The verdict
A mixed-report minivan, strong on space and held back by performance.
The 2020 Odyssey is still one of the most practical used family vehicles you can buy. It seats up to eight, the Magic Slide second row makes car-seat juggling easy, it earns 5 stars from NHTSA, and no minivan of its era drives better. The costs show up at the pump and in the details: 22 MPG combined, front-wheel drive only, Honda's bare-minimum warranty, and a touch-only infotainment screen that the 2021 refresh fixed. Skip the base LX, which goes without Honda Sensing, blind-spot monitoring and CarPlay. An EX or EX-L is the one to buy.
Jump to scoresStrengths
- Built around kids and car seats
- Room for eight, with real legroom
- Cavernous, flexible cargo space
What holds it back
- Thirsty with no hybrid option
- Front-wheel drive only, one powertrain
- Bare-minimum warranty and no free maintenance
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10 scored model years · 2017–2026
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| Year | Performance | Efficiency | Safety | Space | Cost | Reliability | Tech | Use-case | Driving | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 38 | 44 | 74 | 80 | 47 | 75 | 59 | 68 | 71 | 67 |
| 2025 | 38 | 41 | 75 | 73 | 53 | 71 | 56 | 67 | 68 | 68 |
| 2024 | 37 | 42 | 77 | 78 | 57 | 73 | 50 | 67 | 67 | 68 |
| 2023 | 37 | 42 | 80 | 76 | 57 | 73 | 50 | 67 | 67 | 65 |
| 2022 | 37 | 42 | 78 | 75 | 57 | 73 | 49 | 67 | 67 | 61 |
| 2021 | 37 | 42 | 78 | 75 | 57 | 69 | 47 | 67 | 67 | 64 |
| 2020 | 37 | 42 | 72 | 75 | 58 | 68 | 46 | 66 | 66 | 66 |
| 2019 | 36 | 42 | 72 | 75 | 58 | 64 | 46 | 66 | 66 | 68 |
| 2018 | 37 | 42 | 72 | 75 | 60 | 61 | 45 | 65 | 66 | 68 |
| 2017 | 33 | 44 | 46 | 74 | 60 | 73 | 29 | 63 | 70 | 59 |
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Academic Probation · NHTSA safety recalls
Jul 1, 2026Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraWater may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image to fail to display when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image to fail to display when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is HOX. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 20V438. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 9, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V423000 ↗Manufacturer no. HOX325,588 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Aug 24, 2026Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYMay 21, 2026Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passengerThe front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V332000 ↗Manufacturer no. Refer to Comments98,892 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jul 6, 2026Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYApr 9, 2026Air bags: air bag/restraint control module: softwareA software programming error can cause the side and side curtain air bags to deploy unexpectedly.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Odyssey vehicles. A software programming error can cause the side and side curtain air bags to deploy unexpectedly.
Risk
Air bags that deploy unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the supplemental restraint system (SRS) electronic control unit (ECU) software or replace the ECU, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is UNW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 16, 2026. The information in your report suggests that Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
NHTSA campaign 26V227000 ↗Manufacturer no. UNW440,830 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified May 26, 2026Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYFeb 1, 2024Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passengerThe front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Risk
An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
NHTSA campaign 24V064000 ↗Manufacturer no. XHP, VHQ750,114 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 28, 2024Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYDec 18, 2023Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpThe fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
NHTSA campaign 23V858000 ↗Manufacturer no. KGC, KGD2,490,460 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 29, 2024Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYJun 15, 2023Back over prevention: display functionDue to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the MOST cable harness and install a straightening cover over the vehicle cable connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EEL, ZEM, and SFC.
NHTSA campaign 23V431000 ↗Manufacturer no. EEL, ZEM, SFC1,209,673 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jul 24, 2023Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYMar 16, 2023Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices: exteriorThe heating pads behind both side-view mirrors may not be bonded properly, allowing the mirror glass to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2020-2022 Passport and Odyssey vehicles. The heating pads behind both side-view mirrors may not be bonded properly, allowing the mirror glass to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both left and right side-view mirrors, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is FE5.
