2016 Honda Odyssey: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 97 owner complaints for the 2016 Honda Odyssey that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11767545 (filed 09/28/2026): “My 2016 honda odyssey has experienced repeated engine misfires associated with oil-fouled spark plugs. in may 2024, while driving, the check-engine light began flashing and the vehicle ran rough. an authorized honda dealer inspected the vehicle and documented an oil-fouled spark plug. the dealer rep…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11760168 (filed 08/27/2026): “The problem only happens after driving for more than 30 minutes. when i stop at a light, the engine starts shaking and stalls. the starter seems cranking normally, but it takes about 3 attempts and about 40 seconds to restart. one day, the engine stopped while i was driving. there is no check engine…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11755217 (filed 08/06/2026): “The contact owns a 2016 honda odyssey. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the forward collision warning, lane departure warning, engine, and vsa warning lights were illuminated. while at the stoplight, the vehicle started jerking and sputtering. the contact stated that the failure was rel…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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