NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Honda Odyssey Safety Ratings
The 2022 Honda Odyssey scores 81 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 9 recalls, and 126 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Honda Odyssey presents a mixed safety profile. While its overall 5-star crash protection and 5-star frontal crash ratings are strong, the vehicle's recall record warrants careful consideration. With nine recall campaigns issued, and a corresponding MotorCaliber defect-record sub-score of 5 out of 20, the Odyssey's defect exposure is significant. These factors contribute to its NHTSA Safety Index of 81 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band overall. Buyers should review the specifics of each recall for this model year.
The 2022 Honda Odyssey holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 81/100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Honda Odyssey ranks 79 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 81 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 13.6% |
| Recalls on file | 9 |
| Owner complaints | 126 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 79 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Honda Odyssey?
The 2022 Honda Odyssey presents a mixed safety profile, primarily defined by an extensive recall history. Nine separate recall campaigns were issued for this model year, contributing to a defect record score of 5 out of a possible 20 points. This factor drives the overall NHTSA Safety Index down to 81/100, a four-point decrease from the 2021 model's 85/100, though both remain within the Strong band. A critical recall issued in 2026 addresses a programming error in the airbag software. This defect can prevent side and side-curtain airbag deployment during a crash, directly compromising occupant protection. Further airbag system complexities arise from two distinct recall campaigns concerning the occupant classification sensors. Despite these significant recall issues, the Odyssey demonstrates robust crash protection, earning 66 out of 70 points in this category. The vehicle's avoidance technology also scores perfectly, with 10 out of 10 points awarded; standard features include forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. For a vehicle now in its fourth year on the used market, the 2022 Odyssey's safety assessment is marked by high crash-test performance alongside a substantial list of defect-related recalls.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Honda Odyssey perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Honda Odyssey achieves NHTSA's top overall safety rating, earning 5 out of 5 stars. This performance is consistent across both frontal and side impact crash tests, where the Odyssey also received 5-star scores. The vehicle's rollover rating stands at 4 out of 5 stars, with a 14 percent rollover risk determined by NHTSA's assessment, and a dynamic tip-test result of "No Tip."
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15923
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?
Nine recall campaigns cover this model year. The most safety-critical involve air bags: one addresses a software error that can disable side and side-curtain air bags in 2018-2022 Odyssey vehicles, and two separate campaigns target front-passenger occupant classification sensor faults affecting air bag deployment. A fifth recall covers a broad fuel-pump concern spanning multiple Honda models. An adaptive-mobility wheelchair securement latch recall also applies to certain equipped units. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the provided data, but owners should verify all five campaigns by VIN.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000
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) involve
Reported 2026-05-21
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE26V227000
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
Reported 2026-04-09
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:25V877000
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.
Reported 2025-12-17
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER24V064000
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.
Reported 2024-02-01
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP23V858000
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.
Reported 2023-12-18
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION23V431000
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.
Reported 2023-06-15
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR23V174000
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.
Reported 2023-03-16
TIRES:SIDEWALL21V768000
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.
Reported 2021-09-29
SEATS21V432000
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.
Reported 2021-06-07
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Honda Odyssey?
NHTSA has logged 126 unverified consumer complaints against the 2022 Odyssey. Alleged issues center on the Electrical System (33 reports) and Forward Collision Avoidance (27 reports), followed by unspecified concerns (17), Engine (15), Power Train (14), and Air Bags (10). These are unverified allegations, not established defects.
126 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Honda Odyssey?
Nine recall campaigns are on record for the 2022 Honda Odyssey, a significant figure for a vehicle in this model year. Among these are open issues pertaining to air-bag software and sensors. For any prospective owner, verifying that all recall remedies have been completed by a Honda dealer is the most crucial safety measure.
- A 2026-issued recall specifically covering 2018-2022 Odyssey vehicles addresses an air-bag control module software error that can prevent side and side-curtain air bags from deploying in a crash, making VIN verification of remedy completion critical for this model year.
- The 2022 Odyssey's Safety Index fell four points year-over-year from the 2021 model's 85/100 to 81/100, with the defect record sub-score of 5/20 as the primary drag on an otherwise strong crash-protection score of 66/70.
- Forward Collision Avoidance is the second most-reported complaint category with 27 unverified allegations, a notable figure given that the system is standard equipment and a contributor to the perfect 10/10 avoidance-tech sub-score.
- A Vantage Mobility wheelchair securement latch recall applies to certain 2021-2026 Odyssey units equipped with adaptive mobility equipment, a campaign unique to this body-style configuration that used buyers should confirm has been addressed.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Honda Odyssey places
The 2022 Honda Odyssey qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Honda Odyssey safety questions
Was the 2022 Honda Odyssey crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Honda Odyssey, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 81 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Honda Odyssey crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Honda Odyssey earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 13.6%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Honda Odyssey have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 9 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Honda Odyssey. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Honda Odyssey?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 126 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Honda Odyssey. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 15923), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Odyssey 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 79 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.