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2019 Honda Odyssey Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 184 fuel system complaints for the 2019 Honda Odyssey, 19% of all 966 complaints filed for that year — the highest share of any Odyssey model year. Related recall 23V858000 covers fuel pump module replacement, with reports of stalling, fires, and delayed parts availability.

Fuel System complaints
184
19% of 966
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
3
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
76,000 mi
Related recalls
3

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

  • Owners report the fuel pump failing, causing engine stalling, hard starting, and dashboard warning lights including code P0087 for low fuel rail pressure.
  • Some drivers describe sudden smoke and fire from the engine area while driving at low speed or shortly after parking, in some cases resulting in total vehicle loss.
  • Several owners say the vehicle lost power or shifted into neutral unexpectedly on the road, forcing them to pull over or push the vehicle to safety.
  • Multiple complaints describe delayed acceleration linked to the fuel pump recall, with owners reporting accidents tied to this hesitation.
  • Owners report contacting dealers about recall 23V858000 only to be told replacement parts were not yet available, leaving the fuel pump issue unresolved for extended periods.
  • Some drivers describe engine hesitation at low speeds (5-8 mph) during turns, along with intermittent warning lights for fuel injectors (code P2019) not covered by any recall on their VIN.

When 2019 Honda Odyssey fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 8, 2019, latest Sep 22, 2026.

2019 Honda Odyssey fuel system complaints: complaints filed per quarter302019 Q12019 Q42022 Q32023 Q32024 Q22025 Q12025 Q42026 Q3
184 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2019 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2024 Q2 (30).

Fuel System recalls for the 2019 Honda Odyssey

  1. NHTSA 23V858000Dec 18, 2023Fuel System2,490,460 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

  2. NHTSA 21V215000Mar 25, 2021Fuel System624,552 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.

  3. NHTSA 21V010000Jan 14, 2021Fuel System1,258 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:storage

    Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Braun-modified Honda Odyssey vehicles. The fuel tank assembly installed by Braun may be susceptible to the fuel tank overfilling into the charcoal canister. If the charcoal canister fills with a sufficient amount of fuel, fuel may leak out.

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

    Remedy: Braun will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles. If evidence of a fuel leak is present, a new fuel tank assembly and a new Honda charcoal canister will be installed, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

Fuel System complaints by Odyssey model year

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

  1. 201023 (9%)
  2. 20114 (2%)
  3. 201211 (4%)
  4. 201310 (5%)
  5. 201415 (5%)
  6. 20157 (3%)
  7. 201619 (7%)
  8. 20173 (8%)
  9. 2018106 (11%)
  10. 2019184 (19%)
  11. 202030 (6%)
  12. 20215 (4%)
  13. 20224 (3%)
  14. 20232 (2%)
  15. 20245 (5%)
  16. 202521 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Honda Odyssey have a fuel pump recall?
Yes. Recall 23V858000 covers fuel pump module replacement on the 2019 Odyssey among other Honda and Acura models. A separate 2021 recall (21V215000) also addressed fuel pump assemblies on 2019-2020 vehicles.
How common are fuel system complaints on the 2019 Honda Odyssey?
NHTSA lists 184 fuel system complaints for the 2019 Odyssey, which is 19% of all 966 complaints filed for that model year — the highest count and share among all Odyssey model years listed.
Are there fires linked to the fuel system on the 2019 Odyssey?
NHTSA data shows 3 fires and 2 crashes associated with fuel system complaints on the 2019 Odyssey, though 0 injuries were reported.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear on the 2019 Odyssey?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for fuel system complaints on the 2019 Odyssey is 76,000 miles.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.