Is the 2023 Honda Odyssey a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
A-8.5/10
The 2023 Honda Odyssey continues its reign as a top choice for families demanding space, versatility, and reliability.
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Pros
- Spacious interior
- Strong reliability
- Excellent safety features
Cons
- Lower fuel economy for its class
- Minimal styling updates from previous models
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
19 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,200/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Sliding door malfunction
- Transmission software update required
- Wind noise at high speeds
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (5)
The 2023 Honda Odyssey has 5 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Air Bags — Sensor — Occupant Classification — Front Passenger (campaign 26V332000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Steering — Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Odyssey and 2024 Acura RDX vehicles. The steering gear box assembly may not have been tightened properly, allowing water to enter the assembly and cause co…
- Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump — Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 …
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility — Wheelchair Restraints/Securement — Latch/Anchor — — Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, pr…
- Air Bags — Sensor — Occupant Classification — Front Passenger — Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 201…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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