2013 Honda Odyssey

178 serious complaints of 210, the most about engine (69) and brakes (55); per car on the road, 0.4× this model's usual year. 6 recalls.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2013 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal rattling sound occasionally. The check engine warning light was illuminated.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Nov 2025

“Pulsation/shaking of the steering wheel and brake pedal to the point of feeling like going to lose control of the vehicle when braking at speeds higher than 45 - 55 mph.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the brakes, Sep 2018

Fixes and extended coverage

• Extended coverage The piston rings on certain cylinders may rotate and align which can lead to spark plug fouling. (Service, Jul 2014)
• Extended coverage The exterior paint on the roof and/or tailgate may peel off. American Honda is extending the warranty on the paint of the affected vehicles to 7 years from the original date of purchase with no mileage limit. (A19-055, Jun 2019)
• Extended coverage It is important that your dealership follows the requirements listed in the service bulletins (and below) or your claim may be debited. (AAW08072019, Aug 2019)
• Extended coverage Owner Notification Letter - On some 2013-14 Odyssey and 2013-16 Pilot models, the exterior paint on the roof and tailgate may peel off. To ensure your confidence in your vehicle, American Honda is extending the warranty on the paint in these areas to 7 years from the original date of purchase. (ONL6R308082019, Aug 2019)
• Extended coverage Today, June 1, 2019, American Honda is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2011-14 Odyssey and 2013-16 Pilot vehicles with either Taffeta White or White Diamond Pearl paint to address customer concerns with peeling paint. American Honda is extending the paint warranty coverage from 3… (ABOM06012019, Jun 2019)
• Extended coverage Warranty extension: mil comes on with dtcs p0301 thru p0304 - the piston rings on certain cylinders may rotate and align, which can lead to spark plug fouling. (WE -, Sep 2015)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

210 owner complaints · 6 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 21–22 mpg · NHTSA: 5 of 5 stars · 2013 trims and features