NHTSA campaign 23V174000 ↗Manufacturer no. FE5339,404 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 17, 2024Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYMar 9, 2023Seat belts: front: buckle assemblyA manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
Risk
An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
NHTSA campaign 23V158000 ↗Manufacturer no. NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD448,613 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Apr 18, 2023Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYJan 14, 2021Fuel system, gasoline: storageThe fuel tank assembly installed by Braun may be susceptible to the fuel tank overfilling into the charcoal canister. If the charcoal canister fills with a sufficient amount of fuel, fuel may leak out.
Defect
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Braun-modified Honda Odyssey vehicles. The fuel tank assembly installed by Braun may be susceptible to the fuel tank overfilling into the charcoal canister. If the charcoal canister fills with a sufficient amount of fuel, fuel may leak out.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
Braun will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles. If evidence of a fuel leak is present, a new fuel tank assembly and a new Honda charcoal canister will be installed, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
NHTSA campaign 21V010000 ↗Manufacturer no. N/A1,258 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Feb 22, 2021Filed by Braun CorporationFiled as ODYSSEYJul 28, 2020Back over prevention: sensing system: camera · Electrical system: softwareIncorrect central network software programming may cause several errors to occur that can delay or prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pilot, 2019-2020 Odyssey and 2019-2020 Passport vehicles. Incorrect central network software programming may cause several errors to occur that can delay or prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk
A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners that updated software is available. Owners have the option to either follow the mailed instructions to download and update the software for free, or visit a dealer to have the software update performed, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is Y7Y.
NHTSA campaign 20V440000 ↗Manufacturer no. Y7Y499,344 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 23, 2020Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYJul 28, 2020Back over prevention: sensing system: camera · Electrical system: softwareIncorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. Additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. Additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk
Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T89.
NHTSA campaign 20V439000 ↗Manufacturer no. T89607,786 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 23, 2020Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYJul 28, 2020Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraWater may get into the rearview camera mounting holes and enter the camera lens and cause a distorted image, or no image at all. Additionally, if the rearview camera view mode is set to top-down view, or switched from that view to another mode in a bright environment, the image may not display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Defect
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Odyssey vehicles. Water may get into the rearview camera mounting holes and enter the camera lens and cause a distorted image, or no image at all. Additionally, if the rearview camera view mode is set to top-down view, or switched from that view to another mode in a bright environment, the image may not display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk
A distorted or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is W83.
NHTSA campaign 20V438000 ↗Manufacturer no. W83212,070 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 23, 2020Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYJul 28, 2020Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latchWater may enter the outer door handle cables for the sliding doors. If this occurs, the outer door handle cables may freeze in cold temperatures, preventing the front and rear sliding door latches from securely latching.
Defect
Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. Water may enter the outer door handle cables for the sliding doors. If this occurs, the outer door handle cables may freeze in cold temperatures, preventing the front and rear sliding door latches from securely latching.
Risk
A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power sliding door outer handle cables, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is A88.
NHTSA campaign 20V437000 ↗Manufacturer no. A88324,196 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 23, 2020Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYFeb 6, 2020Electrical system: wiringThe wire harness for the third row seat accessory power outlet may get pinched between the unibody and rear trim panel, possibly damaging the wires and causing an electrical short.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. The wire harness for the third row seat accessory power outlet may get pinched between the unibody and rear trim panel, possibly damaging the wires and causing an electrical short.
Risk
An intermittent electrical short could overheat the wire harness, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row seat accessory power outlet wire harness for damage, replacing it as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and re-route the harness. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T6U.
NHTSA campaign 20V066000 ↗Manufacturer no. T6U241,339 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 16, 2020Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEY
14 recalls on other model years of the Odyssey (2017–2019, 2021–2026)
Dec 17, 2025Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair restraints/securement: latch/anchorThe retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Defect
Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters was mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
NHTSA campaign 25V877000 ↗1,019 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 27, 2026Filed by Vantage MobilityFiled as ODYSSEYFeb 15, 2024SteeringThe steering gear box assembly may not have been tightened properly, allowing water to enter the assembly and cause corrosion and binding gears.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Odyssey and 2024 Acura RDX vehicles. The steering gear box assembly may not have been tightened properly, allowing water to enter the assembly and cause corrosion and binding gears.
