How many brake complaints does the 2018 Honda Odyssey have?

NHTSA lists 47 brake complaints for the 2018 Odyssey, which is 5% of the 990 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2018 Honda Odyssey?

Yes. Recall 18V777000 covers rear brake caliper pistons, and recall 19V213000 covers rear wheel speed sensor harness routing on wheelchair-ramp-equipped Odysseys.

At what mileage do 2018 Odyssey brake problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median failure mileage of 13,000 miles for brake-related complaints on the 2018 Odyssey.

Did the 2018 Odyssey brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to the Brakes category for this year lists 1 crash and 3 injuries among the reported complaints.

How does 2018 compare to other Odyssey years for brake complaints?

The 2018 Odyssey's 47 brake complaints amount to 5% of its total complaints, lower in share than years like 2012 (24%) and 2013 (27%), but similar in raw count to 2010 (47) and close to 2019 (54).

2018 Honda Odyssey Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 47 brake complaints for the 2018 Honda Odyssey, 5% of all 990 complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 13,000 miles. Two brake-related recalls (18V777000 and 19V213000) also apply to this model year.

Brakes complaints: 47; 5% of 990
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 13,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the brake pedal suddenly going soft and sinking toward the floor, requiring a second press to regain stopping power.
Some describe unexpected automatic braking or jerking while driving normally, including in the middle of an intersection with no obstacle present.
Front rotors reportedly warp and cause steering wheel and front-end shaking that worsens at higher speeds.
Several complaints describe the collision mitigation braking system engaging on its own at low speeds with no vehicle nearby, sometimes nearly causing a crash from the car behind.
One owner reported the forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking failing to activate during an actual collision.

When 2018 Honda Odyssey brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 27, 2018, latest Aug 21, 2026.

47 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2018 to Aug 2026; peak Jan 2020 (4).

Brakes recalls for the 2018 Honda Odyssey

NHTSA 19V213000Mar 20, 2019Brakes404 vehicles
Service brakes, air:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Honda Odyessy vehicles modified to be equipped with an in-floor wheelchair ramp conversion. The rear wheel speed sensor harnesses may have been routed to the incorrect rear wheels, resulting in the possibility that the anti-lock brake system will not recognize each rear wheel speed properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake System" and 404, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: If the rear wheel speeds cannot be correctly monitored, the anti-lock brake system may not engage properly to prevent the wheels from locking up, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Braun has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the rear wheel speed sensor harnesses, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
NHTSA 18V777000Nov 1, 2018Brakes64,785 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.

Brakes complaints by Odyssey model year

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

201047 (18%)
201146 (20%)
201260 (24%)
201357 (27%)
201460 (20%)
201512 (6%)
201615 (6%)
20174 (10%)
201847 (5%)
201954 (6%)
202020 (4%)
20211 (1%)
20229 (7%)
20239 (9%)
20246 (6%)
202515 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2018 Honda Odyssey have?: NHTSA lists 47 brake complaints for the 2018 Odyssey, which is 5% of the 990 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2018 Honda Odyssey?: Yes. Recall 18V777000 covers rear brake caliper pistons, and recall 19V213000 covers rear wheel speed sensor harness routing on wheelchair-ramp-equipped Odysseys.
At what mileage do 2018 Odyssey brake problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median failure mileage of 13,000 miles for brake-related complaints on the 2018 Odyssey.
Did the 2018 Odyssey brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to the Brakes category for this year lists 1 crash and 3 injuries among the reported complaints.
How does 2018 compare to other Odyssey years for brake complaints?: The 2018 Odyssey's 47 brake complaints amount to 5% of its total complaints, lower in share than years like 2012 (24%) and 2013 (27%), but similar in raw count to 2010 (47) and close to 2019 (54).