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2007 Honda Odyssey electrical problems

63 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 104,000.

owner complaints
63
of this car's complaints
8%
typical mileage
104,000
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Ignition
    2
  • Instrument panel: speedometer/odometer
    1
  • Alternator/generator/regulator
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Honda Odyssey electrical problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Honda Odyssey electrical

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Fire or smoke 8Warning lights 6

Related recalls

Electrical system: softwareReported November 1, 2013 · 344,187 vehicles affected
What is wrong
American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 8, 2006, through September 8, 2008. Due to a combination of system components and software, the Vehicle Safety Assist System (VSA) may apply the brakes unexpectedly.
Risk
The vehicle may suddenly and unexpectedly brake hard, and without illuminating the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash from behind.
Remedy
Parts to remedy these vehicles will not be available until the spring of 2014. Honda will send owners an interim letter notifying them of the issue and instruct them how to prevent unintended braking. A second notification will be sent when the parts become available. Interim notification was mailed in December 2013. The recall began on April 29, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009 or visit their website at www.recalls.honda.com. Honda's recall number is JC5.

Recall number 13V500000 · Recall details

What 2007 Honda Odyssey owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 8, 2026 · Electrical · 200,000 miles · VA

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while parked on several occasions the vehicle did not start. The contact stated that she turned the key fob forward and slowly turned it back the vehicle started. The vehicle was taken dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred after approximately three weeks. The vehicle was towed to the same dealer where it was diagnosed that the mechanical part to the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the contact has yet to take possession of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed Feb 19, 2026 · Electrical · 176,401 miles · CO

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase of the vehicle. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 147,279. It was later discovered that the mileage was 138,556. However, based on a Carfax report the actual mileage was 176,401.

Filed Aug 27, 2025 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 200,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly braked hard. The contact stated that the Vehicle Stability Assistance (VSA) warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed and was able to continue driving. The contact stated that the failure was a recurring failure. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 13V500000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed Aug 7, 2025 · Electrical, Visibility · 215,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the rear cargo window exploded and shattered into pieces. The contact also stated that while driving on a service road at 35 MPH, the rear driver's side window exploded and shattered into pieces. No warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the air conditioner had been replaced 4 times due to constant failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 215,000.

Filed Apr 23, 2023 · Electrical, Fuel system · IN

Ran a code tester and everything from recalls are popping up

Filed Jun 5, 2022 · Electrical · CA

VSA light and ABS came on and all power lost while driving down road in heavy traffic.

Filed Feb 21, 2022 · Brakes, Electrical · MI

Recall no. 14V112000 Recall no. 13V500000 I’m having problem with Rough fuel system and electric system problem honda refuse to repair these problems

Filed Mar 12, 2021 · Brakes, Electrical · 193,400 miles · CT

My vsa light wont go off and now my brake light is on also im scared my van is going to brake or stop working properly.

Filed Nov 27, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 1 miles · CA · fire

As coning from the store one afternoon june 20 2020 smoke stared to came out from the engine compartment later ones open hood fire stared to come from alternator quick when to get water and dump rigth at it this was the first time very concern because childrens where at van at that moment which is a big concern after replace alternator totally burn we replace now in 11/27/20 it happen again

Filed Nov 7, 2020 · Acceleration, Electrical · 230,000 miles · TX

The vsa warning light keeps coming on along with an exclamation sign. It prevents acceleration and causes temporary loss of power while driving. Also, prevents use of cruise control. It temporarily resets when engine is turned off but then turns on again while driving. This occurs while vehicle is in motion on city streets as well as highways.

Questions about the 2007 Honda Odyssey electrical

Does the 2007 Honda Odyssey have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 63 complaints about the electrical of the 2007 Honda Odyssey, 8% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2007 Honda Odyssey electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 104,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Honda Odyssey electrical?

Yes, 1 recall: 13V500000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Honda Odyssey have the most electrical problems?

The Honda Odyssey model years with the most electrical complaints are 2018 (265 complaints), 2025 (243 complaints) and 2019 (225 complaints).

Other 2007 Honda Odyssey problems

Brakes 241Body 134Steering 109Engine 93Transmission 78Driver assistance 37Acceleration 33Airbags 32Fuel system 23Suspension 20Locks 18Tires 18Wheels 17Seat belts 14Visibility 13Lights 6Seats 4

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