Risk
Corroded and binding steering gears can result in a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are LHU and FHT.
NHTSA campaign 24V114000 ↗Manufacturer no. LHU, FHT186 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Apr 4, 2024Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYNov 13, 2023Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanicalDue to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.
Risk
A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 28, 2024. 2016-2017 Acura MDX owner letters were mailed November 1, 2024. 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed in mid-December 2024. Honda began mailing owner notification letters as of March 18, 2024. 2015-2016 Acura owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-December 2024, 2018 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed the end of March/early April 2024, 2019 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-May 2024, 2020 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-June 2024, and 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed January 27, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XG1 and GG0.
NHTSA campaign 23V751000 ↗Manufacturer no. XG1, GG0248,999 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 28, 2024Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYSep 29, 2021Tires: sidewallThe affected vehicles may have a tire that contains a pinhole, causing a slow air leak. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 Odyssey vehicles equipped with Bridgestone tires. The affected vehicles may have a tire that contains a pinhole, causing a slow air leak. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
Risk
A slow air leak can affect tire performance, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect all four tires and replace the tire if a pinhole is found, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 24, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is HBL.
NHTSA campaign 21V768000 ↗Manufacturer no. HBL181 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Nov 24, 2021Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYJun 7, 2021SeatsThe second-row outboard seats may have deformed seat rail locking mechanisms, which could prevent the seat rails from locking into place.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 Odyssey vehicles. The second-row outboard seats may have deformed seat rail locking mechanisms, which could prevent the seat rails from locking into place.
Risk
A seat that is not locked into place can move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both second-row outboard seat frames, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YBE.
NHTSA campaign 21V432000 ↗Manufacturer no. YBE649 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Aug 4, 2021Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYMar 25, 2021Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpThe low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
NHTSA campaign 21V215000 ↗Manufacturer no. Multiple Codes624,552 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified May 18, 2021Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYApr 12, 2019Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery · Power train: automatic transmissionLoose battery terminal connections or a degraded battery may cause the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) to unexpectedly reboot. Upon rebooting, the TCU may shift the transmission to the "Park" position, possibly damaging the parking rod.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Loose battery terminal connections or a degraded battery may cause the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) to unexpectedly reboot. Upon rebooting, the TCU may shift the transmission to the "Park" position, possibly damaging the parking rod.
Risk
A damaged parking rod can allow the vehicle to roll when parked, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will ensure the battery terminal connections are secure and will update the TCU software, free of charge. Additionally, the parking rod effectiveness will be checked. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Z4J, Y4K.
NHTSA campaign 19V299000 ↗Manufacturer no. Z4J, Y4K50,504 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified May 31, 2019Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYApr 12, 2019Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleysThe timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
Risk
Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall began June 7, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.
NHTSA campaign 19V298000 ↗Manufacturer no. L4M, Z4L93,946 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jun 7, 2019Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYMar 20, 2019Service brakes, air: antilock: wheel speed sensorThe rear wheel speed sensor harnesses may have been routed to the incorrect rear wheels, resulting in the possibility that the anti-lock brake system will not recognize each rear wheel speed properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake System" and 404, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Defect
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Honda Odyessy vehicles modified to be equipped with an in-floor wheelchair ramp conversion. The rear wheel speed sensor harnesses may have been routed to the incorrect rear wheels, resulting in the possibility that the anti-lock brake system will not recognize each rear wheel speed properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake System" and 404, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk
If the rear wheel speeds cannot be correctly monitored, the anti-lock brake system may not engage properly to prevent the wheels from locking up, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Braun has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the rear wheel speed sensor harnesses, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
NHTSA campaign 19V213000 ↗404 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Apr 4, 2019Filed by Braun CorporationFiled as ODYSSEYNov 9, 2018Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latchThe latch assemblies for the power sliding doors may stick and not properly latch to the door strikers.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2018 and 2019 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The latch assemblies for the power sliding doors may stick and not properly latch to the door strikers.
