How many engine complaints does the 2013 Honda Odyssey have?

NHTSA lists 84 engine complaints for the 2013 Odyssey, which is 40% of all 210 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an engine recall for the 2013 Honda Odyssey?

Yes. Recall 13V382000 covers certain 2013 Odyssey vehicles where the engine piston heat treatment process was not done properly; Honda replaces the engine short block free of charge.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2013 Odyssey?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 64,500 at the time of failure for engine-related complaints on this model year.

Did the 2013 Odyssey engine issue cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA records 8 crashes, 3 fires, and 1 injury among the engine complaints filed for the 2013 Odyssey.

2013 Honda Odyssey Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 84 engine complaints for the 2013 Honda Odyssey, 40% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 64,500. Honda recall 13V382000 addresses defective engine pistons from improper heat treatment on this model year.

Engine complaints: 84; 40% of 210
Crashes reported: 8
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 64,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Engine misfires and stalls while driving, sometimes with the check engine light coming on, tied to the piston defect covered by recall 13V382000.
Some owners report the vehicle surged forward unexpectedly while parking or entering a garage, leading to low-speed crashes.
Underhood fires reported after parking, including one case where smoke and flames appeared shortly after a trip and another where the van combusted while parked in a driveway.
Piston rings reported to move out of position, letting oil past and fouling spark plugs, which owners link to persistent misfiring.

When 2013 Honda Odyssey engine complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 8, 2013, latest Jul 20, 2026.

84 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2025 Q3 (6).

Engine recalls for the 2013 Honda Odyssey

NHTSA 13V382000Aug 27, 2013Engine270 vehicles
Engine
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.
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 1-800-999-1009. Honda's recall numbers are JB4 (Honda Odyssey) and JB5 (Honda Pilot).

Engine complaints by Odyssey model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201066 (26%)
201133 (14%)
201253 (22%)
201384 (40%)
201477 (25%)
201558 (28%)
2016103 (38%)
201711 (28%)
2018245 (25%)
2019188 (19%)
202082 (17%)
202130 (21%)
202219 (14%)
202315 (15%)
202440 (37%)
2025206 (54%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2013 Honda Odyssey have?: NHTSA lists 84 engine complaints for the 2013 Odyssey, which is 40% of all 210 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an engine recall for the 2013 Honda Odyssey?: Yes. Recall 13V382000 covers certain 2013 Odyssey vehicles where the engine piston heat treatment process was not done properly; Honda replaces the engine short block free of charge.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2013 Odyssey?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 64,500 at the time of failure for engine-related complaints on this model year.
Did the 2013 Odyssey engine issue cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA records 8 crashes, 3 fires, and 1 injury among the engine complaints filed for the 2013 Odyssey.