NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Honda Odyssey
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Honda Odyssey is a full-size minivan aimed squarely at family haulers who want practicality without sacrificing safety credentials. Covering model years 2019 through 2025, the Odyssey competes in one of the most family-focused segments in the American market. Its broad appeal spans growing families, road-trip regulars, and buyers who prioritize passenger protection above all else.
The 2024 Honda Odyssey earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 3 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Odyssey as one of the most well-rounded minivans on sale, praising its composed driving character, versatile interior, and family-friendly feature set. Most consider it a benchmark in the segment. Safety hardware and crash-test performance are frequently cited as highlights, though some reviewers note that ownership can involve periodic dealer visits to address recall-related issues.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19602
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
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 are expected to be mailed July 6, 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
Reported 2026-05-21
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
STEERING24V114000
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.
Reported 2024-02-15
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
69 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.