Risk
If the power sliding doors fails to latch, the doors may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right power sliding door rear latch assemblies, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Z33 and O36.
NHTSA campaign 18V795000 ↗Manufacturer no. Z33, O36107,774 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 3, 2019Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYNov 1, 2018Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperThe rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.
NHTSA campaign 18V777000 ↗Manufacturer no. C31, L3064,785 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Dec 11, 2018Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYSep 27, 2018Air bags · Air bags: air bag/restraint control module · Seat belts: pretensionerThe Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit may have a manufacturing error, possibly resulting in the air bags or seatbelt pretensioners not deploying in the event of a crash.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Honda Insight, Odyssey, and Ridgeline vehicles. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit may have a manufacturing error, possibly resulting in the air bags or seatbelt pretensioners not deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk
In the event of a crash, if the air bags or seatbelt pretensioners do not function as intended, there would be an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the SRS unit, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are B2R, C2P, and Z2Q.
NHTSA campaign 18V664000 ↗Manufacturer no. B2R, C2P, Z2Q118 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Nov 8, 2018Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYNov 17, 2017Seats: mid/rear assemblyThe 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.
Defect
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.
Risk
If the seat tips forward during braking, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is S0G.
NHTSA campaign 17V725000 ↗Manufacturer no. P0Q806,936 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Apr 2, 2018Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEYJun 23, 2017Seat beltsThe seat belt tongue for the third row center seating position may not be compatible with the latch, preventing the seat belt from latching securely. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The seat belt tongue for the third row center seating position may not be compatible with the latch, preventing the seat belt from latching securely. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
If in the event of a crash, the seat belt cannot restrain the occupant they have an increased risk of being injured.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row center seat belt to make sure that it has the correct tongue, replacing the seat belt, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KF7.
NHTSA campaign 17V397000 ↗Manufacturer no. KF73,927 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jul 31, 2017Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Filed as ODYSSEY
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall database, model years 2017–2026. Recalls are listed by model year as the manufacturer filed them; whether a specific car is affected depends on its VIN — check a VIN at nhtsa.gov ↗. NHTSA model names matched to this page: ODYSSEY.
Detailed scoring by subject
1Performance & PowertrainThe Odyssey's lowest-graded category.0.43F
The 2020 Odyssey is the third model year of the fifth generation (2018–), before the 2021 refresh. The 3.5L direct-injected V6 is the only engine on every trim (LX, EX, EX-L, Touring, Elite).
This is the peak torque of the standard and only powertrain. The naturally aspirated V6 makes it high in the rev range.
2020 is the year the 10-speed became standard on every trim, so the volume EX/EX-L now shares the drivetrain of the tested 10-speed Touring and Elite. Instrumented results run from 6.4 s to 7.6 s, and the MotorWeek median of 7.2 s is used. That is quick for a minivan.
The V6 is smooth, linear and eager with no turbo lag, and it is among the strongest-feeling engines in the class. Variable Cylinder Management and idle stop are occasionally noticeable.
For 2020, Honda made its 10-speed automatic (shift-by-wire, paddles) standard on all trims and retired the 9-speed that LX/EX/EX-L used in 2018–2019, which reviewers had criticised as the less polished unit. Shifts are generally smooth and quick, with occasional part-throttle hunting among the tall upper gears.
Honda rates every 2020 Odyssey trim at 3,500 lbs when it has the accessory towing package. That is par for the minivan class.
Every 2020 trim is front-wheel drive only, with no AWD at any price, while the 2020 Sienna offered AWD.
This is a pavement-focused family van, with low ground clearance, FWD only, and no skid plates, terrain modes or off-road trim. Gravel roads are about the limit.
The whole range has one powertrain (3.5L V6, 10-speed, FWD) and no hybrid or plug-in option, while the 2020 Pacifica offered a PHEV.
2Efficiency & RangeOne of the Odyssey's weakest categories.0.76F
Because the 10-speed is standard from 2020, there is a single EPA configuration for the year. With no hybrid assist, it sits at the thirsty end of the minivan class.
