2013 Honda Odyssey: engine stalls while driving

Filed Aug 25, 2025 · Engine, Fuel system · 170,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2013 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop, the vehicle jerked. The check engine warning light was flashing. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 30-35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle was able to restart, but there was thick black smoke coming from underneath the hood. The contact stated that upon attempting to restart the vehicle a second time, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the fuel injectors and spark plugs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

Filed Nov 13, 2024 · Engine · GA

While driving vehicle check engine light illuminates from time to time and there is a stall in the engine. Also the VSA warning light comes on and goes off with engine light.

Filed Jul 29, 2024 · Engine · AZ

The vehicle stalled continuously after a slight noise and speed dropped to 20-30 mph while driving on a freeway in Arizona at around 9 pm in the night. We had to pull to the side of the road and once I parked and turned off the engine, the vehicle would not turn on again. All lights -check engine, were on. Once it was towed to the independent service center, it was diagnosed as engine failure with two pistons burnt out and had to get that replaced. After researching , I see a recall for certain 2013 honda odyssey for engine pistons issue , (Link - [XXX] .) where it may not have been properly hardened during a heat treatment process. This engine issue caused a great safety risk in the middle of freeway, thankfully the traffic was light since it was late-night. We were 6 members in the car including kids and we were stranded by the side of the road until 11 pm until tow truck or other ride arrangements could be made. We spent approx $5000 for repairs , $1000 for towing and $500 for rentals. I can provide the receipts on request. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed May 30, 2022 · Engine · OH

The following link describes exactly what's happening to the car, and it happens almost every day (sometimes multiple times a day)! https://www.washingtonpost.com/cars/2013-honda-odyssey-pilot-recalled-due-to-stalling/2013/09/09/22be0ac6-1969-11e3-80ac-96205cacb45a_story.html

Filed Dec 16, 2021 · Engine · WI

Car coded p0301 number 1 cylinder misfire serviced immediately. Mechanic said honda is having major problems with 3.5 liter engine. Excessive wear to cylinder, causing low oil, misfire. Replaced sparkplug and coil. Was down 1 quart of oil. It just had an oil change. Found this on line in recall.honda.com: insufficient piston hardness the federal safety agency recall number:13v‑382 mfr campaign id:jb4 campaign description:insufficient piston hardness recall date:08/26/2013 recall status:17 character VIN required summary: honda is recalling certain model year 2013 pilot 2wd and 4wd vehicles and certain model year 2013 odyssey vehicles. During manufacturing of the engine piston, it is possible that the heat treatment process was not properly applied, resulting in the piston having an insufficient hardness level, making it more susceptible to premature wear. Safety risk: a worn piston may suddenly fail, causing the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine short block free of charge. The recall began on september 16, 2013. Owners may contact honda at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's campaign number for this recall is jb4.

Filed Nov 17, 2021 · Engine · 70,000 miles · TN · fire

The contact owns a 2013 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the engine misfired and the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 13V382000 (Engine) however, the dealer replaced the piston rings instead of replacing the engine short block per the manufacturer's instructions. The contact stated that the engine had been misfiring and smoke had been coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the failure as oil leaking from the head gasket. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that they could not assist because the recall history on the VIN did not show a recall that required the engine short block to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Aug 24, 2020 · Engine · 166,000 miles · IN

While driving on a two lane road in warren county, indiana, and trying to pass a farm vehicle at 55 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled and check engine light started flashing. My vehicle had enough momentum to get around the farm vehicle. Once able to stop, I shut the vehicle off. I restarted the vehicle expecting to see the check engine light, but it was not there, and vehicle ran normally. The next day I purchased an obdii code reader, and vehicle registered a p0303 code. Vehicle has approximately 166,000 miles.

Filed Feb 28, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 150,000 miles · NY

Car engine shut off while in motion on local street. A bad/defective front spool valve leaked oil on the alternator and the alternator went bad right way. Which cause engine to shutdown while car is in motion. Try to start the car, it won't start, neither electrical power. Its very dangerous situation, likely wasnt driving on the highway. Dealer maintenance shop advisor told me that alot honda odyssey have spool valve leaked out to cause the alternator goes bad & shut down the car.

Filed May 11, 2018 · Engine · 96,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 honda odyssey. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and felt as if it would stall. The contact was able to drive home. The following day, the vehicle was taken to luther brookdale honda in brooklyn center, minnesota 55429 where it was diagnosed that there was carbon build-up on piston number three and the engine needed to be rebuilt. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure via e-mail. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.

Filed Oct 20, 2017 · Driver assistance, Engine · 71,000 miles · TN

Car consumes oil-engine misses and stalls-lights come on signaling traction. Back seat slides back and forth constantly- solution on the federal safety agency websit is recall number 13v382000 recall date 08/27/2013 component engine summary honda is recalling certain model year 2013 pilot 2wd and 4wd vehicles and certain model year 2013 odyssey vehicles. During manufacturing of the engine piston, it is possible that the heat treatment process was not properly applied, resulting in the piston having an insufficient hardness level, making it more susceptible to premature wear. Consequence a worn piston may suddenly fail, causing the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. What owners should do honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine short block free of charge. The recall began on september 16, 2013. Owners may contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009. Honda's recall numbers are jb4 (honda odyssey) and jb5 (honda pilot). Victory honda refuses to replace short block--they claim my VIN number does not match complaint--called honda amercan and they hung the phone up on me. Car was being driven on hwy 51 near covington (speed limit 55) I am also being told by victory honda of jackson tn that my odyssey falls under service bulletin 13081 (piston ring replacement) and not under bulletin service 13075 (short lock replacement). I am trying to verify this and can find no supporting data.

Filed Jun 19, 2017 · Engine · 47,000 miles · KY

There was a recall on my model. This piston rings wear prematurely and cause the engine to stall. The official report (recall #13v382000) lists one of the dangers as the fact that the engine can stall and increase the risk of crash/injury. However, honda will not cover the repair as the vehicle has a salvage title. However, I do not see how this is not a safety issue and therefore should be legally required to be covered as it puts my family in danger.

Filed Feb 25, 2017 · Engine · 53,640 miles · TN

On 2/22/2017, my wife was driving vehicle, suddenly hesitates and stalls. Proceeds to the nearest vehicle service location (not a honda dealer). Technician evaluates codes (all misfires - p0304, p0305, p0306 & p0300). Informs wife of piston/engine recall and service bulletins. Replaces 3 spark plugs to make vehicle drivable and clears codes. Advises to contact honda dealership. I contact dealership and make appointment for next morning (2/23). After bringing in vehicle, dealer advises that under warranty they are not authorized to do repair as the codes were cleared by 3rd party and are not showing now. Their recommendation is to drive vehicle until issue arises again (not if issue arises, but when issue arises) and to have it brought back to dealer for repair. I expressed concern that this is a known and documented defect, yet they will not repair. I also expressed that this is a legitimate safety concern in that the failure was sudden and unexpected and that if my wife was driving the vehicle with my children aboard and the failure occurs in traffic or as she is merging or entering a roadway, a crash can occur. Dealer maintained position that they were not authorized to do the work under the warranty. Contacted american honda and was told that work would not be authorized due to 3rd party clearing codes. Honda assigned case manager and case number ([xxx]) and advised the same. I have asked to speak to supervisors, but have not received a response to date. Am concerned that this is a known defect, with a known repair, and honda's refusal to address is a significant safety concern. Noticed similar complaints listed as the federal safety agency 10950032, 10907653, 10875963, 10682162, 10660226, 10588234, 10496891. Dealership is honda kingsport (tn). Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).