Is the 2010 Honda Odyssey a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B7.5/10
The 2010 Honda Odyssey EX is a solid choice if you value space and comfort, but be keen on the potential for transmission issues.
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Pros
- Spacious interior
- Strong resale value
- Comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Mediocre fuel economy
- Notable transmission issues
- Relatively high maintenance costs for its class
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
16 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,500/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Transmission failure
- Power steering problems
- Brake rotor warping
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (2)
The 2010 Honda Odyssey has 2 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump (campaign 14V112000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump — Delphi Automotive Systems, LLC (Delphi) is recalling certain replacement fuel pump modules, part number FG1155-11B1, sold for use in 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The affected fuel pump may send an incorrect fuel re…
- Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump — American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate …
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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