It is weak in stop-and-go driving even with idle stop and cylinder deactivation, because there is no hybrid system to recover energy.
Tall 10-speed gearing and VCM keep the highway figure competitive for a V6 minivan.
This is total range on the 19.5-gallon tank at the EPA combined rating, roughly mid-pack for the class.
Regular fuel helps, but at 22 MPG combined the EPA annual estimate is among the highest in the minivan class.
Every trim runs on regular unleaded, with nothing to charge. Honda recommends premium only when towing.
3SafetyOne of the Odyssey's strongest categories.2.90B-
NHTSA gives the 2020 Odyssey 5 stars overall, with 5-star frontal and side ratings and a 4-star rollover rating.
The 2020 Odyssey earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick (not TSP+), with Good ratings in every crashworthiness test, including both small-overlap sides and the updated side test. The award applied only with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights, because headlight ratings on lower trims were weak.
For 2020, Honda Sensing (Collision Mitigation Braking, ACC with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist, Road Departure Mitigation) and Blind Spot Information with Cross Traffic Monitor are standard only from the EX up. The base LX gets none of it. The volume EX/EX-L trims are well equipped, but key systems are missing on the entry trim. Honda made Honda Sensing standard on every trim with the MY2021 refresh.
IIHS rates the Collision Mitigation Braking System Superior for vehicle-to-vehicle avoidance. No pedestrian AEB rating was published for the 2020 model year, and the system is optional rather than standard.
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Monitor are standard on EX and above, which covers most sales, but they are absent on the LX. Both only alert, with no active intervention and no safe-exit warning.
The volume trims get LKAS and Road Departure Mitigation as part of Honda Sensing, and they work on well-marked highways. This pre-refresh tuning wanders and disengages more readily than later Honda systems, and the LX has no lane assistance at all.
Adaptive cruise with Low-Speed Follow (stop-and-go) comes with Honda Sensing on EX and above and is smooth in traffic. It is absent on the LX, and there is no integrated highway-assist mode.
No 2020 Odyssey trim offers hands-free driving, and every assist function requires hands on the wheel.
IIHS rates the halogen projectors on the volume EX/EX-L trims Marginal and the LX's Poor. Only the Touring/Elite LED reflectors reach Acceptable, and no trim achieves Good.
A tall greenhouse, low beltline and large side glass give excellent minivan sightlines. A multi-angle rearview camera is standard, but no 360-degree camera is available.
IIHS rates the LATCH hardware Good+, with four rear seating positions fully equipped plus one tether-only position. Wide power sliding doors and Magic Slide second-row seats (EX and above) make multiple car-seat installs easy.
4Space & ComfortThe Odyssey's best-graded category.3.10B
The volume EX/EX-L seat eight through the Magic Slide second row with its removable multi-function center seat. Only the base LX is a 7-seater.
The volume EX-L has a standard moonroof, which cuts front headroom to 38.7 in. The LX and EX get the full 40.7 in.
Front legroom is adequate but sits at the short end of the minivan band.
Second-row headroom is generous even with the moonroof fitted to the EX-L and above.
Second-row legroom matches the front row and sits near the top of the minivan band. Magic Slide (EX and up) adds fore-aft and lateral adjustment.
This third row genuinely fits adults, with 38.1 in of legroom and 38.3 in of headroom. Magic Slide walk-in access is standard from the EX up. Hip room of 48.4 in makes three adults across a squeeze, and the LX lacks Magic Slide.
With the third row folded into its well, the space behind the second row is large. That is competitive for a minivan, but not class-leading.
Removing the second-row seats opens a cavernous load floor. The 140.7 cu ft SAE figure is measured without that floor-space allowance.
Clever storage throughout: the Magic Slide second row (side-to-side slide, removable seats), a multi-function center seat, a one-motion fold-into-floor third row, a deep cargo well and plentiful bins. HondaVAC and the 110V outlet are Touring/Elite-only, and the LX misses Magic Slide.
The seats are supportive in all three rows. The volume trims get a 12-way power driver's seat with 4-way lumbar, and memory from the EX-L. The pre-2021 second-row seats were criticized as thinly padded, and the 2021 refresh added cushioning.
