2019 Honda Odyssey Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 224 electrical system complaints for the 2019 Honda Odyssey, 23% of its 966 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 11,244 miles. Three related recalls cover instrument panel software, third-row power outlet wiring, and battery/TCU reboot issues.
- Electrical System complaints
- 224
- 23% of 966
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 11,244 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Power liftgate or power tailgate opens, closes, or stops working on its own, sometimes traced to water intrusion in the control module.
- Backup camera or dashboard display freezes, blanks out, or flashes error messages, occasionally while driving or backing out.
- Vehicle stalls or shuts off unexpectedly while driving or idling, with some owners reporting it would not restart right away.
- Infotainment system freezes or fails, sometimes draining the battery to zero and disabling radio, navigation, and backup camera together.
- Horn fuse repeatedly blows out, eventually leaving the horn inoperative even with an intact fuse.
- DVD player overheats and audio system produces a snapping or crackling noise, suspected to be linked to a pinched wiring harness.
When 2019 Honda Odyssey electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Dec 27, 2018, latest Sep 21, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2019 Honda Odyssey
- NHTSA 20V439000Jul 28, 2020Electrical System607,786 vehicles
Electrical system:software
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. Additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk: Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T89.
- NHTSA 20V066000Feb 6, 2020Electrical System241,339 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. The wire harness for the third row seat accessory power outlet may get pinched between the unibody and rear trim panel, possibly damaging the wires and causing an electrical short.
Risk: An intermittent electrical short could overheat the wire harness, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row seat accessory power outlet wire harness for damage, replacing it as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and re-route the harness. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T6U.
- NHTSA 19V299000Apr 12, 2019Electrical System50,504 vehicles
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Loose battery terminal connections or a degraded battery may cause the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) to unexpectedly reboot. Upon rebooting, the TCU may shift the transmission to the "Park" position, possibly damaging the parking rod.
Risk: A damaged parking rod can allow the vehicle to roll when parked, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will ensure the battery terminal connections are secure and will update the TCU software, free of charge. Additionally, the parking rod effectiveness will be checked. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Z4J, Y4K.
Electrical System complaints by Odyssey model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are electrical problems in the 2019 Honda Odyssey?
- NHTSA has logged 224 electrical system complaints for the 2019 Odyssey, which is 23% of the 966 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2019 Honda Odyssey?
- Yes. Three recalls cover the Electrical System: instrument panel control module software (20V439000), third-row seat accessory power outlet wiring damage (20V066000), and battery/TCU reboot problems (19V299000).
- At what mileage do electrical failures typically appear on the 2019 Odyssey?
- The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints is 11,244 miles, according to NHTSA data.
- Have electrical problems caused crashes or fires in the 2019 Odyssey?
- NHTSA data tied to this problem area lists 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries for the 2019 Odyssey.