2009 Honda Odyssey Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Odyssey years
- Fewer complaints than other years 22nd of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 198 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Honda Odyssey. That ranks 22nd out of 32 Odyssey model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (63 complaints, 32%), typically at around 65,187 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 6 fires, 14 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
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- 198owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Honda Odyssey problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure problems | 63 | 32% | 65,187 | “sliding door” (19%) | — |
| Engine | 34 | 17% | 103,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 20 | 10% | 67,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 18 | 9% | 42,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 16 | 8% | 18,593 | — | — |
| Steering | 8 | 4% | 37,250 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 7 | 4% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 7 | 4% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 4% | 77,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 3% | 6,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 3% | 60,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 3% | 47,796 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 3% | 19,950 | — | — |
| Tires | 5 | 3% | 30,500 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 2% | 54,560 | — | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 2% | 30,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 2% | 47,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2% | 128,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 2% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1% | 57,077 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 1% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 2 | 1% | 8,950 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 2 | 1% | 33,450 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 1% | 20,500 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 1% | 165,250 | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 38 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | 17,685 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Honda Odyssey recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners October 6, 2014 when the remedy became available. Any vehicles that are currently leaking from the fuel pump cover will get a replacement, original cover. All vehicles, including those receiving the interim repair, will get an improved cover when they are available. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. The recall numbers associated with this campaign are JD9 (inspection and/or preliminary part replacement) and JE0 (final parts replacement).
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments; structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support device/strut
Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 odyssey vehicles, the gas-filled struts that help to raise and support the liftgate of vehicles equipped with a power liftgate system may be prone to early life failures due to a manufacturing flaw. The flaw can result in a leak of the pressurized gas, leading to reduced strut performance.
Risk: Struts with diminished performance can lead to unexpected closure, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both power liftgate gas struts free of charge. The safety recall began on march 12, 2012. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Parking brake:driveline:hydraulic:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Honda is recalling 421 my 2009 odyssey vehicles. During assembly, incorrect front brake hoses were installed. The brake hose can contact the caliper bolt and over time a hole may develop which will allow brake fluid to leak. This would eventually result in reduced brake system performance.
Risk: Drivers would not be aware of brake system failure and braking capability would not be possible, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect both front brake hoses and replace with the correct brake hoses free of charge. The recall began on february 12, 2009. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Stabilus Rear Liftgate Struts Failing (EQ12010) — opened Sep 28, 2012, closed Dec 31, 2012.
- Unexpected Closing of Power Liftgate (PE11034) — opened Sep 23, 2011, closed Feb 29, 2012, led to recall 12V062000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Honda installed a VCM (Variable Cylinder Management) in this engine which shuts down the back three cylinders to save fuel when the car warms up. Youâll know when it kicks in when you see ECO on your dash. When the cylinders shut down it starts an abnormal wear and tear on those cylinders. High…
Passenger side slider wonât shut, Driverâs side slider wonât latch. Driver side door suddenly opens when driving!!!! Honda dealer Tech found worn bushing on passenger side center rollers, faulty, driver side, sliding door rear latch, passenger side, outer handle cable popped out. Check…
White paint is peeling, chipping and of inferior quality to a black Chevy Trailblazer I own that is 8 years older.
The contact owns a 2009 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while underneath the vehicle, he became aware that there was severe rust on the muffler. The contact stated that there were flakes on the ground. The contact touched the muffler and put a hole in the plate. The manufacturer and dealer were…
Windshield wipers and also the key fob and the sliding doors as well as the blinkers do not work all at the same time first time itâs ever happened. It was December 8, 2023 and now it happened again in January 29 of 2024 and the issue still persisted when I look this issue up this has been an…
Other Honda Odyssey years
← 2008 Odyssey · 2010 Odyssey →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Odyssey | 48 | 2 |
| 2025 Odyssey | 417 | 2 |
| 2024 Odyssey | 117 | 3 |
| 2023 Odyssey | 102 | 5 |
| 2022 Odyssey | 138 | 9 |
| 2021 Odyssey | 146 | 8 |
| 2020 Odyssey | 481 | 14 |
| 2019 Odyssey | 984 | 20 |
| 2018 Odyssey | 1,000 | 16 |
| 2017 Odyssey | 39 | 2 |
| 2016 Odyssey | 270 | 6 |
| 2015 Odyssey | 206 | 6 |
| 2014 Odyssey | 310 | 5 |
| 2013 Odyssey | 210 | 6 |
| 2012 Odyssey | 245 | 5 |
| 2011 Odyssey | 235 | 5 |
| 2010 Odyssey | 255 | 1 |
| 2009 | 198 | 3 |
| 2008 Odyssey | 499 | 4 |
| 2007 Odyssey | 830 | 4 |
| 2006 Odyssey | 703 | 3 |
| 2005 Odyssey | 830 | 8 |
| 2004 Odyssey | 585 | 13 |
| 2003 Odyssey | 914 | 15 |
| 2002 Odyssey | 960 | 10 |
| 2001 Odyssey | 619 | 1 |
| 2000 Odyssey | 675 | 6 |
| 1999 Odyssey | 518 | 9 |
| 1998 Odyssey | 73 | 3 |
| 1997 Odyssey | 20 | 2 |
| 1996 Odyssey | 70 | 0 |
| 1995 Odyssey | 96 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Honda Odyssey?
Owners most often report structure, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 63 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Honda Odyssey?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Honda Odyssey a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Odyssey model years, the 2009 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.