The ride is smooth and well controlled, with little body motion, on 18-inch wheels for every trim but the Elite. Sharp impacts still come through with a firm edge.
Active Noise Cancellation is standard, and an acoustic windshield is fitted from the EX-L. Only the Elite adds acoustic door glass. Road noise on coarse surfaces keeps it mid-pack.
From the EX, tri-zone automatic climate with humidity control, heated front seats and a second-row sunshade are standard. Ventilated seats and a heated steering wheel are Elite-only, there are no heated rear seats, and the LX gets single-zone climate with unheated seats.
5Cost of OwnershipMid-pack among this car's ten categories.1.90C-
2020 is the third model year of the fifth generation (MY2018 launch) and the last before the MY2021 refresh. For its 25th anniversary, Honda made the 10-speed automatic and idle-stop standard on every trim; the LX remained the entry trim.
The EX-L (leather, power tailgate, moonroof, 8-inch Display Audio) is the volume trim. 2020 was sold before the chip shortage, so transaction prices typically ran below sticker.
The 3.5L V6 is cheap to service, but the 2020 predates Honda Service Pass, so owners pay for all scheduled maintenance. The new-for-2020 10-speed automatic on lower trims drew some shift-quality complaints and software updates, so the estimate is set slightly above the 2022 figure.
The 2020 Odyssey's 5-year window ran through the inflated 2021–2023 used market, which held residuals up. The Odyssey is the minivan resale leader, per iSeeCars.
Honda's new-vehicle limited warranty sits at the industry floor. That matches Toyota, Chrysler and Dodge, and trails Kia's 5-year coverage on the Sedona.
The 5 yr / 60,000 mi powertrain coverage is the industry floor. Kia's 10 yr / 100,000 mi on the 2020 Sedona is the segment benchmark.
The 2020 Odyssey came with no complimentary scheduled maintenance; Honda Service Pass started with MY2023. Owners got roadside assistance for the 3/36 warranty term, while Toyota included ToyotaCare (2 yr / 25,000 mi) on the 2020 Sienna.
$39,055 volume-trim price minus its estimated resale value after 5 years (57% retained, or about $22,261) leaves about $16,794 in depreciation. Add the projected $4,700 in 5-year maintenance and repairs, and owning this vehicle for 5 years costs about $21,494 in total.
6Reliability & QualityOne of the Odyssey's strongest categories.2.59C+
The 2020 is the last pre-refresh fifth-generation Odyssey. Both J.D. Power and Consumer Reports rate it only average, and CR owners report transmission, suspension and in-car electronics problems. That puts it mid-band: ahead of the Pacifica and Voyager, well behind the Sienna, and below the 2022, which was the one fifth-gen year to earn an above-average CR score.
Over this period Honda ranked among the top mainstream brands in Consumer Reports' brand reliability rankings and sat above the industry average in J.D. Power VDS. It trails Toyota and Lexus, which puts it at the top of the mid-pack band.
MY2020 is covered by 14 NHTSA campaigns, a heavier record than later fifth-gen years. Several are safety-relevant: water freezing in the sliding-door handle cables so a door may open while driving, a front seat-belt buckle defect, the airbag-control software error that can deploy the side and curtain airbags unexpectedly, the broad fuel pump recall, and a third-row power-outlet harness pinch. On top of those come repeated rear-camera water-intrusion and software campaigns. The volume and the recurring water-sealing pattern drop it into the low band.
From 2020 every trim uses the 3.5L J35 V6 with the 10-speed automatic, replacing the 9-speed that 2018–2019 lower trims carried. The J35 has a long high-mileage record. The 10-speed was in its first year across the lineup, and CR owners reported some transmission complaints, which holds this below the later model years.
This is the pre-refresh cabin. It is practical and solidly assembled, with soft-touch upper surfaces on EX-L and above, but has more hard plastic in lower zones and a dated 8-inch display. That is competitive for the class without leading it.
