems or service brakes problems across all Odyssey years.