NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Honda Odyssey Safety Ratings
The 2026 Honda Odyssey scores 94 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 2 recalls, and 12 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
For 2026, the Honda Odyssey achieves an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 94/100, underpinned by an overall rating from NHTSA. Its strong crash protection is complemented by all three crash-avoidance technologies, which NHTSA rates as Standard on this minivan.
The 2026 Honda Odyssey holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 94/100 and an NHTSA five-star overall crash-test rating, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 72 Sedans from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Honda Odyssey ranks 24 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 | 94 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 13.6% |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 12 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 24 of 72 Sedans tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Honda Odyssey?
The 2026 Honda Odyssey marks a two-point gain in the NHTSA Safety Index, rising from 92/100 in 2025 to 94/100 this year, both within the Exceptional band. The improvement is visible in the index breakdown: crash protection contributes 66 of a possible 70 points, avoidance technology scores a perfect 10/10 with forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all rated Standard, and the defect record component contributes 18 of 20 points. That defect record score reflects the two active recall campaigns. The occupant classification sensor recall is notably broad, spanning multiple Honda and Acura models across several model years, meaning the 2026 Odyssey is one of many vehicles sharing that campaign. The Vantage Mobility wheelchair restraint recall is narrower, affecting only mobility-modified units. Twelve unverified owner complaints are on file, with a concentration around the forward collision avoidance and lane departure systems, the same technologies that score full marks on the avoidance tech component. Shoppers should treat those allegations as early signals worth monitoring rather than confirmed defects.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Honda Odyssey perform in crash tests?
NHTSA awarded the 2026 Honda Odyssey five stars overall, five stars for frontal protection, and five stars for side protection. The rollover rating is four out of five stars, with a 14 percent rollover risk and a dynamic tip test result of No Tip. No crash-test category is unrated.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20893
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Honda Odyssey have any recalls?
Two recalls affect the 2026 Honda Odyssey. The first involves an air bag occupant classification sensor across a broad Honda and Acura lineup. The second, issued by Vantage Mobility LLC, covers wheelchair restraint and securement latch anchors on certain 2021-2026 Odyssey vehicles equipped with mobility modifications. Neither campaign carries a park-outside or do-not-drive directive based on available data.
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
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Honda Odyssey?
NHTSA has logged 12 unverified owner allegations for the 2026 Odyssey. The most frequently reported components are Forward Collision Avoidance with five alleged incidents, followed by Lane Departure and Service Brakes with three each. All complaints are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Honda Odyssey?
Because this is a current-model-year vehicle with two open recall campaigns, any shopper should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before finalizing a purchase and confirm that both remedy completions have been performed or scheduled at an authorized dealer.
- The 2026 Odyssey's Safety Index rose two points over the 2025 model, driven by a near-perfect crash protection score of 66/70 and a perfect avoidance technology score of 10/10.
- Two recall campaigns are active for this model year: one covering an air bag occupant classification sensor shared across a wide Honda and Acura range, and one specific to Vantage Mobility-modified units with wheelchair restraint latch concerns.
- Twelve unverified owner complaints on file include five alleged incidents involving the forward collision avoidance system and three each for lane departure and service brakes, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths among those allegations.
- The rollover rating of four out of five stars, paired with a 14 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic test result, is the only crash-test category that falls below the five-star marks earned in frontal and side protection.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Honda Odyssey places
The 2026 Honda Odyssey qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Honda Odyssey safety questions
Was the 2026 Honda Odyssey crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Honda Odyssey, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Honda Odyssey crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 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 2026 Honda Odyssey have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Honda Odyssey. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Honda Odyssey?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 12 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Honda Odyssey. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Odyssey years
Rivals in Sedan (2026)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Acura Integra | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2026 Acura Integra Type-S | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Honda Accord | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus IS 350 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20893), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Odyssey 2026.
- 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 24 of 72 in the Sedan class for 2026.
- 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.