Assembly is generally solid. However, repeated recalls for water getting into the rear camera mounts and the sliding-door handle cables point to sealing lapses in early fifth-gen production, and Consumer Reports owners cite electronics and build complaints.
Honda has one of the densest US dealer networks, about 1,000 dealers, with generally strong service satisfaction.
The J35 V6 and platform components are shared with the Pilot, Passport and Ridgeline, so parts are plentiful and the aftermarket is deep. Typical repair costs sit below the minivan average.
7Technology & InfotainmentOne of the Odyssey's weakest categories.1.03D
The volume EX/EX-L use an 8-inch Display Audio touchscreen, and no larger center screen is offered on any trim. The 10.2-inch rear entertainment screen (EX-L Navi/RES and up) is not a center display.
The pre-refresh Display Audio has no physical volume or tuning knob, relies on touch-sensitive controls and is sluggish to respond. The 2021 refresh added a volume knob and hard shortcut buttons to address exactly these complaints.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard from the EX up, but they are wired only. The base LX lacks them entirely, and wireless projection did not arrive until 2025.
Built-in satellite navigation with voice recognition is limited to the EX-L Navi/RES, Touring and Elite, so most owners rely on phone projection and Siri or Google voice.
The 160-watt, 7-speaker system with a subwoofer (LX–Touring) is adequate. The unbranded 550-watt, 11-speaker premium system is Elite-only.
This is a partial-digital cluster: a configurable 7-inch TFT driver information interface with an analog-style tachometer. A fully redesigned digital display arrived only with the 2025 refresh.
There is no feature-adding over-the-air program. Head-unit and map updates require a dealer visit or a USB stick.
HondaLink connected services (remote lock, locate, remote start by app, hotspot) are limited to the Touring and Elite. The volume EX/EX-L get only the CabinControl app for rear audio/climate. There is no digital key.
Ports are USB-A only. The volume EX-L gets three 2.5-amp ports (one front, two in row two), but the EX has a single front port. The 110V outlet and HDMI start at EX-L Navi/RES, and the wireless charger is Elite-only.
From the EX, Smart Entry with Walk-Away Auto Lock, key-fob remote start and power sliding doors are standard. The power tailgate starts at the EX-L, with hands-free access on Touring/Elite. There is no phone-as-key, and the LX lacks all of this.
A multi-angle rear camera with dynamic guidelines (EX and up) and blind-spot cross-traffic monitoring help when reversing. Front and rear parking sensors are Touring/Elite-only, and no surround-view camera is offered.
No 2020 Odyssey trim offers a head-up display.
8Use-Case FitMid-pack among this car's ten categories.2.49C+
This is the segment benchmark for family logistics. The Magic Slide second row (EX and up) slides side to side for three car seats across or a walk-through aisle, IIHS rates the LATCH hardware Good+, and power sliding doors are standard from the EX. The base LX lacks both Magic Slide and power doors.
It earns 5 stars overall from NHTSA and a 2020 IIHS Top Safety Pick with Good ratings in every crash test. Honda Sensing and blind-spot monitoring are standard from the EX, but the LX goes without them. The halogen headlights on the volume trims rate only Marginal.
The second and third rows are roomy, and the EX and up get tri-zone climate and second-row sunshades, with a 32.8 cu ft well behind row three. Rear entertainment, CabinTalk and the 110V outlet start at the EX-L Navi/RES. The volume trims are thin on rear USB ports.
The smooth V6, the 10-speed (standard on every trim for 2020), ACC with Low-Speed Follow (EX and up) and excellent outward visibility make traffic easy. It is still a 203-inch van, and the touch-only head unit is an annoyance.
The gas V6 returns 19/28/22 MPG, typical for a gas minivan of 2020 but well behind the Pacifica Hybrid. It runs on regular fuel, and maintenance costs are average.
This is a long van with a 39.6-ft turning diameter. Visibility is excellent and a multi-angle rear camera is standard, but parking sensors are Touring/Elite-only and no 360-degree camera is offered.
A 3,500-lb tow rating (with the accessory towing package) and up to 155.8–158 cu ft of cargo with the second row removed make it a capable light hauler. It is FWD-only and has no work-oriented trim.
The 3.5L V6 is proven Honda hardware. The 10-speed is new across the lineup for 2020 and transmission is a Consumer Reports owner-reported trouble area. There is no fleet or cargo variant.
Removable second-row seats open a big flat floor. But the 110V outlet is upper-trim only, there is no upfit ecosystem, and the interiors are cloth or leather rather than washable.
The cabin is spacious and comfortable, with Active Noise Cancellation, and ACC/LKAS come standard from the EX. Range is about 430 miles (19.5 gal at 22 MPG). It has no highway-assist mode beyond ACC plus lane keeping, and the LX lacks Honda Sensing.
It is FWD-only, with low ground clearance and no terrain modes. It can tow 3,500 lb of toys and swallow camping gear, but it is pavement-bound next to the AWD Sienna of the same year.
Its flexibility leads the class: 32.8–38.6 cu ft behind the third row, a one-motion Magic Seat that folds into the floor, and removable second-row seats for up to 155.7–158 cu ft.
9Driving ExperienceMid-pack among this car's ten categories.2.44C+
It is widely rated the sharpest-handling minivan of its era, with little body lean and good composure through turns for a 4,500-lb van. It is still clearly a family hauler.
The steering is precise and well weighted for the class, but it is filtered and gives little road feedback.
Stopping distances are average for a minivan, but Consumer Reports found the brakes heat, shudder and fade sooner than expected on long descents, and owners report early squeal.
The 280-hp V6 is strong and smooth. The 10-speed, now standard on every trim for 2020, shifts cleanly but sometimes hunts, and the Idle Stop restart is slightly abrupt.
The V6 is quiet at cruise and sounds pleasant under load, helped by Active Noise Cancellation and active engine mounts.
This is a typical, fairly wide minivan turning circle.
The driving position is commanding and adjustable, with a 12-way power seat from the EX and excellent sightlines. The push-button shift-by-wire takes acclimation, and the knobless, touch-sensitive head unit makes simple adjustments fiddly.
It is as engaging as a minivan gets, with a willing V6 and a responsive chassis. It remains a pleasant appliance rather than a car enthusiasts seek out.
10Value & Market PositionMid-pack among this car's ten categories.2.48C+
The $31,785 LX has the 280-hp V6, the 10-speed automatic (new to the LX for 2020) and tri-zone climate. However, it lacks Honda Sensing, blind-spot monitoring, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and power sliding doors, so most buyers have to step up to the EX. Honda Sensing didn't become standard on every trim until the MY2021 refresh.
The EX at about $35.8K adds Honda Sensing, power doors and Display Audio, which is fair content for the money. Add the strong V6, Magic Slide seats and low depreciation, and the Odyssey is good value next to an aging Sienna and an aging Sedona, though the cheaper Grand Caravan undercut everyone on price.
Six well-spaced trims (LX, EX, EX-L, EX-L Navi/RES, Touring, Elite) span about $32K–$48K. Every van is FWD with the V6, though, while the Sienna offered AWD and the Pacifica offered a PHEV (plus AWD from 2021).
The Odyssey was one of the top-selling minivans, but it slipped behind the Pacifica in calendar 2020 as pandemic disruption hit the shrinking segment. It led the Pacifica and Sienna in 2019.
Honda has a strong reputation with family buyers for reliability, resale value and low-drama ownership, and the Odyssey name has 25 years of minivan credibility. It is not aspirational, but it is very well regarded by its intended shoppers.
The 2020 model year sold before the semiconductor shortage, in a buyer's market, so dealer discounts below MSRP were typical. Pandemic-era subvented financing and lease deals were common in 2020, though Honda's incentives were more modest than Chrysler's or Kia's.
2020 is the third model year of the generation that launched for MY2018. It was the last year before the MY2021 mid-cycle refresh, so it is current but not cutting-edge, and an updated model was imminent.
Reviewers consistently ranked the 2020 Odyssey at or near the top of the minivan class for its driving dynamics, V6 and Magic Slide seating, and it was often the pick over the aging Sienna and Sedona. The Pacifica was its main comparison rival.